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Which of the following statements is true? A. ASNT has been providing certification examinations for Level Ill personnel since the late 1960s. B. SNT-TC-1 A was first published in the late 1960s. C SNT-TC-1 A requires that Level Ill personnel be qualified and certified by ASNT D. SNT-TC-1 A was developed to satisfy requirements for NDT personnel qualification and certification set forth in parts of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.

A. ASNT has been providing certification examinations for Level Ill personnel since the late 1960s.

SNT-TC-1A recommends that vision tests for near distance visual acuity for NDT Level I and Level 11 personnel should be conducted upon initial certification: A. And at 1 year intervals thereafter. B. With no subsequent tests. C And at 3 year intervals thereafter. D. And when changes occur in visual acuity.

A. And at 1 year intervals thereafter.

The General Examination is intended to cover: A. Basic test principles of the method. B. Only the material included in the training course outlines of SNTC-1A. C. The equipment operational capabilities of the candidate. D. The operating procedures that the candidate may encounter in his job.

A. Basic test principles of the method.

Cp-189 requires the NDT Level 111, responsible for administration and grading of NDT examination must: A. Be a holder of a current ASNT Level Ill certificate in the method. B. Be any Level Ill designated as the principal Level Ill. C Be any Level Ill appointed by the employer. D. Be any Level Ill employed by the same company.

A. Be a holder of a current ASNT Level Ill certificate in the method.

CP-189 requires experience records to: A. Be verified for initial and continuing experience. B. Only be addressed for initial certification. C Only be needed if the individual holds a valid employer's Level 111 Certificate. D. Be updated monthly.

A. Be verified for initial and continuing experience.

Which action by an ASNT-certifled Level Ill would be considered a violation of level Ill Code of Ethics? A. Certifying NDT personnel without adequate knowledge of their capabilities. B. Use of a brochure describing their ASNT certifications for purposes of soliciting employment. C Reporting the felony conviction of another ASNT Level Ill while his /her Level Ill certification is valid. D. Expressing an opinion as an expert witness in a court trail concerning matters in which the Level Ill is certified.

A. Certifying NOT personnel without adequate knowledge of their capabilities.

To recertify by application, an ASNT NDT Level Ill must: A. Demonstrate continued NDT activity and Level Ill employment. B. Reexamine prior to their current expiration date. C. Participate in the ASNT Central Certification Program. D. Acquire 25 recertification points since the beginning of the NDT employment.

A. Demonstrate continued NDT activity and Level Ill employment.

In Leak Testing, recommended work time experience and training: A. Differs for each of four major techniques. B. Does not consider different techniques. C Is listed for Levels II and Ill only. D. Is significantly greater than for Ultrasonic Testing.

A. Differs for each of four major techniques.

According to SNT-TC-1A, the NDT instructor: A. Does not have to be qualified as in CP-1 89. B. Must be qualified and as in CP-1 89. C Must be NDT certified level Ill. D. Must be defined in the employer's written practice.

A. Does not have to be qualified as in CP-1 89.

When a level Ill retires, his/her certification in accordance with CP-189: A. Expires. B. Is revoked. C Is suspended. D. Is valid.

A. Expires.

It is recommended that the education and experience of a Level Ill candidate include: A. Graduation from a 4-year university or college with a degree in engineering or science college or university plus 1 years' experience in NDT comparable to that of a Level lII. B. Graduation from a 4-year college or university with a degree in NDT plus 3 months' experience in NDT comparable to that of a Level 11. C 2 years' experience in NDT comparable to that of a Level II if a high school graduate. D. 6 years' experience in NDT if the candidate did note graduate from high school.

A. Graduation from a 4-year university or college with a degree in engineering or science college or university plus 1 years' experience in NDT comparable to that of a Leve lII.

When the near-distance vision acuity examination is given using a Jaeger reading card, it must be given: A. In accordance with a procedure. B. By any company NDT Level Ill. C By medical personnel only. D. Biannually if Jaeger J-1 letters are used.

