Continuing Education

Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)

Non-Destructive Testing (also referred to as Non-Destructive Evaluation - NDE) is the process through which materials and systems are evaluated without causing damage to the item being tested. Inspections and testing processes directly affect the safety of others and the environment in which we live and work. With the desire for heightened safety and environmental awareness, the demand for NDT and its technology continue to grow.

Technicians must remain up to date in all technologies and methodologies. You will be expected to continue training and recertifying your credentials throughout your career.

NAIT's NRCan NDTCB (Non-Destructive Testing Certification Board) approved programming offers a full spectrum of courses, course bundles, and workshops to help you begin and grow within your chosen career.

NAIT is recognized by NRCan (Natural Resources Canada) as a Recognized Training Organization (RTO) and Authorized Examination Centre (AEC). NAIT's NDT Test Centre provides up to date equipment on which to practice and test.

Allow NAIT to work with you to build your knowledge and abilities and to assist you in advancing your Non-Destructive Testing Career.

Courses

Quick Facts

Credential: Certificate Achievement

An approved non-credit program that has a formal summative assessment component, has mappped program or course outcomes, and is subject to a regular quality curriculum review process.

Campus: Main

Any in-person components of your courses will be delivered at NAIT's Main Campus in Edmonton. View map

Delivery Modes:

  • Varies by Class - Delivery mode varies by class. See Courses and Advanced Credit to view course scheduling details.

Delivery Times:

    Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Workshops

    The Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) workshops offered by NAIT’s NDT Training and Testing Centre provide an opportunity for you to practice, polish and review required skills in a variety of NDT methods, prior to scheduling testing at NAIT’s approved exam centre.

    NAIT offers full day (8 hours) and half day (4 hours) workshops.

    Applicants who wish to attend a workshop are responsible for meeting the requirements noted in the workshop descriptions, prior to booking.

    Applicants who intend to book a follow-up test, recertification or retest, and who intend to apply for Canadian General Standards Board (CGSB) NDT certification are responsible for verifying their eligibility with Natural Resources Canada (NRCan).
     
    NRCan manages Canada’s nation-wide program for the certification of individuals performing non-destructive testing.  NRCan is an independent body that certifies individuals according to the National Standard of Canada, CAN/CGSB-48.9712-2024 “Qualification and Certification of Non-Destructive Testing Personnel.”

    For further information on your eligibility, contact NRCan.

    Half Day - 4 Hours Full Day - 8 Hours
    NDTC321 Liquid Penetrant Inspection Level 2  
    NDTC421 Magnetic Particle Inspection Level 2 NDTC422 Magnetic Particle Inspection Level 2
    NDTC511 Ultrasonic Inspection Level 1 NDTC512 Ultrasonic Inspection Level 1
    NDTC521 Ultrasonic Inspection Level 2 NDTC522 Ultrasonic Inspection Level 2
    NDTC611 Radiography Inspection Level 1  
    NDTC621 Radiography Inspection Level 2 NDTC622 Radiography Inspection Level 2

    For further information on registering for Non-Destructive Testing Workshops, visit our NDT Workshop and Exam Registration page.

    NAIT NDT Testing - Approved Exam Centre

    NAIT’s NDT Training and Testing Centre is a Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) approved exam centre.

    Candidates who are ready for practical testing, recertification or require retesting can schedule through NAIT and be assessed in a fully accredited testing centre.

    NAIT administers testing in a variety of methods and at various levels.

    For further information on registering for Non-Destructive Testing Workshops, visit our NDT Workshop and Exam Registration page.

    Applicants who schedule a test, recertification or retest, and who intend to apply for Canadian General Standards Board (CGSB) non-destructive testing (NDT) certification, are responsible for verifying their eligibility with NRCan. 

    NRCan manages Canada’s nation-wide program for the certification of individuals performing non-destructive testing.  NRCan is an independent body that certifies individuals according to the National Standard of Canada, CAN/CGSB-48.9712-2024 “Qualification and Certification of Non-Destructive Testing Personnel.”

    For further information on your eligibility, contact NRCan.

