Non-destructive Testing Technician

Description

Uses non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques to examine and test the functionality and performance of objects, structures or materials without damaging or affecting their functionality.

Description

This unit group covers Engineering Technicians not elsewhere classified. It includes Biomedical Technicians, Electronic Engineering Technicians, Mechanical Engineering Draftspersons, Mechanical Engineering Technicians, Metallurgical and Materials Technicians, Non-destructive Testing Technicians and Other Draftspersons.

Tasks include

• Uses NDT techniques to study the properties of materials and structures
• Uses NDT techniques to test materials at all stages of a manufacturing or construction process
• Tests and identifies product flaws and structural weaknesses using NDT techniques
• Conducts NDT to determine where corrosion may occur and how it will spread
• Calibrates and maintains NDT equipment