CEBU Training : Infrared Thermography Certification Course | November 5-8,2018

This 32 hour course for the application of qualitative thermal imaging is designed to meet and exceed the educational requirements for all global Thermography standards. Level 1 teaches the fundamentals infrared theory, heat transfer concepts, IR camera operation, condition monitoring (CM) and predictive maintenance (PdM) applications, image analysis and report generation.

Students are trained to identify and analyze thermal patterns caused by improper design, workmanship or material failure. Applications from most industries are covered, so you will be able to perform inspections at your site on your equipment and processes. Specific applications include: electrical and mechanical systems, steam systems, process vessels, refractory, piping-above and underground, building façade and energy loss, moisture detection. 

To obtain maximum value from the infrared instrument, the course includes hands-on instrument operations teaching the basics of IR camera operation of your specific brand of infrared instrument. Owning an infrared camera is not required for attendance! But for learning, participants are encouraged to bring their own specific brand of camera to class. 

After completing this course and fulfilling the course requirements, the attendees will be prepared to handle most industrial infrared applications, be able to collect accurate data, interpret infrared images and properly document the findings.

Who should take this course?

This course is for those with no prior experience and/or no formal training. This course is intended as an introduction for anyone using an infrared thermal imaging camera, or anyone interested in purchasing one.

On-Site or Customized Training

Infrared Thermography Level I Course Outline

• What is  Infrared Thermography
• The Nature Heat and Temperature
• Heat Transfer Mode Familiarization
• Conduction Fundamentals 
• Convection Fundamentals

• Introduction
• Selection Criteria
• Range Span and level Settings
• How Infrared Instruments Work
• IR Equipment Operation/Controls and Features

• Condition Monitoring
• Principles
• Control Values
• Support Equipment for Infrared Inspection
• CM Application - Electrical Systems; Mechanical Systems; Process Applications; Building Thermographys

• Radiation Fundamentals
• Radiosity Concepts
• Radiometry and IR Imaging
• Reflectance, Transmittance,Absorptancce and Emittance
• Recognizing and Dealing with Reflections SPatial Resolutions COncepts

• Performance of Infrared Cameras
• Imaging Concepts
• Select the Best Perspective, Image/Spatial Focus
• Thermal Focus; rnage Level and Span
• False, Real or Apparent Anomalies
• Performing and Infrared Inspection
• Image Interpretation and Documentation
• Support Data Collection and Environmental Considerations

• Temperature Measurment Functions
• Performing Accurate Temperature
• Measurementts
• Emissivity Determination
• The effect of Distance and Target Size
• Field Quantification
• Checking Equipment Calibration
• Error Potential in Remote Measurement
• Atmosppheric Attenuation
• Alternate Technologies and Support
• Equipment for Infared Inspections
• Error Potential in Radiant Measurement

• Risk Assessment
• Methods Statement
• Personal Safety Gear
• Safety Practices

• Elements of a Good Report
• Properly Documents the filinngs
• Report Presentation
• Database Programs
• IR Software Generic Overview

Ron has worked on many committees developing and establishing Standards and Procedures for Infrared Thermography. Among these he worked on the Thermal / Infrared Committee with the American Society of Non-Destructive Testing (ASNT) and with the British Institute for Non-Destructive Testing (BINDT) to establish European and International Infrared Standards. Standards for Level 1, Level II and Level III Thermography are now completed and have become the template for many other countries since then.

Mr. Newport is well published worldwide within this technique, many of his papers and articles are continually printed in trade journals and magazines. As a dynamic speaker and lecturer, continues to be a guest lecturer at many universities, technical colleges, he remains a sought-after speaker at conferences and symposia throughout the world for organizations such as Maintenance Technology, IEEE, PP/M, ASNT, Comadem, BINDT, Slovania NDT, Reliability International, Elenex Asia, Maintec, UK and many others.

Ron pioneered many of the techniques in infrared thermography and has been instrumental in developing many applications in current use today. He is particularly renowned for providing specific application courses for:

• Building Diagnostics and Energy Audits
• Electrical Systems (electrical generation, transmission, distribution, to in-plant and low-voltage facilities)
• Mechanical Applications
• Process Applications for the Oil and Gas Industries including Petro-Chemical Refining
• Refractory / Furnace – Boiler Tubes
• Leak Detection Techniques
• Termite and Pest Inspections