TECH4420 INDUSTIRAL RADIOGRAPHY

Covers the principles and practices of the safe use of X and gamma radiation in the radiography of various industrial products and materials. Covers the principles of generation of X radiation and the propagation, absorption and scattering of radiation as effected by distance, material media and radiation energy. Equipment covered includes sources, film and film holders, film development apparatus, film densitometers, viewers and radiation safety monitors. Techniques covered include setting up for exposure, film processing and radiograph interpretation. Classroom lectures and discussions are supplemented by simple, hands-on laboratory exercises. Meets the requirements for ASNT TC1 a Level II training and final examination acceptable for general examination requirement for ASNT Level II certification. Also serves as preparation for ASNT Level III general examination. Prerequisite: T 3420 or permission of instructor.