Quality Engineering Technician – Non Destructive Evaluation (NDE)

Quality Engineering Technician
– Non Destructive Evaluation (nde)
Cooperative Education | Two-year Diploma Program
This program is delivered in partnership with The Canadian Institute for NDE (CINDE).
Non-destructive testers and inspectors are people who use radiographic, ultrasonic, liquid penetrant, magnetic particle,
eddy current and other testing equipment to detect flaws or discontinuities in parts, equipment or materials of various
compositions and materials. They are employed by quality control, maintenance and safety departments of manufacturing,
processing, transportation, energy and other companies and by private industrial inspection establishments.
Co-op Format
Sep - Dec Jan - Apr May - Aug Sep - Dec Jan - Apr May - Aug Sep - Dec
Semester Semester Semester Work Work Work Semester
1 2 3 Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 4
Program of Studies
Semester 1
Engineering Drawing 1 Lecture
Engineering Drawing 1 Laboratory
Communication
Manufacturing Processes
NDE Mathematics
Metrology Lecture
Metrology Laboratory
Principles and Applic of NDT
Health and Safety in
Our Environment
Semester 2
Introduction to Metallurgy
Liquid Penetrant Levels 1 and 2
Magnetic Particle Levels 1 and 2
Codes and Standards
Certified Exposure Dev Operator
Quality Assurance – NDE
Semester 3
Eddy Current – Level 1
Radiography – Level 1
Ultrasonics – Level 1
Weld Inspection and Quality Control
Work Term 1
Work Term 2
Work Term 3
Semester 4
Radiography – Level 2
Predictive Maintenance Technologies
Ultrasonics – Level 2
Law & Ethics
Critical and Innovative Thinking
in partnership with the Canadian Institute for NDE
Maureen Minaker, Co-op Specialist
Mohawk College, P.O. Box 2034, Hamilton, Ontario L8N 3T2
Tel: 905-575-2161 | Fax: 905-575-2359
maureen.minaker@mohawkcollege.ca
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Mechanical and industrial Technology
Work Term Capabilities
Principles and Applications of NDE
Radiography
• Carry out inspection in accordance with established procedures under the supervision of CGSB certified Level 2 or
Level 3 NDT personnel
• Fully versed in the safe operation of both x- and gamma-radiography equipment, use and care of radiation
monitoring devices and film processing
Liquid Penetrant, Ultrasonics, Eddy Current and Magnetic Particle
• Carry out inspection in accordance with established procedures under the supervision of CGSB Level 2 or
Level 3 NDT personnel
Additional
• Statistical Analysis of Data • Conduct Capability Studies
• Establish and Maintain Control Charts • Perform Acceptance Sampling • Autocad 2d Sketching
Program Highlights
Students in this program will:
• Use state of the art equipment and facilities available through a partnership with the Canadian Institute for NDE (CINDE).
• Learn from CINDE instructors about specialized NDT techniques such Magnetic particle, Liquid penetrant, Ultrasonics, Eddy
Current and Radiography.
• Prepare for Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) 3rd. party certification according to national standard CAN/CGSB-48.9712.
• Meet Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission requirements to write examination for the Certified Exposure Device Operator's
(CEDO) license.
Program Objectives
The objective of the Quality Engineering Technician – Non Destructive Evaluation (NDE) program is to allow students to:
• Master theoretical and practical on-site non destructive inspection and testing techniques that enable examination of
parts, equipment or materials in a way that does not impair its usefulness
• Detect problems with potential for unreliable product or process performance or product failure. Alleviate/manage the
consequences of failure using a range of scientific tests and predictive techniques
• Solve routine technical problems related to shop or field environments using a variety of systematic approaches
• Interpret and produce basic graphics and other standard technical documents necessary for testing, compliance
and maintenance
• Determine properties of materials from production to processing relative to defect detection and material acceptance to
applicable codes and standards appropriate to various industries
• Predict, maintain and test for reliability and quality of equipment, components and/or structures to maintain safe,
effective and efficient operation
• Obtain understanding of visual inspection and quality assurance techniques used in welded fabrication
• Explore condition monitoring technologies such as vibration analysis, lubricant analysis, infrared thermography,
ultrasound, and motor circuit analysis. Understand why identifying the onset of failure and taking preventive actions is
needed to ensure a safe and profitable workplace
Career Opportunities
• Conduct regulated inspections for equipment monitoring and maintenance in critical industries such as nuclear power
generation, civil aviation and the military.
• Perform quality control inspection of incoming materials, fabricated parts and assemblies in the steel, automotive,
general manufacturing and construction industries.
• Provide consulting and inspection services for bridges, structures, lifting devices and pressure vessels.
Salary Range Work Term 1 Work Term 2 Work Term 3
Range $15.00-20.00 $14.00-20.00 $14.00-20.00
Average $18.00 $18.00 $18.00
February 2013
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