non-destructive testing specialist

Non-destructive testing specialists carry out testing of vehicles, vessels, other manufactured objects, and construction structures without having to damage them. They use special equipment such as X-ray, ultrasound, radiographics, or infrared instruments to perform testing activities and report based on the observed results.

Alternative Labels

non-destructive testing assistant

non-destructive testing technician

non-destructive testing technologist

non-destructive testing technology expert

non-destructive testing technology specialist

non-destructive test specialist

nondestructive testing specialist

nondestructive test specialist

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

create solutions to problems examine civil structures keep records of work progress record test data report test findings use non-destructive testing equipment use testing equipment wear appropriate protective gear

Essential Knowledge

non-destructive testing quality standards

Optional Skills and Competences

analyse test data assist scientific research calibrate electronic instruments develop material testing procedures identify defects in concrete lead inspections liaise with engineers maintain test equipment make radiographic images perform liquid penetrant tests train employees use ultrasonic equipment

Optional Knowledge

engineering principles mathematics

Skills & Competences

Concept URI

Concept Uri

http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/82d75f3b-644a-4582-ad6b-a2a1833e44cb

Status

released

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