Non-Destructive Testing Methods Overview (ME-026) Training Course

Non-Destructive Testing Methods Overview

Non-destructive testing detects defects without damaging components and is essential for inspection in oil and gas, power, aviation, construction and manufacturing. This…

5 daysClassroom or online

13Upcoming dates

7Cities

£2,250Fees from

Course overview

Why Attend

Non-destructive testing detects defects without damaging components and is essential for inspection in oil and gas, power, aviation, construction and manufacturing.

This LLMI course provides an overview of NDT methods including visual, penetrant, magnetic particle, ultrasonic, radiography, eddy current and advanced techniques, their principles, applications, limitations and how to select and manage NDT. It is an awareness course and not an NDT certification.

Course Objectives

Explain NDT principles and applications

Understand surface and volumetric methods

Compare advantages and limitations of methods

Select appropriate NDT techniques

Interpret NDT reports

Manage NDT contractors and quality

Target Audience

Inspection engineers

QA/QC staff

Maintenance and integrity engineers

Project engineers

Procurement staff buying NDT services

Technical managers

Course Methodology

Technical presentations

Method comparison exercises

Report reviews

Case studies

Group discussions

Course outline

1Day 1: NDT Fundamentals

Purpose of NDT
Defect types
Standards
Personnel qualification
Exercise: Inspection needs

2Day 2: Surface Methods

Visual inspection
Liquid penetrant
Magnetic particle
Eddy current
Workshop: Method selection

3Day 3: Volumetric Methods

Ultrasonic testing
Radiography
Phased array
Digital radiography
Safety considerations

4Day 4: Advanced Techniques

TOFD
Guided waves
Acoustic emission
Thermography
Case study: Advanced NDT application

5Day 5: Managing NDT

Selecting methods
Contractors
Report interpretation
Quality assurance
Capstone: NDT plan

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Non-Destructive Testing Methods Overview course?

The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.

When is the next Non-Destructive Testing Methods Overview course?

The next public date is 14 - 18 Dec 2026 in Paris. There are 13 upcoming dates in total.

Where is this course held?

Upcoming sessions run in Paris, Rome, Kuala Lumpur, Barcelona, London, Munich, Cape Town.

Can I take Non-Destructive Testing Methods Overview online?

Yes. Every date can also be joined live online in a virtual classroom with the trainer, for £1,280 per participant. Choose "Live online" in the dates table when you register.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £2,250 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.

Do participants receive a certificate?

Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.

Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?

Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.

Course information last updated 14 November 2026.

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