A. In accordance with a procedure.

For Level Ill Basic Examinations, it is recommended that level II questions also be included. These questions should be: A. Level II type questions based on other applicable NDT Methods. B. Based on Level 11 tasks for the particular Method Examination. C Selected at random from questions previously used on Level II examinations. D. Given only if the candidate is being examined in more than one method.

A. Level II type questions based on other applicable NDT Methods.

Which qualification is addressed in CP-189 but not SN-TC-1A? A. NDT Instructor. B. Understudy. C Professional Level Ill. 0. NDT Manager.

A. NDT Instructor.

If a Level II candidate wishes to use a 40 hour NDT Training Course for qualification towards CP-189 certification, they must: A. Pass a final exam. B. Sign an attendance sheet C Record dates, times, course outline and instructor. D. Receive a certificate signed by the instructor.

A. Pass a final exam.

The recommended trai ning course outline includes: A. Technical principles of the method. B. Review of API 1104 requirements. C Review of ASTM guidelines. D. Review of interpretation requirements in ASME 831.3.

A. Technical principles of the method.

Automatic termination of certification is recommended when the certified individual: A. Terminates employment with the employer where certified. B. Is tempora rily assigned to different job function. C. Takes a leave of absence greater than 30 days. D. Achieves a higher level of certification.

A. Terminates employment with the employer where certified.

Which of the following parts of Level I and Level II examinations should be written? A. The General and Specific B. The General and Practical. C. The General, Specific and Practical. D. Only the General.

A. The General and Specific

According to the recommendations of SNT-TC-1A, which of the following is true concerning a Trainee's activities? A. The Trainee may not conduct nondestructive test independently and may not report test results. B. The Trainee may not conduct nondestructive tests independently, but may interpret test results if acting under written instructions. C. The Trainee should work along with a certified individual and may be considered a Level I, provided that the certified individual co-signs any test reports. D. Once the Trainee has worked along with a certified individual, the Trainee may then independently perform any activities as directed by the certified individual.

A. The Trainee may not conduct nondestructive test independently and may not report test results.

A certified Level Ill individual terminates his or her employment with employer A and is immediately employed be employer B. Employer B may certify the individual as Level Ill based upon which of the following? A. The employer must examine the individual. B. The employer must examine the individual if he or she has not been working as a Level Ill during the past six months. C. The employer may recertify the individ ual to Level 111, but only after 6 months of satisfactory service. D. The employer may certify the individual to Level Ill in accordance with their written practice.

A. The employer must examine the individual.

If an employer chooses to increase the number of question for a specific examination over the recommended number in SNT-TC-1 A, which of the following meets the recommendations of SNT-TC-1 A? A. The employer's written practice should state the number of questions that are required. B. SNT-TC-1 A wi ll not allow a modification regarding the quantity of questions. C. The employer is free to modify the number of questions only in the General examination and must maintain the exact number of questions in the Specific examination. D. Only ASNT approved written practice shall be acceptable when the recommendations of SNT-TC-l A are not met.

A. The employer's written practice should state the number of questions that are required

Which of the following statements is true concerning the definitions of Trainee, Level I, II and Il l in SNT-TC-JA? A. The qualifications for Level Ill equal and exceed those of Level II. B. SNT-TC-1 A was intended for use by employers to determine the proficiency of individuals at each level. C Except for a provision for a Trainee, Levels I, II and Ill may not be further subdivided. Level Ills may not perform Level II functions unless they pass Level II examinations. D. A Trainee may perform all of the functions of a Level I if fo llowing written instructions.

A. The qualifications for Level Ill equal and exceed those of Level II.

What factors are to be considered to ensure that a candidate for certification in NDT understands the principles and procedures involved? A. Training, experience and education. B. Training, experience and prior certifications held. C Education, experience and percentage of time on the job doing NDT D. Training, experience and professional credentials.

