Nondestructive Testing/Quality Control Program
Explore Spartan College's Nondestructive Testing diploma program and Quality Control Associate of Applied Science degree
Spartan’s Quality Control degree program includes Nondestructive testing (NDT) training. Students can complete the fast track NDT diploma studies in as little as 12 months and then continue with their degree training in quality control.
Nondestructive testing is examination of an object or material in a manner that does not compromise its future usefulness. Nondestructive testers and quality control technicians are the scientists and detectives of manufacturing world. Through sophisticated diagnostic testing they solve mysteries and are challenged to do so in a non-invasive manner.
A quality control technician trained in NDT testing is responsible for ensuring that all products or parts are constructed or repaired in accordance with approved procedures and specifications. Nondestructive testing as a quality assurance management tool can be used to help with cost reduction, accident prevention, and improvement of product reliability, all of which are key areas of importance to any company.
Nondestructive Testing (NDT) Training and Procedures
As a nondestructive testing school in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Spartan students will develop the knowledge and skills necessary to perform specialized testing techniques that are required in many different industries. Making a graduate of the NDT testing and Quality Control programs a very desirable job candidate.
Some of the various testing techniques used by an NDT quality control technician are:
- Radiology
- Eddy Current Testing
- Liquid Dye Penetration
- Magnetic Particle Testing
- Ultrasonic Testing
Job Opportunities for NDT and Quality Control Technicians
Companies invest millions of dollars in the equipment used to keep their operations running. Employers don’t want just anyone working on their multi-million dollar machines; they want qualified technicians with nondestructive testing training from an aeronautical school to identify issues in a manner that does not compromise their operations.
NDT and quality control measures are critical to the daily functions of many companies. These tests and analytical procedures are necessary to ensure safety and reliability for a company, its people and its products. Motor vehicles, aircraft, bridges, power stations, trains, pipelines and oil platforms and refineries are all inspected using nondestructive testing techniques.
As a graduate of the NDT and Quality Control programs at Spartan College of Aeronautics you would be eligible for a wide range of job opportunities in areas such as:
- Aerospace
- Aviation
- Auto and Boat Racing
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Amusements Parks
- Railroads
- Alternative Energy Plants: Nuclear, Wind, Solar
In a world where public safety and quality production is essential, there is a growing demand for qualified Nondestructive Testing (NDT) and Quality Control graduates.
Click here to watch NDT video from the American Society of Nondestructive Testing.
For complete consumer information including placement and earnings for graduates of this program refer to www.spartan.edu/consumerinformation.
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William Kullman
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