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Non-destructive technologies technician (level 3)

Perform non-destructive technologies testing methods on assets and materials to verify their integrity.

Qualification level
3
Equivalent to A level.
Typical duration
24 months
Apprenticeship category
Engineering and manufacturing
Maximum funding
£18,000
Maximum amount government will fund
for apprenticeship training.
Skills
Skills an apprentice will learn
  • Identify, organise, and use resources to complete inspections, tests or monitoring on materials, products plant or machinery for the non-destructive technology.
  • Plan, prepare for, and apply inspections, tests, or monitoring on materials, product plants or machinery using non-destructive technology.
  • Use project management techniques throughout project phases. For example, project justification, planning, analysis, execution, and conclusions.
  • Implement quality control procedures.
  • Comply with health and safety regulations and procedures. Apply safe systems of work.
  • Identify and document risks and hazards in the workplace. Advise on and apply control measures.
  • Comply with environmental and sustainability regulations and procedures. Segregate resources for re-use, recycling, and disposal of waste. Use resources efficiently. Apply sustainability principles.
  • Read and interpret engineering drawings. For example, weld or component configuration.
  • Identify and report on progress of work, and issues or concerns of the non-destructive technology method.
  • Apply maintenance practices and techniques for tools, materials, and equipment. For example, clean, lubricate, replace parts.
  • Select, configure, use, and operate tools and equipment.
  • Apply and review inspection and monitoring procedures.
  • Perform non-destructive technology methods in line with national and international standards applicable to the test or monitoring method. For example, ISO 17359, EN 4179 and ISO BS EN: 16810 Standards.
  • Apply non-destructive technology methods and techniques. For example, vibration analysis, ultrasonics, radiography, thermography, eddy current.
  • Identify problems and apply analytical tools to identify causes and solutions. For example, root cause analysis. Review the effectiveness of methods deployed, actions and results.
  • Collect and interpret technical or analytical information or datasets from performed non-destructive technology tests.
  • Apply team working principles including provide information, guidance, or training to colleagues or stakeholders.
  • Apply, equity, diversity, and inclusion procedures.
  • Write technical reports.
  • Communicate verbally with colleagues and stakeholders.
  • Use information technology. For example, for document creation, communication, and information management. Comply with GDPR and cyber security.
  • Carry out and record learning and development activities.

Full information on Non-destructive technologies technician (level 3) is available from the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education.

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