A. Training, experience and education.

ANST intended that the recommendations of SNT-TC-1A be applied: A. With fiexibility and reason. B. Precisely as written. C. As minimum requirements. D. As maximum requirements.

A. With fiexibility and reason.

The SNT-TC-1A Interpretation Panel will respond to inquiries about SNT-TC-1A. The inquiry must be: A. Written and stated in general terms. B. Written including specific details of the case, e.g., manes, places, dates and other pertinent facts. C. Considered by the ASNT Board of Directors if it involves decisions that would place ASNT in a position between buyer and seller. D. Ruled upon by the Technical and Education Council of ASNT before the SNHC-1 A Interpre tation Panel prepares a response

A. Written and stated in general terms.

In accordance with SNT-TC-1 A, certification is defined as indicating that a person has: A. Written testimony verifying their qualification in a method. B. Documented training and experience in a method which meets their written practice. C Skills and knowledge adequate to sit for more exam in a particu lar method. D. Been qualified in a method for a minimum period of 6 months.

A. Written testimony verifying their qualification in a method.

May a Level I independently perform, evaluate and sign for results of nondestructive tests with supervision and guidance form a Level II or Ill? A. Yes, the intent in SNHC-1 A is that the Level I may perform the above functions provided that they are in accordance with written instruction of a Level Ill. B. No, the Level I may perform the above functions in accordance with written procedures, but must be under constant supervision and guidance of a Level II or Level Ill. C. No, the Level I may not sign for test results. D. No, the Level I is not allowed to take any independent action.

A. Yes, the intent in SNHC-1 A is that the Level I may perform the above functions provided that they are in accordance with written instruction of a Level Ill.

If a certification program is to meet the minimum recommendations of SNT-TC-1 A, do the following NDT Level II examination scores meet the minimum recommendations? (General 72%, Specific 78%, and Practi cal 90%) A. Yes. B. No. the minimum passing grade for any examination is 80%. C. No. the general exam score is less than 75%. D. No. the composite score is less than 80%.

A. Yes.

To meet Cp-189, what MT test techniques must be satisfactorily demonstrated in a Level I practical examination in order to qualify and individual whose job will require performing both bench and yoke examinations? A. Either bench or yoke tests wi ll qualify for both techniques. B. Bench tests will qualify the candidate for both techniques. C. Performance based exams are not a requirement or certification. D. Bench and yoke tests must each be demonstrated.

B. Bench tests will qualify the candidate for both techniques.

ASNT NDT Level Ill certification is a requirement of: A SNT-TC-1A. B. CP-189. C CP-1 06. D. Both SNT-TC-1A and CP-189.

B. CP-189.

For Level I and Level II Practical Examinations, one or more test specimens are recommended and the examinee should perform tests and evaluations using the appropriate equipment and test specimens. The minimum number of different checkpoints recommended is: A. 5. B. 10. C. 15. D. 20.

B. 10.

Which of the following may conduct and grade examinations for Level I and Level II personnel? A. An NDT Level Ill B. A selected representative of the NDT Level Ill. C. ASNT personnel because they offer examinations on regular basis. D. The company president.

B. A selected representative of the NDT Level Ill.

Which of the fol lowing is recommended by SNT-TC-1 A for the Level 111 certification? A. Two years experience in NDT comparable to that of a NDT Level II if a high school graduate in each method they are certifying to. B. Graduated from a four-year engineering or science curriculum from a college or university plus one year experience in NDT comparable to that of a NDT Level II C. Graduated from a two year vocational or junior college with the required number of train ing hours listed for both NOT Level I and NDT Level II and NOT experience comparable to that of a NDT Level III D Five years experience in NOT if the candidate did not graduate from high school

B. Graduated from a four-year engineering or science curriculum from a college or university plus one year experience in NDT comparable to that of a NDT Level II

Recommended training reference material. A. Is avai lable only through ASNT Tracking B. Is available from a variety of sources. C. Can only include those references listed. D. Must be made available to each trainee.

