Magnetic Particle Testing

Magnetic Particle Testing candidates will have the opportunity to use a large variety of equipment on welds, castings and wrought products on this theoretical and practical course. Suitable for beginners and personnel with existing NDT knowledge and PCN recognised, providing excellent preparation for Level 1 and 2 MPI examinations. It meets the training hour requirements as specified by the relevant PCN documentation.

• Properties of magnetic fields
• Principles of magnetic particle inspection
• MPT Equipment
• Equipment and its calibration
• Identification or designation of material
• MPT Testing procedure
• Detection of indication, Evaluation and reporting
• Relevant standards
• PCN documentation
• Product technology
• Extensive practical element

An individual certified to Magnetic Particle Testing Level 2 has demonstrated competence to perform NDT according to NDT procedures. Within the scope of the competence defined on the certificate, Level 2 personnel may be authorised by the employer to:

• Select the Magnetic Particle Testing technique for the test method to be used
• Define the limitations of application of the testing method
• Translate Magnetic Particle Testing codes, standards, specifications and procedures into Magnetic Particle Testing instructions adapted to the actual working conditions
• Set up and verify Magnetic Particle Testing equipment settings
• Perform and supervise Magnetic Particle tests
• Interpret and evaluate results according to applicable standards, codes, specifications or procedures
• Prepare written Magnetic Particle Testing instructions
• Carry out and supervise all tasks at or below Level 2
• Provide guidance for personnel at or below Level 2
• Report the results of Magnetic Particle tests.

Full Magnetic Particle Testing PCN certification is only achieved once the required experience is acquired following the completion of the required training hours and passing of the examination:

Magnetic Particle Testing
• Level 1 – 16 training hours and 1 month experience
• Level 2 – 24 training hours and 3 months experience if Level 1 held or 40 training hours and 4 months experience if direct to Level 2
• Level 3 – 32 training hours (+80 hrs for Level 3 Basic) and 24 months experience

This is a guidance course aimed at the PCN Level 3 requirements for Magnetic Particle Inspection practitioners. The main objective of the course is to make candidates fully aware of the scope of the examination and level of knowledge required, while also identifying their weak subject areas. Advice will be given on any further tuition required.

Candidates are required to complete and pass the PCN Level 3 Basic training course before attempting individual methods.

• Introduction
• Basic
• Typical Discontinuities
• Testing parameters
• Equipments
• Relevant Standards
• Identification or Designaition materials
• Testing
• Treatment of the Component after test
• Test Report
• Personal Qualification
• Health and Safety
• Establishing NDT Procedure

An individual certified to Magnetic Particle Testing Level 3 has demonstrated competence to perform and direct Magnetic Particle Testing operators for which he is certified. Magnetic Particle Testing Level 3 personnel have demonstrated:

• • The competence to evaluate and interpret results in terms of existing standards, codes, and specifications
  • Sufficient practical knowledge of applicable materials, fabrication, process, and product technology to select Magnetic Particle Testing methods, establish Magnetic Particle Testing techniques and assist in establishing acceptance criteria where non are otherwise available
  • A general familiarity with other NDT methods

Within the scope of the competence defined on the certificate, Magnetic Particle Testing Level 3 personnel may be authorised to:

• Assume full responsibility for the test facility or examination centre and staff
• Establish, review for editorial and technical correctness and validate Magnetic Particle Testing instructions and procedures
• Interpret codes, standards, specifications and procedures
• Designate the particular Magnetic Particle test methods, techniques and procedures to be used
• Within the scope and limitations of any certification held, carry out all tasks at all levels
• Provide guidance for Magnetic Particle Testing personnel at all levels

Level 3 certified personnel may be authorised to carry out, manage and supervise PCN qualification examinations on behalf of the British Institute of NDT (BINDT).

Where Level 3 duties require the individual to apply routine NDT by a method or methods within a particular product or industry sector, BINDT strongly recommends that the industry demand that this person should hold and maintain Level 2 certification in the applicable method(s) and sector(s).

The range and scope of PCN certification available at each level is defined in the relevant appendix to these general requirements.

Full Magnetic Particle Testing PCN certification is only achieved once the required experience is acquired following the completion of the required training hours and passing of the examination:

Magnetic Particle Testing
• Level 1 – 16 training hours and 1 month experience
• Level 2 – 24 training hours and 3 months experience if Level 1 held or 40 training hours and 4 months experience if direct to Level 2
• Level 3 – 32 training hours (+80 hrs for Level 3 Basic) and 24 months experience

This is a short-term revision course intended to supplement the Magnetic Particle Testing Level 2 courses prior to examination. This course is suitable for refresher training towards both the PCN and ASNT recertification examinations.

• Relevant examination criteria
• Practical exercises on equipment similar to that encountered in examinations
• A theory package orientated towards examination requirements
• Instruction writing
• Mock examination