    Practical Tests

    Half Day - 4 Hours Full Day - 8 Hours

    NDTC323 Liquid Penetrant Inspection Level 2

     

     

    NDTC424 Magnetic Particle Inspection Level 2
     

    NDTC514 Ultrasonic Inspection Level 1

     

    NDTC524 Ultrasonic Inspection Level 2

     

    NDTC529 Ultrasonic Inspection Level 2 -DIRECT

    NDTC613 Radiography Inspection Level 1  
      NDTC624 Radiography Inspection Level 2

    Retests

    Half Day - 4 Hours Full Day - 8 Hours

    NDTC325 Liquid Penetrant Inspection Level 2

     

    NDTC425 Magnetic Particle Inspection Level 2

    NDTC426 Magnetic Particle Inspection Level 2
    NDTC515 Ultrasonic Inspection Level 1

    NDTC516 Ultrasonic Inspection Level 1

    NDTC525 Ultrasonic Inspection Level 2

    NDTC526 Ultrasonic Inspection Level 2

    NDTC615 Radiography Inspection Level 1

    NDTC616 Radiography Inspection Level 1

    NDTC625 Radiography Inspection Level 2 NDTC626 Radiography Inspection Level 2

    Recertification

    Half Day - 4 Hours Full Day - 8 Hours

    NDTC327 Liquid Penetrant Inspection Level 2

     

    NDTC427 Magnetic Particle Inspection Level 2

     
    NDTC517 Ultrasonic Inspection Level 1

     

    NDTC527 Ultrasonic Inspection Level 2

    NDTC528 Ultrasonic Inspection Level 2

    NDTC617 Radiography Inspection Level 1

     

    NDTC627 Radiography Inspection Level 2 NDTC628 Radiography Inspection Level 2

    NDT Certification

    Allow us to prepare you for your NDT certification in accordance with the Canadian General Standards Board (CGSB) requirements. 

    The Non Destructive Testing (NDT) courses offered by NAIT's NDT Training and Test Centre prepare you to obtain your NDT certification in accordance with CGSB requirements. The courses provide the classroom training you require for certification. You must also meet CGSB requirements for practical work experience.

    Applicants who intend to apply for CGSB NDT certification are responsible for verifying their own eligibility with Natural Resources Canada (NRCan). NRCan manages Canada's nation-wide program for the certification of individuals performing non-destructive testing. The NDT Certifying Agency of NRCan is an independent body that certifies individuals according to the National Standard of Canada, CAN/CGSB-48.9712-2022"Qualification and Certification of Non-Destructive Testing Personnel."

    For further information on your eligibility, contact NRCan.

    Career Opportunities

    If you achieve NDT certification, you will find opportunities with NDT/NDE firms working in quality assurance or quality control positions. You could be inspecting parts and materials in aerospace, ground transportation, pipelines, chemical and power plants, bridges, roadways, and many other industrial job sites or fabrication shops. 

    Rope Access Training & Certification

    NAIT’s industry partner, Pacific Ropes, offers Rope Access training and certification. Complimentary to NAIT’s NDT courses, this training is a key safety component required to work in the field of Non-Destructive testing.

    To learn more about Rope Access training and how to register, please complete the form below.



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    Entrance Requirements

    Materials and Processes Prerequisite

    Prior to taking any NDT training courses, you must complete the 32-hour NDTC100 course or provide evidence acceptable to NAIT that you have successfully passed a Materials & Processes examination administered by an NDT Recognized Training Organization (RTO).

    Math Prerequisite 

    Prior to taking any NDT training courses all students will be required to either successfully complete the NAIT math skills test or provide evidence acceptable to NAIT that you have successfully passed a math examination administered by an NDTCB Recognized Training Organization.

    For complete information about overall prerequisites as stipulated by Natural Resources Canada, contact the NDT Certifying Agency of NRCan.

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    Delivery Methods

    • Face to Face: Where: In-person meetings. When: Course is scheduled at a specific time for students to attend. Face-to-face instruction at all class meetings. Location may be on campus or at a worksite.
    • Blended: Where: Mixture of in-person & online components. When: Course is scheduled at a specific time for students to attend. Combination of face-to-face and online components at specific times. Some online components may be accessed online anytime.
    • Hyflex: Where: Choice to attend in-person or online meetings. When: Course is scheduled at a specific time for students to attend. For each class, students choose to attend in-person with the instructor or online at a specific time.
    • Remote Live Delivery: Where: Online with instructor. When: Course is scheduled at a specific time for students to attend. Instruction is delivered at set times online. Students do not come to campus.
    • Remote On-Demand Delivery: Where: Online anytime. When: No set class meetings. Coursework is accessed on-demand and online. While there are no set class meetings, there may be set due dates and deadlines for some activities. Students may interact with peers through virtual tools.
    • Remote Independent: Where: Online anytime. When: No set class meetings. Coursework is accessed on-demand and online, with no instructor support. While students choose when to do coursework, there may be set due dates and deadlines. 
    • Work Placement: Where: In-person meetings. When: Work is scheduled at a specific time for students to attend. Onsite work integrated learning. Location at a worksite.
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