B. Is available from a variety of sources.

Companies issuing SNT-TC-1 A certificates should revoke any NDT certification when the employee: A. Does field work at a temporary job site. B. Is terminated. C Takes more than one (1) month leave of absence. D. Does not perform in the NDT method where certified for six (6) continues weeks.

B. Is terminated.

The Practical Examination is recommended to include operational familiarity with test equipment and analysis of test results for: A. Levels I, II and Ill. B. Levels I and II. C. Levels II and Ill. D. Trainees, Level I and Level II.

B. Levels I and II

The Practical Examination shall address the technical and practical competency of the examinee when following prepared NDT procedures for: A. Level I, II and NDT Instructor. B. Levels I and II C Corporate Level Ills. D. All levels of qualification

B. Levels I and II

ASNT NDT Level Il l certification: A. Immediately qualifies a certificate holder to act as the employer's Level Ill. B. Makes an individual potentially eligible to become an employer's Level Ill. C. Permits the individual to function as an independent Level Ill without further documentation. D. Only applies when recognized by some requirements document

B. Makes an individual potentially eligible to become an employer's Level Ill.

Records substantiating qualification are recommended to be kept on a: A Daily or weekly basis. B. Monthly or hourly basis. C. Fractional yearly basis. D. Fractional hourly basis.

B. Monthly or hourly basis.

A requirement for CP-189 Level Ill certification is that the candidate: A. Must pass a basic, method and specific written examination administered by the employer. B. Must possess a current valid ASNT NDT Level Ill Certificate in the applicable method. C Must possess documentation verifying (5) years of experience in the applicable test method. D. Must pass a basic, method, and specific examination administered by ASNT

B. Must possess a current valid ASNT NDT Level III Certificate in the applicable method.

According to SNT-TC-1A, which of the following is not true for a Level Ill? A. Shall be capable of assisting in establishment of acceptance criteria. B. Must train and examine the Level I and II personnel in his or her organization C. Should be familiar with other commonly used NDT methods. D. Shall be capable of establishing techniques and selecting of test methods.

B. Must train and examine the Level I and II personnel in his or her organization

Which of the fo llowing statements is true concerning recertification? A. Recertification can be accomplished only by reexamination at least once every three years B. Recertification can be based upon evidence of continuing satisfactory performance. C. Once certified to a particular level, certification can only be terminated if the certified individual terminates employment with the certifying employer. D. Reexamination of a certified individual can be accomplished only after every three years at a particular level.

B. Recertification can be based upon evidence of continuing satisfactory performance

An ASNT Level 111, looking for employment, alters his certificate and is reported to ASNT Headquarters. ASNT Headquarters would most li kely: A. Refer the incident to the Level Ill's local ASNT section. B. Refer the incident to the ASNT Certification Management Council Ethics Subcommittee. C Void the Level Ill's certificate permanently. D. Suspend the Level Ill's certificate until a fi nal decision is made by the National Certification Board.

B. Refer the incident to the ASNT Certification Management Council Ethics Subcommittee.

If an outside agency is engaged to provide Level 111 services, the: A. Written practice of the outside agency pertains, and it is not necessary for the employer that uses the outside services to have a written practice. B. Responsibility of certification must be retained by the employer utilizing outside services. C Employer utilizing outside services must nonetheless have a Level Ill in direct employment. D. Outside agency may certify the personnel of the employer utilizing outside services.

B. Responsibility of certification must be retained by the employer utilizing outside services.

When an employer has more than one NDT Level Ill in a specific method, CP-189 requires: A. That the senior Level III be designated by the employer as the principal NDT Level Ill for the method. B. That the employer designated a principal NDT Level Ill for the method. C That the senior NDT Ill take precedence. 0. That the employer designate one company NDT Level Ill.

B. That the employer designated a principal NDT Level Ill for the method.

In accordance with SNT-TC-1A, who is responsible for establishing a written practice for the control and administration of NDT personnel train ing, examination and certification? A. The NDT Level Ill. B. The employer. C ASNT D. An appropriate regulatory authority.

