Non-Destructive Liquid Penetrant Testing Operator

The purpose of this part-qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as a Non-Destructive Liquid Penetrant Testing Operator. A Non-Destructive Liquid Penetrant Testing Operator conducts liquid penetrant testing and then interprets whether indications are relevant or non-relevant, according to prescribed procedures. A Non-Destructive Liquid Penetrant Testing Operator will employ liquid penetrant testing methods, record the results, and escalate anomalies to the Non-Destructive Liquid Penetrant Testing Technician. A qualified learner will be able to: • Prepare for liquid penetrant testing according to instructions. • Conduct liquid penetrant testing and then interpret whether indications are relevant or non-relevant, according to prescribed procedures.

This part-qualification will equip learners with the necessary skills and competence to operate as Non-Destructive Liquid Penetrant Testing Operator which would enable them to be recruited as operators by the industry. Liquid Penetrant Testing Operators performs liquid penetrant testing and recordings of the results in accordance with the industry standards. Non-destructive liquid penetrant testing operator is the branch of engineering concerned with all methods of detecting and evaluating flaws in materials. Flaws can affect the serviceability of the material or structure, so liquid penetrant testing is important in guaranteeing safe operation as well as in quality control and assessing plant life. Typical learners are school leavers, Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) college qualified learners or workers who have been employed in the NDT industry. Learners will receive a high standard of training and education that is occupationally aligned and internationally recognised. As current and past training has taken place against non-registered qualifications, this part-qualification will also be used as a benchmark in providing recognition for prior learning. In terms of the learning pathway, acquisition of this part-qualification allows learners to enter the Non-Destructive Liquid Penetrant Testing Technician (NDT Level II) qualification and move on to become Non-Destructive Liquid Penetrant Testing Technologists (NDT Level III). The part-qualification will promote portability and accessibility within the Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) environment by providing learners with the competencies required. This will create a healthy employment cycle providing employment opportunities to unemployed youth who are interested in non-destructive testing. Employers in the sector will gain access to suitably qualified Non-Destructive Testing Liquid Penetrant Testing Operators to conduct testing at NDT Level I and this shall bring great benefit to the economy as more qualified Non-Destructive Radiographic Testing Operators and Technicians will be available in industries while these individuals would be benefiting themselves as recruits into the industry this benefiting their societies. Upon completion of this part-qualification, the qualifying learners will be recruited by the industry as Non-Destructive Operators. It is important and a requirement that individuals be qualified as operators.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): RPL for access to the External Integrated Summative Assessment: Accredited providers and approved workplaces must apply the internal assessment criteria specified in the related curriculum document to establish and confirm prior learning. Accredited providers and workplaces must confirm prior learning by issuing a statement of result. RPL for access to the Part-Qualification: Accredited providers and approved workplaces may recognise prior learning against the relevant access requirements. Entry Requirements: The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is: • An NQF Level 3 qualification with Mathematics and Physical Science.

• Apply essential methods and procedures for the preparation of liquid penetrant testing.
• Demonstrate relevant methods, procedures and techniques to conduct liquid penetrant testing and interpret relevancy of indications.