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Advanced Nondestructive Testing, COC

For more information about this program contact Danielle Simmons at 316.677.9400.

Career Description

Because Nondestructive Testing (NDT) does not require the disabling or sacrifice of the system of interest, it is a highly valuable technique that saves both money and time in product evaluation, troubleshooting, and research. NDT technicians are increasingly in demand.  The projected salary information for a Nondestructive Test Technician is *$22.80 per hour.

Program Features

Nondestructive Testing Program is a cooperative effort between the WATC and National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR).  The Advanced Nondestructive Testing certificate of completion (COC) program is a sequence of courses designed to build on material learned in the Introduction to Nondestructive testing.  This program will produce a technician who understands NDT’s role in the aerospace industry, and has mastered the American Society for Nondestructive Testing’s coursework for Level I and II certification in three NDT methods including ultrasonic, eddy current, and visual inspection.

  • Curriculum
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    • Admission Requirements

    In addition to the college’s admissions policy, students must submit an application for admission, be 18 years of age or older, show documentation of high school graduation or satisfaction of high school equivalence prior to graduation from the program, and meet entrance exam requirements.

    Accreditation, Credit Hours and Cost

    The COC of Nondestructive Testing is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.  The program consists of 15 credit hours and costs approximately **$3,082.

    *BLS Data Source: Bureau of labor Statistics (2006); State of Kansas Mean wages. WATC does not guarantee the above wages, but has matched training programs to job titles and mean wages in Kansas.
    **Costs include tuition, student fees and lab fees. Books, tools, uniforms and any other expenses are not included. Additional fees may apply.

    This program has not been approved by the Department of Education for federal financial aid.