B. The employer.

Which of the following is true regarding NDT Level Ill Practical Examinations? A. This examination requirement may be waived if the candidate holds a currently valid ASNT Level Ill certificate. B. The exam administrator must hold a valid ASNT Level Ill certification in the applicable test method. C The use of a written checklist may be used at the discretion of the administrator. D. Exam administration may be delegated to any authorized representative by the employer.

B. The exam administrator must hold a valid ASNT Level Ill certification in the applicable test method.

Who should be responsible to assess whether or not an individual should be qualified and certified who does not perform NDT, but monitors and evaluates NDT? A. ASNT B. The individual's employer. C A government regulatory agency D. The customer's auditor.

B. The individual's employer.

The recommended number of training hours in a particular method are: A. Listed as a function of the candidate's education. B. The same regardless of the candidate's education. C. Listed as a function of the candidate's experience. D. Reduced if the candidate is being qualified in more than one method simultaneously

B. The same regardless of the candidate's education.

SNT-TC- 7A is intended as a guideline for employers: A. To establish their own written practice that must be used as a strict specification. B. To establish their own written practice for the qualification and certification of their NDT personnel. C To define training course requirements for contractors performing outside training services. D. Who are corporate members of ASNT

B. To establish their own written practice for the qualification and certification of their NDT personnel.

To be eligible to sit for the ASNT NDT Level Il l exams, a candidate with two years of passing grades in engineering or science study at a university or technical school must have: A. One additional year of experience beyond the Level II requirements in NDT in an assignment comparable to that of an NDT Level II in the applicable NDT method(s) B. Two additional years of experience beyond the Level II requirements in NDT in an assignment at least comparable to that of NDT Level in the applicable NDT method(s). C. Four years of experience beyond the Level II requirements in NDT in an assignment at least comparable to that of an NDT Level II in the applicable NDT method(s). D. One additional year of experience beyond the Level II requirements in NDT in an assignment comparable to that of an NDT Level II and an additional 20 hours of classroom training in the applicable test method(s).

B. Two additional years of experience beyond the Level II requirements in NDT in an assignment at least comparable to that of NDT Level in the applicable NDT method(s).

SNT-TC-1 A recommends that an individual in the process of being qualified to Liquid Penetrant NDT Level I should: A. Perform calib ration and evaluations. B. Work with a NDT Level I and Level II PT person. C Report results of PT inspections. D. Interpret applicable codes and standards.

B. Work with a NDT Level I and Level II PT person.

Certification is: A. The skill, training and experience required for personnel to properly perform the duties of a specific job. B. Written testimony of qualification. C. Intended to be conferred by an organization independent from the employer. D. Intended to be conferred by an organization hired by the employer.

B. Written testimony of qualification.

The recommended maximum recertification interval in SNT-TC-1 A for a Level 111 is: A. 3 years. B. 4 years. C 5 years. D. 6 years.

C 5 years.

SNT-TC-1 A recommends a trainee shou ld obtain work experience by working with: A. An ASNT Level Ill only. B. A SNT-TC-1A Level Ill only. C A certified individual. D. Any of the above.

C A certified individual.

According to SNT-TC-1A and NDT Level Ill individual should: A. Be knowledgeable about all international as well as domestic certification programs. B. Be certified to at least Level II in another method. C Be capable of developing, qualifying, and approving procedures. D. Have a least 5 years experience in the NDT method he is seeking certification.

C Be capable of developing, qualifying, and approving procedures.

Which of the following is not within the scope of activities of a Level II individual, as recommended in SNT-TC-1 A? A. Calib rate equipment. B. Prepare written instructions. C Establish techniques. D. Provide training

C Establish techniques.

One requirement of CP-189 for instructors is: A. Have 5 or more years of experience as an NDT Level II. B. Have academic credentia ls at least equivalent to 2 years associate degree in engineering. C Have 10 or more years of experience as a Level II in the method they instruct. D. Be designated by an ASNT Level Ill in that method.

