Postgraduate Diploma in EN 4179 Level II–III and NDT Programme Management
Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in EN 4179 Level II–III and NDT Programme Management. 8 modules covering EN 4179, NAS 410 and mh1823 POD. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
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What you will be able to do
Interpret the qualification requirements of the EN 4179 standard.
Take on the responsibilities of an NDT Level 3.
Draft an organisation's written practice.
Develop inspection procedures and techniques.
Manage a complete NDT programme.
Assess the reliability of inspections using POD curves.
Prepare audits of special processes.
Who it's for
- NDT Level 3 manager who wants to specialise in Level II–III EN 4179 and NDT Programme Management.
- Inspection department manager who wants to specialise in Level II–III EN 4179 and NDT Programme Management.
- Special processes auditor who wants to specialise in Level II–III EN 4179 and NDT Programme Management.
- Inspection reliability engineer who wants to specialise in Level II–III EN 4179 and NDT Programme Management.
- NDT instructor who wants to specialise in Level II–III EN 4179 and NDT Programme Management.
- Aerospace quality consultant who wants to specialise in Level II–III EN 4179 and NDT Programme Management.
- Graduates in engineering or science seeking to join maintenance organisations.
What you'll work with
- EN 4179
- NAS 410
- EN ISO 9712
- MIL-HDBK-1823A
- NADCAP AC7114
- Reglamento (UE) 1321/2014 (Part-145)
- Reglamento (UE) 748/2012 (Part-21)
- EN 9100:2018
8 modules · 800 h
1.1Structure of the EN 4179 standard1.2Differences from NAS 410 and EN ISO 97121.3Levels 1, 2 and 3 and their functions1.4Training requirements by method1.5Required practical experience1.6General, specific and practical examinations1.7Visual acuity and colour perception1.8Recertification and validity1.9Interruption of activity1.10Workshop: qualification matrix for an NDT department
2.1Organisation's Level 3 manager2.2Approval of techniques and procedures2.3Preparation of examinations2.4Training supervision2.5External Level 3 and agreements2.6National NDT council2.7Legal and technical responsibility2.8Interaction with the authority2.9Audit of the qualification system2.10Case study: appointment of an external Level 3
3.1Content of the written practice3.2Definition of posts and levels3.3In-house training programmes3.4Examination management3.5Qualification records3.6Control of practice changes3.7Customer acceptance3.8Part-145 and Part-21 requirements3.9Third-party audits3.10Practical: drafting a written practice
4.1Structure of an NDT procedure4.2Part-specific techniques4.3Inspection data sheets4.4Technique validation4.5Calibration standards4.6Acceptance and rejection criteria4.7Interpreting NTM manuals4.8Procedures for composites4.9Document control of procedures4.10Practical: drafting an ultrasonic technique
5.1Organisation of the NDT department5.2Resource planning5.3Equipment and calibration management5.4Consumables control5.5Programme indicators5.6Outsourcing of services5.7Cost management5.8NADCAP audit planning5.9Continuous improvement of the programme5.10Case study: NADCAP AC7114 audit
6.1Probability of detection studies6.2POD curves and the a90/95 value6.3MIL-HDBK-1823A methodology6.4Human factors in inspection6.5Reliability of manual inspections6.6Demonstration trials6.7Reduction of variability6.8Improving detection6.9Use of POD in damage tolerance6.10Laboratory: calculating a POD curve with simulated data
7.1Radiological protection and licensing7.2Chemical waste management7.3Safety with magnetic sources7.4Remote and connected inspection7.5Digital inspection records7.6Artificial intelligence in interpretation7.7Automation of in-line inspection7.8Knowledge management7.9Generational handover planning7.10Case study: digitising inspection records
8.1Department diagnosis8.2Proposed qualification matrix8.3Organisation's written practice8.4Key procedures by method8.5Equipment and calibration plan8.6Proposed indicator dashboard8.7Reliability study8.8NADCAP preparation plan8.9Report and presentation8.10Final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
100% online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it possible to combine study with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is mh1823 POD, eAuditNet, Q-Pulse, Excel, CIVA, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Case studies are based on real procedures for managing NDT personnel qualification, preparing NADCAP audits and conducting probability of detection studies. Assessment is continuous per module plus the final integrative project.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Interpret the qualification requirements of the EN 4179 standard.
Take on the responsibilities of an NDT Level 3.
Draft an organisation's written practice.
Develop inspection procedures and techniques.
Manage a complete NDT programme.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- Prior technical training or professional experience in the sector. A university degree is not required.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
- Sufficient Spanish to follow technical standards reading.
Ready to start?
Send your application today. Our admissions team replies within 72 hours with your study plan and funding options.
Frequently asked questions
The programme totals 800 hours, spread over 6 to 8 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with full-time work.
The programme uses mh1823 POD, eAuditNet, Q-Pulse, Excel and CIVA. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
An own diploma from SEIUM upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrative project. It is in-house training, not an official Ministry qualification.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or diploma in the same area can be credited towards the advanced programme. Check the credit transfer policy when you enrol.
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