Infrared Thermography Certification
Effectively operate an IR camera and implement best practice inspection techniques
Collect accurate and quality data for post processing analysis and documentation
Avoid common new user mistakes and false interpretation/diagnosis of results
Understand the full capabilities (and limitations) of IR technology
Leverage IR for improved situational awareness and safety
New and Experienced Level I
Level I thermographers are typically new to infrared thermographic diagnostics but that doesn’t imply that they are entry-level condition monitoring technicians; many Level I professionals actually have years of experience in building and maintaining complex systems.
Level I thermographers generally follow a written test procedure to evaluate specific types of equipment in their facility. They use their infrared cameras and software to identify and measure thermal anomalies based on thermal patterns, comparisons with similar equipment, and their own experience.
Experienced Level II
Level II certification is for experienced, professional thermographers and troubleshooters. A Level II thermographer typically deploys more than one diagnostic technology to determine the root cause of a problem and recommend repairs. Because of their more advanced IR training, Level II thermographers are qualified to provide technical direction to Level I certified personnel.
Advanced Level III
This is the most advanced infrared training level available. A Level III thermographer is primarily a thermography program manager who writes the company’s written predictive maintenance/inspection practices, develops the test procedures and severity criteria, determines how often equipment should be inspected, and calculates the return on investment the thermography program is providing.
North and South America
Certified ISO 9001 (International Organization for Standardization), we are committed to ensuring all students know how to use their cameras before receiving certification. In fact, we have more ASNT Level III certified staff than any other thermography certification organization.
The Infrared Training Center has high standards for courses as well, with Level I and Level II meeting ASNT SNT-TC-1A guidelines. They’re also accredited by NETA (International Electrical Testing Association), a standards developer for the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
Latin America operates under the Eurasia certification scheme for ISO 18436
Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific
Certified ISO 9001 (International Organization for Standardization), we are committed to ensuring all students know how to use their cameras before receiving certification. In fact, we have more ASNT Level III certified staff than any other thermography certification organization.
The Infrared Training Center has high standards for courses as well, with Level I and Level II meeting ASNT SNT-TC-1A guidelines. They’re also accredited by NETA (International Electrical Testing Association), a standards developer for the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
Latin America operates under the Eurasia certification scheme for ISO 18436
Thermography Recertification
Thermography certification is written proof of your professional infrared qualifications, so it’s important to keep your certification up to date. Not only will this help sharpen your skills, but it will also ensure your thermography qualifications are recognized wherever you go and wherever you work.
All Infrared Training Center certified thermographers must complete the following to renew their certification level:
1) Meet continuing education or professional contribution requirements
2) Maintain continued active employment in thermography
3) Demonstrate efforts to keep current on new developments