C Have 10 or more years of experience as a Level II in the method they instruct.

When certifying NDT Level Ill personnel to SNT-TC-1A, the employer: A. Must include practical examination as part of the certification requirements. B. Must administer all written examinations. C May accept an ASNT Level III certification to satisfy part of the qualification requirements. D. May give oral examination in lieu of written examinations.

C May accept an ASNT Level III certification to satisfy part of the qualification requirements.

For individuals with only a high school education, the number of training hours recommended by SNT-TC-1 A: A. Should be increased by 25 percent over the requirements for those with a 4 year technical degree. B. May not be altered from those published. C May be adjusted to refiect the candidate's actual education level. D. SNT-TC-1A is not applicable to those with education levels of less than a high school equivalent.

C May be adjusted to refiect the candidate's actual education level

In certification of Level Ill personnel according to the recommendations of SNT-TC-1A, the employer: A. Must give written examinations. B. Must give General and Speci fic examinations. C May delete the Specific Examination. D. Can waive written examinations if oral examinations are given in their place.

C May delete the Specific Examination.

A level Ill certified to SNT-TC- l A, should have a general familiarity with: A. All methods listed in SNT-TC-1 A. B. Fracture mechanics. C Other appropriate NOT methods. D. NDT methods required in ISO 9712.

C Other appropriate NDT methods

The ASNT Level 111 certificate: A. Is re-issued when rehired by a new employer. B. Is terminated when employment is terminated if requested by company. C Remains valid when employment is terminated. D. Replaces the requirement for employer's written practice.

C Remains valid when employment is terminated.

CP-189 states, when a candidate for certification is working in the two methods of NDT: A. The candidate must meet the required total hours in NDT for both method only. B. The candidate must meet the required minimum hours in each specified method only. C The candidate must meet the required minimum hours in each method and the total hours in NDT for the method requiring the most total hours. D. The candidate must meet both the required minimum hours in each method and total hours in NDT for both methods.

C The candidate must meet the required minimum hours in each method and the total hours in NDT for the method requiring the most total hours.

In the certification of a company's personnel to SNT-TC-1 A, the employer must assure NDT personnel have been qualified in accordance with: A. All industry specific qualification specification. B. The customer's certification program. In the certification of a company's personnel to SNT-TC-1 A, the employer must assure NDT personnel have been qualified in accordance with: C The certifying company's written practice. D. All requirements of SNT-TC-1 A.

C The certifying company's written practice.

The following is a statement in SNT-TC-1A: "It is recognized that these guidelines may not be appropriate for certain employers; circumstances and/or applications ." What should be done if the guidelines are not appropriate? A. The employer must change its operations to conform to the guidelines. B. The employer must see relief from ASNT for inappropriate applications. C The employer should review the detailed recommendations and modify them, as necessary, to meet its particular needs. D. The employer shall submit an inquiry in writing directed to the SNT-TC-1A Interpretation Panel.

C The employer should review the detailed recommendations and modify them, as necessary, to meet its particular needs.

Of the following, which is most appropriate to determine the needs to qualify and certify personnel whose only NDT function is to operate digital thickness equipment? A ASNT B. ASME. C The employer. D. The customer.

C The employer.

For a person being qualified directly to Level II with no time at Level I, the recommended experience consists of: A. The time recommended for Level II. B. The time recommended for Level Il l. C The sum of times recommended for Level I and Level II. D. Not less than 6 months for any method.

C The sum of times recommended for Level I and Level II

The responsibility for compliance with SNT-TC-1A lies with: A. The ASNT Certification Board. B. The state licenses and inspections department. C This is not addressed in SNT-TC-1A. D. The company requiring the certification.

C This is not addressed in SNT-TC-1 A.

What purpose is best served by maintaining certification records and the written practice? A For periodic approval by ASNT B. To determine the effectiveness of outside services. C To provide documentation for review by customer, clients, and regulatory agencies D. To protect against product liability claims.

