Course overview
Eddy Current Testing (ET): Advanced Level is an advanced programme for experienced practitioners in Eddy Current Testing (ET). It covers the principles, the requirements of AWS D1.1, ASME IX, ISO 9712 and ASNT SNT-TC-1A, and the practical methods used on site, with case studies from operations in the Gulf, Africa and worldwide. Available online, in the classroom in 60 cities, or in-house.
What participants will be able to do
- Explain the principles, terminology and scope of Eddy Current Testing (ET)
- Apply the relevant requirements of AWS D1.1, ASME IX, ISO 9712 and ASNT SNT-TC-1A
- Apply advanced analysis methods to real operating data
- Recognise common problems, risks and root causes and choose the right corrective action
- Prepare an improvement plan for their own site or organisation
Who should attend
Designed for welding engineers, inspectors, NDT technicians and materials specialists with at least three years of experience.
Course outline (5 days)
- Day 1: Core principles revisitedFast review and recent changes in AWS D1.1, ASME IX, ISO 9712 and ASNT SNT-TC-1A
- Day 2: Advanced analysis methodsDetailed techniques, data interpretation and calculations
- Day 3: Design and performance optimisationImproving reliability, efficiency and cost
- Day 4: Troubleshooting complex casesDiagnosing multi-cause problems from field data
- Day 5: Risk, decisions and integrationBuilding a risk-based plan and presenting recommendations
What the 10-day edition adds
- Day 6: Applied project, part 1Apply the week-one methods to a case from your organisation
- Day 7: Data and digital toolsSoftware, spreadsheets and digital tools used in practice
- Day 8: Lessons from incidents and auditsWhat investigations and audit findings teach
- Day 9: Applied project, part 2Complete, test and refine your solution
- Day 10: Presentations and final assessmentPresent to the group and complete the final assessment
Training method and certificate
Interactive sessions, practical exercises, case studies and pre- and post-course assessments. Participants receive a Qimma Global Training certificate of completion stating the training hours (30 hours for 5 days, 60 hours for 10 days). Delivered in English or Arabic.
Dates 2027–2030
None of these dates work? We run this course for your team on the date and in the place you choose.
| Dates | City | Duration | Fee | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6–17 Jun 2027 | Jeddah Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 19–23 Sep 2027 | Sharm El Sheikh Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 27 Sep – 8 Oct 2027 | Frankfurt Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 25–29 Oct 2027 | Abu Dhabi Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 15–26 Nov 2027 | Online (live) Online (live) | 10 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 24 Jan – 4 Feb 2028 | Accra Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 13–17 Mar 2028 | Edinburgh Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 24 Jul – 4 Aug 2028 | Geneva Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 14–18 Aug 2028 | Milan Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 21 Aug – 1 Sep 2028 | Online (live) Online (live) | 10 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 14–25 Jan 2029 | Doha Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 12–16 Mar 2029 | Singapore Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 9–20 Sep 2029 | Erbil Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 1–5 Oct 2029 | Edinburgh Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 3–14 Dec 2029 | Online (live) Online (live) | 10 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 18 Feb – 1 Mar 2030 | Amsterdam Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 18–22 Mar 2030 | Vienna Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 30 Jun – 11 Jul 2030 | Algiers Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 8–12 Sep 2030 | Al Khobar Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 4–15 Nov 2030 | Online (live) Online (live) | 10 days | $5,500 | Register |