Qualification of Ultrasonic Testing Examiners (Phased Array)

certifying organization info

American Petroleum Institute Qualification of Ultrasonic Testing Examiners (Phased Array) 1220 L Street, NW Washington
DC 20005-4070
https://www.api.org/

description

The API QUPA Ultrasonic Testing Examiners (Phased Array) certification exam focuses on the detection and characterization of defects associated with welds in carbon steel or low alloy materials. In particular, defect population may include porosity, lack of fusion, incomplete penetration, center line cracking, root cracks, side wall crack, toe crack, slag, or placebos. Qualification of Ultrasonic Testing Examiners (Phased Array) Website

details

More than two years of education or training after high school required? Yes

More than two years of work experience required? Yes

Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes

Renewal Required? Every 3 Year(s)

Renew through Continuing Educational Units(CEU)? No

Renew through Re-Examination? Yes

Renew through Continuing Professional Development(CPD)? No

Does applicant have choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No