Performs Ultrasonic Examinations on structural steel weldments. All ultrasonic testing performed on NYSDOT structures must be done by NYSDOT Certified UT Technicians.
An applicant must pass the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) Ultrasonic Testing Technician exam to be certified to conduct ultrasonic testing on New York State bridge projects. Certification must be renewed every 5 years.
There is no minimum age requirement.
The applicant must meet the minimum requirements as outlined in ASNT-TC-1A (2016) for a UT level II ultrasonic testing technician. A minimum of 2 years of field experience is recommended prior to taking the exam.
Registration/Application -- None
Must pass the Ultrasonic Test administered by the New York State Department of Transportation.
The examination consists of three parts: a closed book multiple-choice section (25%), an open book problem-solving session (25%), and a practical exam involving the examination of welded steel plates (50%). The total length of all three exam parts is 6 hours. Applicants must score a minimum of 70 on each of the three parts but must achieve a minimum overall score of 80 when the three respective scores are averaged together in order to be certified.
No limited permit is issued.
Between May 2019 and May 2021, there were 10 certifications issued for this occupation.
As of January 1, 2021, there were 39 active certifications for this occupation.
New York State Department of Transportation
Structures
Metals Engineering Division
50 Wolf Road
POD 4-3
Albany, New York 12232-0600
NYSDOT Field Welder and Ultrasonic Technician Certifications
51-4122 - Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers
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American Society for Non-Destructive Testing
8669 NW 36 Street, # 130
Miami, Florida 33166-6672
Phone: 800-443-9353, option 1
Fees stated and other information contained in this report are subject to change. Please contact the licensing authority listed above for the most current information.
This page was last updated on 5/21/21.
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