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Apprenticeship

Non-destructive testing engineer (degree)

Level
6
Degree level
Length
4 yrs
typical
Sector
Engineering and manufacturing
Pay
Paid
you earn while training

In a nutshell

Testing materials used in machinery and structures to find faults like corrosion, cracks, flaws and other imperfections.

What you'd do

Design and validate NDT inspection procedures for critical components
Perform and oversee high-level NDT inspections
Interpret complex inspection data and assess fitness for service
Write formal technical reports for clients and regulators
Develop and train NDT operators and technicians
Contribute to research and development of new NDT techniques

What you'd learn

Advanced NDT methods and their underpinning physics
Engineering materials, fracture mechanics, and defect assessment
Standards including ASME, AWS, and EN standards for NDT
Data analysis, probability of detection, and reliability
Inspection procedure development and validation
Project management and technical report writing
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