Courses

ASNT Practice No. SNT-TC-1A (Employer Certification)

Penetrant Testing (PT) L-2

Perform Liquid Penetrant Inspection (Basic) 

Course Reference Number : TGS-2018500975

Funding Validity Period : 01 Jan 2019 to 04 Aug 2026

Training Mode : Class-Room

About This Course

This course covers all theory aspects of the penetrant testing method and provides “hands-on” practical experience and so that will fulfil and improve the performance of learners to meet the standard requirements towards quality.

What is Penetrant Testing?

Penetrant Testing involves applying a visible or fluorescent dye to the surface. The dye enters the discontinuities via capillary action. The method can be applied to any non-absorbent material with uncoated surfaces.

What are the responsibilities of a individual who is certified to Penetrant Level 2?

An individual certified to Penetrant Level 2 has demonstrated competence to perform NDT according to Penetrant Testing procedures. Within the scope of the competence defined on the certificate, Level 2 personnel may be authorised by the employer to:

  • Select the Penetrant technique for the test method to be used;
  • Define the limitations of application of the testing method;
  • Translate NDT codes, standards, specifications and procedures into NDT instructions adapted to the actual working conditions;
  • Set up and verify equipment settings;
  • Perform and supervise tests;
  • Interpret and evaluate results according to applicable standards, codes, specifications or procedures;
  • Prepare Penetrant written instructions
  • Carry out and supervise all tasks at or below level 2;
  • Provide guidance for personnel at or below level 2, and
  • Report the results of Penetrant test

Other Details : 

Overalls/Lab Coat
Safety Boots

Bring some other form of identification showing a photograph, i.e. Passport or Photo Driving Licence.

All other equipment and training materials are provided by Cutech.

Protective gloves, protective eye glasses and plastic aprons are also available for the use of students.

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Qualification Hours for PT (Experience):

ASNT Practice No. SNT-TC-1A

Description

Total Hours in Method

Total hours in NDT

Level I Experience

Min. 70-hrs

Min. 130-hrs

Level II Experience

Min. 140-hrs

Min. 270-hrs

Total Experience

Min. 210-hrs

Min. 400-hrs

 

2days / 16Hrs

Penetrant Level 2 training at Cutech covers the following:

General Theory:

  • Introduction
  • Principles of penetrant inspection
  • Equipment
  • Preparation for testing
  • Testing techniques
  • Post test procedures
  • Safety precautions
  • Processing
  • Testing procedures and selection
  • Product technology
  • Inspection and evaluation
  • Interpretation and reporting

Specific Theory:

Application of the Method to the Specific requirements of the Company, in particular making reference to those Codes, Specifications and Procedures used by the Company, including the relevant control checks.

We can provide Penetrant training suitable for  Levels 1 and 2.

Alternatively we can provide training suitable for candidates working to an employer written practice based on SNT-TC-1A; EN4179 and NAS410.

Course Fees & Subsidies

Perform Liquid Penetrant Inspection (Basic) (TGS-2018500975)
INDIVIDUAL
Singapore Citizens (40 years and above) Singapore Citizens (21-39 years old) & PR
Course Fees (Before GST) $800.00
9% GST $72.00
70% SkillsFuture (SSG) Subsidy (MCE) -$560.00
Nett Fee $240.00
Total Payable (Inclusive of GST) $312.00
Course Fees (Before GST) $800.00
9% GST $72.00
50% SkillsFuture (SSG) Subsidy -$400.00
Nett Fee $400.00
Total Payable (Inclusive of GST) $472.00
Additional Support
SkillsFuture Credits eligible for Singapore citizens aged 25 & above
Please note that SkillsFuture Credits are applicable to the course fee only and are not applicable to the exam fee
CORPORATE
SMEs Non-SMEs
Course Fees (Before GST) $800.00
9% GST $72.00
70% SkillsFuture (SSG) Subsidy (ETS) -$560.00
Nett Fee $240.00
Total Payable (Inclusive of GST) $312.00
Course Fees (Before GST) $800.00
9% GST $72.00
50% SkillsFuture (SSG) Subsidy -$400.00
Nett Fee $400.00
Total Payable (Inclusive of GST) $472.00
Additional Support
Additional Support via Absentee Payroll
Absentee Payroll (AP) Funding: Absentee payroll is claimable up to $4.50 per hour, capped at $100,000 per enterprise per calendar year.
Enterprise Innovation Scheme
Up to 400% Tax Deduction 20% Cash Payout Based On Nett Fee
Up to 90% Additional Subsidy from SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC)
Nett Fee is subject to 9% GST charged based on the full course fees before subsidy.
SME Eligibility Criteria
👉 Registered or incorporated in Singapore
👉 Employment size of not more than 200 (at group level) or with annual sales turnover (at group level) of not more than $100 million
Funding Eligibility Criteria:
Individual Sponsored Trainee Company Sponsored Trainee
👉 Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents
👉 From 1 October 2023, attendance-taking for SkillsFuture Singapore's (SSG) funded courses must be done digitally via the Singpass App. This applies to both physical and synchronous e-learning courses.
👉 Trainee must pass all prescribed tests / assessments and attain 100% competency.
👉 Cutech reserves the right to claw back the funded amount from trainee if he/she did not meet the eligibility criteria.
👉 Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents
👉 From 1 October 2023, attendance- taking for SkillsFuture Singapore's (SSG) funded courses must be done digitally via the Singpass App. This applies to both physical and synchronous e-learning courses.
👉 Trainee must pass all prescribed tests / assessments and attain 100% competency.
👉 Cutech reserves the right to claw back the funded amount from the employer if trainee did not meet the eligibility criteria.
Terms & Conditions apply. Cutech reserve the right to make changes or improvements to any of the products described in this document without prior notice.

Note: To enjoy course fee funding, self-sponsored individual or employer sponsoring employee may enroll directly with SSG's training providers delivering SSG-supported courses. For more information, please visit https://www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/.

We provide examinations for Penetrant Testing, including personal certification examinations to Levels 1, 2 and 3 for employer based schemes such as SNT-TC-1A, NAS410 and EN4179.

The Penetrant Level 2 examination includes a theory paper, specific paper, and a practical exam.

The options for Penetrant Level 2 examinations are:

Initial Candidate
Resit (Theory)
Resit (Practical)
Recertification (every 5 years)

To be eligible for the NDT Level 2 examination, an eye test must be passed (near vision and colour).