LEVEL I QUALITATIVE THERMOGRAPHY |
Level-I (Qualitative / Applications) is a five-day theory and applications course for the application of thermal imaging for P/PM, Condition Monitoring, Quality Assurance and Forensic Investigations. This course covers infrared theory, heat transfer concepts, equipment operation and selection, standards compliance, image analysis and report generation. Students are trained to identify and document thermal patterns caused by improper design, workmanship or material failure. Applications include: electrical distribution systems, mechanical systems, steam systems, refractory systems, underground piping, active thermography, building envelopes and flat roofs. Students are encouraged to bring their own imager for individualized training or to learn how to use it more effectively. LEVEL I CURRICULUM 1. Basic Infrared Theory Heat transfer Electromagnetic spectrum Emittance, reflectance, and transmittance Atmospheric transmission IR wavebands and lens materials 2. Infrared Equipment Selection criteria Range and level settings Class demonstrations Manufacturer equipment presentations (optional) Hands-on use in class 3. Electrical System Inspections Theory and thermal signatures of problems Airborne inspection of transmission lines Ground-based inspection of distribution systems Substation inspections In-plant inspection of: transformers bus switchgear fuses circuit breakers cable trays Guidelines for inspection end user and thermographer responsibilities safety practices data gathering and report preparation 4. Mechanical System Inspections Theory and thermal signatures of problems Rotating equipment Power transmission components High-temperature insulation Fluid flow including steam systems, heat exchangers, and cryogenics Active thermographic inspection techniques Guidelines for inspection end user and thermographer responsibilities safety practices data gathering and report preparation 5. Building / Roof Moisture & Pest Inspections Theory and component construction Insulation & material moisture characteristics Inspection techniques interior exterior Weather variables and models Required site conditions creating sufficient delta-T Pre-inspection procedures Thermal signatures of latent moisture Thermal signatures of pest damage Mold detection Inspection, data recording, marking and mapping Destructive and non-destructive moisture verification Guidelines for inspection end user and thermographer responsibilities safety practices data gathering and report preparation 6. Building Envelope Energy Loss Inspections Theory and component construction Insulation & material characteristics Inspection techniques interior exterior Weather variables and models Required site conditions creating sufficient delta-T Pre-inspection procedures Inspection and data recording Verification of data Conduction losses by insufficient, missing, damaged or improperly-installed insulation: weather variables and influences thermal signatures Convection losses by uncontrolled air movement natural and forced convection thermal signatures pressurization/depressurization techniques Guidelines for inspection end user and thermographer responsibilities safety practices data gathering and report preparation 7. Implementing an IR Predictive Maintenance Program 9 steps to setting up a program Integrating with other predictive technologies Cross-verifying with other predictive technologies Why programs fail, how they succeed Course tuition includes all course presentations, the Infraspection Institute Certified Infrared Thermographer® Course Reference Manual, and certification exam. Certification card and diploma issued with passing grade of 80%. Courses begin at 8:30 am daily Monday through Friday and include a daily refreshments, and lunch Monday through Thursday. Course ends by noon Friday. Prerequisite: none Tuition fee $12700 TTD |
