32 credits minimum

Aerospace/Aviation and Related Technologies Division
Westpointe Center
General Information: (801) 957-4073
Program Information: (801) 957-5853
http://www.slcc.edu/nondestructive
Academic Advisor: Taylorsville Redwood Campus CT 249, (801) 957-4550

Program Faculty:
Instructor − Mark J. Sabolik

Program Description: The non-destructive testing program offers students the opportunity for a career in a progressive new field with many diverse job opportunities and excellent entry-level salaries.

Non-destructive testing involves the examination of an object in any manner that will not impair its future usefulness. Ultrasonics, magnetic particle, liquid penetrant and visual inspection, are used in a variety of industries including aerospace, petro-chemical, automotive, metals, non-metals, nuclear, marine, electronics, construction, aircraft, materials joining, utilities and many others. Students learn to perform the basic testing techniques on both metals and non-metals, such as synthetics and composites, as well as how to evaluate results and write final reports. Learning will be enhanced through field trips to area businesses and presentations by guest speakers.

Certification of completion will focus on basic manufacturing and materials-joining processes, including visual inspection, magnetic particles, liquid penetrant,, and ultrasonics techniques

Career Opportunities: Currently the job market for NDT technicians is excellent. Employment can be obtained in a variety of industries. Because each testing method is unique, a technician can specialize in a specific method or work using all testing methods. Jobs are available both in-state and out-of-state. Technicians can work part time or full time depending on the type of work available. When you graduate you have met the requirements of a Level II technician. You will need to obtain on-the-job work experience in order to fulfill the hours required to become certified in each NDT method. These hours will vary depending on the method.

Level I - $12 to $15 per hour
Level II - $15 to $25 per hour
Level III - $20 to $75 per hour

Many Level IIIs work in research & development, as supervisors or develop and write procedures.

Transfer/Articulation Information: Certificate requirements may be used for completion of training in accordance with ASNTTC-1A criteria. Certificate requirements may also be used as credit toward entry-level requirements for Non Destructive Testing AAS Degree.

Program Entry Requirements: Students may start this program Fall or Spring semester. For information on getting started, please visit http://www.slcc.edu/gettingstarted/index.asp

Total Program/Course Fees: $60.00

Estimated Cost for Students:
Tuition per semester: http://www.slcc.edu/cashiering/tuitionfees.asp
Books and Supplies: $350

Estimated Time to Completion: If students follow suggested sample schedule completion time is two semesters.

Program Student Learning Outcomes	Related College-Wide Student Learning Outcomes
	1 - Substantive Knowledge 2 - Communicate Effectively 3 - Develop Quantitative Literacies 4 - Think Critically 5 - Civic Engagement and/or Working Professionally
1.1 General Education 1. Basic communication 2. Writing 3. Human Relations 4. General Education Distribution 5. Quantitative literacy	1,2,3,4 and 5
2.1 At the completion of each NDT method students will demonstrate knowledge to pass a general theory examination meeting ASNT-TC-1A standards.	1 and 4
2.2 On completion of each NDT method students will be giving a specific exam covering codes and regulations examination meeting ASNT-TC-1A standards.	1,3 and 5
2.3 Student will perform practical hands on examination demonstrating proper use of theory and equipment to all ASNT-TC-1A standards.	1,2,3,4 and 5
3.1 Students will perform a number of inspections on various types of components.	1,2,3,4 and 5
4.1 Students will be able to apply reasoning and interpret information represented on data, graphs, and/or tables used in Nondestructive Testing	3 and 4