Introduction to NDT - Atlantis NDT

Welcome to Atlantis NDT’s Introduction to Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) course. In this 42-minute session, you will learn the fundamentals of NDT, an essential inspection technology used to evaluate materials, components, and structures without causing damage. The class introduces the purpose of NDT, its importance in industries such as oil & gas, aerospace, marine, power generation, and manufacturing, and how it helps ensure safety, quality, and reliability.

The session provides a basic overview of the most common NDT methods including Visual Testing (VT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT), Radiographic Testing (RT), and Eddy Current Testing (ET). Students will also gain insight into defect detection principles, inspection applications, industry standards, certification pathways, and the role of NDT professionals in modern asset integrity management.

This introductory class is designed for beginners, engineering students, technicians, inspectors, and professionals who want to build a strong foundation in the world of NDT and understand how advanced inspection technologies contribute to safer industries worldwide.