ITC Level 1 Thermography Course - Online Learning

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*Please note, thermal camera attachment only, phone not included. Free camera will be claimed following attendence and sent by ITC. Offer available on bookings made before 30th April 2024.

ITC Level I Course - Online Learning

This level 1 thermography course meets or exceeds the syllabus requirement as stated in the British Institute of Non-Destructive Testing CMGEN Appendix B and prepares you for qualification as an ITC level 1 certified thermographer. You will learn the basics of infrared, how to operate the camera under different conditions and for various purposes, perform appropriate judgement of the measurement situation in the field and identify potential error sources. You will be able to complete IR inspections following written guidelines and to report the results of these inspections.

The online certification classes are presented via Zoom.gov live, by one of the ITC instructors covering all subjects that would normally be found in a level 1 face-to-face class. Student classes will be limited to 10 people with all attendees having video and sound options enabled by the host during the training session. There will be practical demonstrations throughout the training session and discussions on related topics, a practical workbook for students to complete and a secure online exam.

In order to get the maximum benefit from ITC courses students find it beneficial to work with a thermal camera during the online training session. It is recommended to have the appropriate report-writing software installed as well. For software updates, free downloads and technical support log on to: http://flir.custhelp.com. or www.irtraining.eu

The ITC Level 1 Infrared Thermography Training Course is suitable for beginners, thermal camera users who wish to become professional thermographers, electrical & mechanical predictive maintenance teams, building diagnostics professionals and of course electricians & plumbers. 

It is recommended that participants are familiar with basic thermal imaging camera operation to obtain maximum benefit from the course.

Course Content

Introduction to Thermography: History, benchmarks and applications including electrical, Mechanical, Building, Medical and R&D. Camera technology overview from older scanning systems to modern day FPA’s. Explanation of camera operation and how the camera converts radiation into an image.

Heat & Temperature: Heat measurement and contact v non-contact temperature measurement. How radiation is converted into temperature and an introduction to heat transfer

Infrared Theory Basics: Scientific laws relating to: conduction, convection, radiation, blackbodies, transmission emissivity, reflectivity & calibration. Practical demonstration of these heat transfer modes with follow-up theory

Measurement Techniques: Atmospheric & environmental considerations including distance, humidity, air temp and reflected apparent temperature. How to measure them and setup the camera correctly

Basic Heat transfer Theory: Temperature definition and measurement, thermodynamics, heat and temperature, heat transfer, conduction, convection and radiation

Camera Measurement Tools: A look at cross-hair measurement, area box/circle, colour alarms and specific dew point and insulation alarms

Camera/Software Familiarisation: Hands-on camera experience throughout the course. Camera practice using portable simulated labs; integration of images with reporting software; creation of reports

ITC Certification Test: ITC qualification (50-question multiple choice test) to be held on the last day of the course

BINDT Certification Exam (optional): ISO18436 PCN CMGEN APPB 60 questions Multiple choice. WWW.BINDT.ORG

Key Features

• ITC are one of the leading authorities on thermography and thermographic applications
• Introductory course to professional thermography
• Receive official ITC Level 1 Thermographer qualification
• Optional BINDT certification exam
• Covers major techniques, theories and tools required to become a proficient thermographer