C To provide documentation for review by customer, clients, and regulatory agencies

In accordance with SNT-TC-1A, the NOT Level 111 should be respons ible for: A. Ensuring Level II personnel examine Level I personnel. B. Interpretation of all test results obtained by Level II personnel. C. All questions to be used on examinations for Level I and Level II. D. Writing all company standard operating procedures.

C. All questions to be used on examinations for Level I and Level 11.

For the written examinations, tab les, graphs, and charts may be used: A. Only during Level I examinations. B. Only during Level II examinations. C. During all examinations. D. Only for the Level II practical examination.

C. During all examinations.

It is recommended that a training program for qualification and certification purposes should include: A. One-on-one practical instruction by the Level Il l. B. Training applicable to all industries where the method is used. C Examinations to verify that the training material has been comprehended. D. A practical examination to verify that the training material has been comprehended.

C. Examinations to verify that the training material has been comprehended

As required in ANSl/ASNT CP-189, Level I Practical examinations are intended to be: A. Given by the employer's Level Ill B. Passed only if all predefined discontinuities are detected and evaluated. C. Given using one or more test samples for each technique. D. Given using one or more test samples for each method.

C. Given using one or more test samples for each technique.

Use of SNT-TC- 7 A is mandatory when: A. The material being tested is for a U S. Air Force contract T B. The material being used is for a U S. Navy contract C. It has been specified by the customer. D. The material being tested is for a U.S. Army contract which requires certification of NDT personnel.

C. It has been specified by the customer.

The basic levels of qualification recommended by SNT-TC-JA are: A. Trainee, Level I, Level II, Level Ill. B. Trainee, Apprentice, Level I, Level II, Level Ill. C. Level I, Level II, Level Ill. D. Level I, Level II, Level Il l, Instructor.

C. Level I, Level II, Level Ill.

The employer can consider an individual to be qualified to Level Ill, but only if he or she: A. Takes a comprehensive written examination. B. Has in excess of 5 years' experience comparable to a Level II. C. Meets the requirements of the employer's written practice. D. Has taken the ASNT NDT Level Ill Basic and at least one of the Method examinations.

C. Meets the requirements of the employer's written practice.

In accordance with ASNl/ASNT CP-189 (2011 ), and NDT Level 111: A. Shall be responsible for grading all Level I and Level II certification examinations. B. Must prepare all training materials for NDT Level I and Level II personnel. C. Must approve all questions to be used on examinations for Level I and Level II. D. Must administer all Level I and II written examinations.

C. Must approve all questions to be used on examinations for Level I and Level II.

High school education is recommended as a minimum requirement for: A. Level Ill only. B. Level II and Level Ill only. C. None of the levels. D. All three levels.

C. None of the levels.

As recommended in SNT-TC- 1A, physical examination requirements are intended to be: A. The same for all methods. Tracking B. The same for all employers. C. Related to each employer's specific needs. D. As specified in applicable sections of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.

C. Related to each employer's specific needs

The responsibility of each level of certification for determining the acceptability of materials or components: A. Need not be described in the employer's written practice since those responsibilities are defined specifically in SNT-TC-1 A. B. Should be described in the employer's written practice only if they are different from SNT-TC-1A recommendations. C. Should be described in the employer's written practice under all circumstances. D. Should be described in the employer's written practice if dictated by customer requirements.

C. Should be described in the employer's written practice under all circumstances.

Questions and answers available from ASNT are intended for use in compiling: A. The General Examination only. B. The Specific, Practical and General examinations. C. The Basic and Method examinations. D. The General, Basic and Method examinations.

C. The Basic and Method examinations

For Level I and II examinations, the recommended minimum composite score is: A. 60 percent. B. 90 percent. C. 70 percent D. 80 percent.

