Increased Demand for NDT Training: SGS Offers PCN and SNT Training Courses in 2011

The SGS NDT Training and Examination Center in Shanghai, China, which offers a wide range of internationally recognized training and certification services in Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), has just released the PCN and SNT Training Course Schedule for 2011. The training and examinations offered by SGS are in accordance with European, International and American standards like EN 473, ISO 9712 and ASNT.

Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) is one of the most effective testing methods that can be used on an object, material or system without causing its damage or reducing its longevity. As Non-Destructive Testing does not alter the object under inspection, NDT is a highly valuable technique that can save both money and time during the quality and safety evaluation process. To ensure reliable production and operating processes, qualified Non-Destructive Testing inspections have to be carried out. Thus equipping NDT personnel with the knowledge and skills required by the industry is essential for the performance of professional NDT inspections.

In light of the increased demand for good, qualified Non-Destructive Testing inspectors, SGS NDT Training and Examination Center in Shanghai, China regularly offers internationally recognized Training and Certification Services in Non-Destructive Testing. The training and examinations are in accordance with European, International and American standards like EN 473, ISO 9712 and ASNT, with a particular focus on the extensive training syllabus for all basic Non-Destructive Testing methods. In addition, SGS offers Personnel Certification (PCN), issued by the British Institute of NDT.

As training services are a key part of SGS’s strategy to improve quality and safety around the world, SGS has developed an extensive program of PCN and SNT training courses for 2011 for Levels 1, 2 and 3:

• Radiographic Inspection and Interpretation
• Liquid Penetrant Testing
• Magnetic Particle Testing
• Ultrasonic Testing
• Visual Inspection
• Time of Flight Diffraction

The courses, scheduled throughout 2011, will be held at the SGS NDT Training and Examination Center  in Shanghai or, by special request, at an individual company's premises.

To obtain more information about the PCN and SNT Training Schedule for 2011 and to learn how to register for a course, visit the SGS Training Calendar.

About the SGS Non-Destructive Testing Training and Examination Center

The SGS NDT Training and Examination Center in Shanghai, China is an Authorized Qualifying Body (AQB) of BINDT which allows SGS to conduct PCN training and examinations for Levels 1 and 2, in accordance with the PCN Certification Scheme which meets the requirements of European, International and American standards like EN 473, ISO 9712 and SNT-TC-1A.Non-Destructive Testing Services provided by SGS cover both conventional and advanced NDT methods and are provided by qualified inspectors in accordance with international standards.

For more information on SGS’s NDT Training Courses, please contact:

SGS NDT Training and Examination Center

Zinner Liu
Administration Manager

SGS-CSTC China
2F, Building 8, 69 Kangqiao Industrial Park,
1159 East Kangqiao Road, Pudong District,
Shanghai 201319, P.R.C.

t: +86 21 6119 6411
f: +86 21 6818 3265
Email: industrial.pr@sgs.com
Website: www.sgs.com/ndt-training

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