Approaches to Establish and Monitor Quality of DR/CT Systems

This short course provides an in-depth exploration of quality processes used to verify and validate digital radiography (DR) and computed tomography (CT) systems. You'll start with a quick overview of ASTM standard E2737, which is designed to monitor the long-term stability of DR systems. The course will then dive into ASTM standard E1695, which focuses on establishing stability monitoring for CT systems.

ASTM E1695 measures key data points like modulation transfer function (MTF) and contrast discrimination function (CDF) to assess the quality of CT systems and techniques. While the process may seem complex, it's crucial for ensuring the reliability of critical components in industries like aerospace and medical devices. You'll learn about real-time data processing and how it impacts defect detectability, as well as the role of representative quality indicators (RQI) in the overall quality process for CT. By aligning these standards and components, operators and manufacturers can achieve the confidence needed to deliver high-quality analysis of test objects.

About the Speaker:

Kyle Stoll is the NDT Program Manager and Responsible Level III at Nikon Metrology. He oversees the quality of inspection for computed tomography and digital radiography, as well as the qualification and certification of testing personnel at Nikon. Kyle received his Level III certification from the American Society of Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) in 2013 and is also certified under the National Aerospace Standard 410. Before joining Nikon, Kyle spent 12 years working with the Department of Defense, using computed tomography for the research and development of Navy munitions. He is an active member of several NDT committees, including the ASTM E07 committee on nondestructive testing.

Course Details:

• Format: Short courses are sold separately.
• Duration: Each course is 4 hours long.
• Cost: $450 to $625 (Prices increase after 28 September 2024).
• Materials: The course includes materials, handouts, and a certificate upon completion.
• Assessment: A knowledge test will be given at the end of the course.

FAQs:

• Registration Deadline: Register by 18 October 2024.
• Late Registration: After 18 October 2024, please contact ASNT Staff.
• Who Should Attend: This course is designed for Level II and/or Level III professionals. Certification is not required to attend.
• Attendance: In-person attendance is required.
• Certificate: You will receive a certificate upon completing the course.
• Credits: Earn 4 contact hours (0.25 IACET CEUs) and 1.0 B points for ASNT recertification.

The American Society for Nondestructive Testing, Inc. (ASNT) is the world's largest technical society for nondestructive testing (NDT) professionals. Through the organization and membership, they provide a forum for exchange of NDT technical information; NDT educational materials and programs; and standards and services for the qualification and certification of NDT personnel. ASNT promotes the discipline of NDT as a profession and facilitates NDT research and technology applications.