About IICS 5.5 Ultrasonic Thickness Measurement Examiner
IICS 5.5 is designed to equip technical personnel with necessary knowledge in ultrasonic testing and practical training in carrying out Ultrasonic Thickness Measurement as part of their routine plant
construction and maintenance program.
Eligibility
To be eligible for certification, candidates must:
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Meet experience requirements
- Meet medical requirements
- Pass the eye test
- Pass the written examination
Download the Requirement below for more information:
DOCUMENT No. IICS-UTTG-17-07 |
Qualification Requirement
IICS 5.5 Ultrasonic Thickness Measurement Examiner
| Education | Minimum Years of Experience | Description of Experience Required |
|
School Leaver Fresh Graduates |
None or Less than 2 years documented experience |
Must attend an IICS approved training course |
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Welding Foreman/Supervisor Welding Inspector QA/QC Personnel |
Must attend an IICS approved training course | |
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API 510 / API 570 / API 653 Inspectors |
Must attend an IICS approved training course | |
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Ultrasonic Technician Ultrasonic Inspector (AWS, CSWIP, PCN, etc) |
Min 2 years documented experience (within recent 3 years) |
Encouraged to attend an IICS approved training course, though not compulsory |
Medical Requirements
Recent Eyesight Test Certificate is recommended, as proof of near visual acuity (based on Jaeger J2 Eye Chart or equivalent eye test).
Exam Information
IICS 5.5 Ultrasonic Thickness Measurement Examiner
| Examination Format |
Time Allowed |
Details |
|
Theoretical Paper (Open Book) |
1 hour 15 munutes |
50 multiple choice questions Ability to understand the theory and behavior of ultrasound Ability to understand the working principal of ultrasonic testing equipment Ability to evaluate the work order with the applicable codes
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Instruction Writing |
1 hour 30 minutes |
Ability to prepare a specific work instruction on steps to assess and perform ultrasonic thickness measurement of a given test piece |
|
General Practical |
1 hour |
Thickness measurement of 3 different bare materials Thickness measurement of 3 different coated materials |
| Specific Practical Examination |
4 hour | Time Allowed: 1.5 hours
Time Allowed: 2.5 hours
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Pass mark is 70%. If any individual part passing mark couldn’t get achieved, the individual part which has been failed shall be retaken.