Ultrasonic testing (UT) using phased array (PA) is becoming increasingly important not only for automated testing but also for manual testing.

Reasons for this include improved defect detection capabilities, enhanced documentation of test results, and time savings during testing and evaluation.

However, working with PA testing technology requires specialized knowledge of the underlying physical principles, complex testing systems, and the specific procedures involved in this type of testing. Our course is aimed at experienced Level 2 and Level 3 UT inspectors as well as testing supervisors who wish to learn PA testing technology.

Participation requires UT2 certification in accordance with DIN EN ISO 9712.

The course uses GEKKO and MANTIS testing equipment.

Learning objectives

Course content – theory:

Review of the fundamentals of UT2 ultrasonic testing
Physical principles of phased array technology
Phased array testing technology – testing equipment, probes, wedges
Display types – A-, B-, C-, D-, and S-scans
Beam steering and focusing techniques
Scanning techniques – linear scan, sector scan, combined scans
Calibration instructions for phased array testing systems
Testing instructions for phased array testing
Test-specific sound field simulations and scan plans
Creation of a digital test report
Standards and regulations for phased array testing

Course content – practical:

Test system setup – testing equipment, probe, wedge
Working with reference blocks
Determining the characteristics of probes and wedges
Working with encoders
Working with various scanning techniques
Testing of forgings
Testing of welds
Testing using TFM technology

Course duration incl. examination

8 days

Target groups

Users and technicians in quality assurance, materials testing, and material inspection