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Perform advanced ultrasonic testing

Perform advanced ultrasonic testing

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM24018
State Code
OFD72
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
03/02/2023
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
24/05/2023
Field of Education
030305 - Materials Engineering
Original Release Date
24/05/2023
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required by non-destructive testing (NDT) technicians to perform advanced ultrasonic testing to the level described in relevant Australian and international standards and codes. The unit applies to ultrasonic time of flight diffraction (TOFD) and phased array ultrasonic (PAUT) testing performed either separately or in combination in a range of industrial applications including testing on welds, fabrications, structures and components. The unit covers testing on both metallic and non-metallic materials. Advanced ultrasonic testing may be performed by NDT technicians in a wide range of industries and sectors including mechanical or mechatronics engineering, maintenance, manufacturing, construction, mining, oil/gas, and associated industry sectors. The unit covers calibrating, setting up, and using TOFD and PAUT equipment, selection of the most appropriate testing techniques, interpreting results including classifying defects, and reporting of test results. Where interpretation of technical drawings is required, unit MEM09002 Interpret technical drawing should also be selected.Where the selection and use of engineering measurement is required, unit MEM12023 Perform engineering measurements should also be selected.Where the selection and use of power tools are required, unit MEM18002 Use power tools/hand held operations should also be selected. No licensing or legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Certification against Australian standards may be achieved where assessment in this unit of competency is carried out in conjunction with an examining authority as described in ISO 9712 Non-destructive testing — Qualification and certification of personnel. Band: BUnit Weight: 6
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine job requirements
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety requirements (WHS)
  • 1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • 1.4 Identify job requirements from specifications, job sheets or work instructions
  • 1.5 Determine relevant regulatory requirements, standards and codes of practice
2. Prepare for TOFD and PAUT testing
  • 2.1 Liaise with client to explain testing requirements and schedule tests to minimise disruption,
  • 2.2 Arrange safe access to testing site(s) and identify inspection areas
  • 2.3 Clean and prepare for testing using appropriate procedures and materials
  • 2.4 Assess inspection areas visually and identify obvious discontinuities
3. Conduct TOFD tests
  • 3.1 Select appropriate TOFD test technique and equipment
  • 3.2 Set up and prepare TOFD equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications and job specification
  • 3.3 Select appropriate probe for TOFD test
  • 3.4 Use calibration and reference blocks to calibrate and optimise TOFD equipment for specified tests
  • 3.5 Set TOFD test parameters in accordance with manufacturer specifications and job specification
  • 3.6 Couple probe to surface and undertake testing in accordance with manufacturer specifications and job specification
4. Conduct PAUT tests
  • 4.1 Select appropriate PAUT test technique and equipment
  • 4.2 Set up and prepare PAUT test equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications and job specification
  • 4.3 Select appropriate probe for PAUT task
  • 4.4 Use calibration and reference blocks to calibrate and optimise PAUT equipment for specified tests
  • 4.5 Set PAUT test parameters in accordance with manufacturer specifications and job specification
  • 4.6 Couple probe to surface and undertake testing in accordance with manufacturer specifications and job specification
5. Interpret and report PAUT and TOFD results
  • 5.1 Monitor scans and assess indications for discontinuities, defects and other data required in test report
  • 5.2 Apply acceptance criteria to discontinuities to detect defects
  • 5.3 Classify defects in accordance with test specification and relevant standards
  • 5.4 Report test results and complete all job records in accordance with relevant standards, test specifications and workplace procedures
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFH28 MEM24037 Undertake advanced ultrasonic testing Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BJC4 MEM50422 Diploma of Engineering - Non-Destructive Testing Qualification