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 Department:    CMPST

 Course #:    129

 Credits:    3

 Variable:     No

 IUs:    3.5

 CIP:    n/a

 EPC:    n/a

 REV:    2024

 Course Description  

Introduction to nondestructive testing (NDT), nondestructive inspection (NDI), and inspection of fiber reinforced plastics using ultrasonic testing techniques. Includes basic principles of acoustics, equipment, test techniques, calibration, straight and angle beam procedures. Prepares students for NDT/NDI testing for qualification and certification.

 Prerequisite  

Prerequisite: None.

Contact Hours (based on 11 week quarter)

Lecture: 22

Lab: 22

Other: 0

Systems: 0

Clinical: 0

Intent: Distribution Requirement(s) Status:  

Vocational Preparatory Required for ATA degree, Required for certificate  

Equivalencies At Other Institutions

Learning Outcomes

After completing this course, the student will be able to:

1. Identify the different types of nondestructive testing and their applications.
2. Calculate characteristics of acoustic energy using ultrasonic formulas.
3. Explain the basic principles of acoustics and how they are used in ultrasonic NDT.
4. Explain how ultrasonic sound waves propagate and are received using basic testing techniques, and the interpretation of results from ultrasonic NDI.
5. Identify and describe the function and purpose the ultrasonic equipment components.
6. Demonstrate straight beam examinations.
7. Identify and describe flaws in composite materials and the NDI methods used to find specific flaws.

General Education Learning Values & Outcomes

Revised August 2008 and affects outlines for 2008 year 1 and later.

Course Contents

1. NDT. NDI and NDE. Types of NDI.
2. Acoustic energy. Wavelength
3. Decibel changes. Acoustic impedance.
4. Reflection and transmission of sound. Snell�s Law.
5. Fresnel zone (near-field) and Fraunhofer zone (far-field) of sound energy. Beam diameter, beam spread and half angle.
6. Ultrasonic NDI equipment. Calibration and standards.
7. Part inspection practice, i.e. Tap testing; ultrasonic NDI; dye penetrant; and thermography.
8. Flaws found in composite structures.