Course overview
Visual Testing (VT) is an introduction that builds a solid working knowledge in Visual Testing (VT). 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 Visual Testing (VT)
- Apply the relevant requirements of AWS D1.1, ASME IX, ISO 9712 and ASNT SNT-TC-1A
- Use practical tools, checklists and calculations with confidence
- 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, new joiners and anyone who needs a solid grounding in the subject.
Course outline (5 days)
- Day 1: Principles and terminologyScope, key definitions and how Visual Testing (VT) fits into daily operations
- Day 2: Codes, standards and requirementsWhat AWS D1.1, ASME IX, ISO 9712 and ASNT SNT-TC-1A require, and how to read them
- Day 3: Methods, tools and calculationsStep-by-step methods, checklists and worked examples
- Day 4: Operation, inspection and common problemsTypical failures, warning signs and what to do about them
- Day 5: Case studies, workshop and assessmentGroup exercise on real cases and a final knowledge check
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24–28 May 2027 | Bangkok Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 19–30 Jul 2027 | Amsterdam Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 1–5 Aug 2027 | Amman Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 10–21 Oct 2027 | Dammam Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 29 Nov – 3 Dec 2027 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 23–27 Jan 2028 | Manama Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 17–28 Apr 2028 | Houston Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 17–21 Jul 2028 | Johannesburg Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 5–16 Nov 2028 | Riyadh Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 20–24 Nov 2028 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 9–13 Apr 2029 | Rome Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 17–28 Jun 2029 | Algiers Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 1–5 Jul 2029 | Riyadh Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 12–23 Nov 2029 | London Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 26–30 Nov 2029 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 28 Jan – 1 Feb 2030 | Berlin Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 29 Apr – 10 May 2030 | Johannesburg Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 14–18 Jul 2030 | Al Khobar Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 5–16 Aug 2030 | Baku Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 14–18 Oct 2030 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
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