D. 80 percent.

Which of the following statement is not true? A. Certification is written testimony of qualification. B. Qualification is the skill, training and experience required for personnel to properly perform the duties of a specific job. C. The employer is the corporate or private entity that employs personnel for wages or salary. D. A certifying agency is any organization used by an employer in training NDT personnel.

D. A certifying agency is any organization used by an employer in training NDT personnel

Level 111 recertification in accordance with Cp-189 requires: A. Written method examinations every 5 years. B. Written basic examinations every five years. C Specific examinations every five years. D. A current ASNT NOT Level Ill certificate in the same method.

D. A current ASNT NDT Level III certificate in the same method.

The employer is responsible for certification of: A. Level I and Level II NDT personnel. B. Level Il l personnel only. C. Outside services. D. All levels of NDT personnel.

D. All levels of NDT personnel.

According to written instructions, an NDT Level I may be qualified to perform: A. Specific calibrations. B. Specific nondestructive tests. C. Specific evaluations. D. All of the above, and write reports of test results.

D. All of the above, and write reports of test results.

A CP-189 certification procedure shall be: A. Approved by a level 111. B. Written by a Level Ill. C Only written by an employer-designate Level Ill. D. Approved be the employer's designated Level Ill.

D. Approved be the employer's designated Level Ill

Recommended training course outlines: A. Are included in CP-105 and must not be modified. B. Are included in the most recent editions of SNT-TC-1 A. C. Are not available for visual and leak testing. D. Are included in CP-105 for the methods listed.

D. Are included in CP-105 for the methods listed.

Which of the following statements is true with regard to the administration of written examinations? A. The examinee should not be permitted access to any reference material. B. Reference data may be supplied for the Practical Examination only. C. Level Ill personnel should be required to memorize everything except codes, specifications and procedures. D. Codes, specifications and procedures may be provided to examinees for reference during examinations provided that they do not contain data that can be used to answer questions in the general examination.

D. Codes, specifications and procedures may be provided to examinees for reference during examinations provided that they do not contain data that can be used to answer questions in the general examination.

Which of the following items would not be needed in the qualification records of a SNTTC-1 A program? A. Method of certification. B. Examination scores and grades of certifying company administered exams. C Training hours completed. D. Copies of last certification company examinations.

D. Copies of last certification company examinations.

In accordance with SNT-TC-1A, specific examinations should include questions which cover: A. Employer's written practice. B. Basic principles of the applicable method. C A random variety of international standards. D. Equipment, operating procedures and NDT techniques that an individual may encounter during specific assignments.

D. Equipment, operating procedures and NDT techniques that an individual may encounter during specific assignments.

To which of the following NDT methods is SNT-TC-1A currently not applicable? A. Visual testing B. Thermal / Infrared testing. C. Acoustic Emissions D. Holographic Testing.

D. Holographic Testing.

The ASNT NDT Level Ill Bas ic Examination covers all of the following except: A. General knowledge of other NDT test methods. Tracking B. Knowledge of SNT-TC-1 A and CP-189 cert ification programs. C. Knowledge of materia ls, fabrication and production technology. D. Knowledge of international certification programs

D. Knowledge of international certification programs

As recommended in SNT-TC-7A, a Level II: A. May conduct on-the-job training and guidance of Level I personnel, with the Level I training and guiding Trainees. B. Is responsible for the training and examination of level I personnel for certification. C Must be capable of and responsib le for establishing techniques. D. May conduct on-the-job training and guidance of Level I personnel.

D. May conduct on-the-job training and guidance of Level I personnel.

With regard to the training of NDT personnel, the employer: A. Must conduct all of the training on the premises. B. May engage an outside service who must conduct the training on the employer's premises. C. Should not conduct the training, being too close to the company's problems. D. May engage an outside service but is, nevertheless, responsible for the certification of the company's NDT personnel.

D. May engage an outside service but is, nevertheless, responsible for the certification of the company's NDT personnel.

A company's written practice, according to SNT-TC-1A, should include the: A. Background and title of the designated certifying agent of the employer. B. Specific codes, standards, specification and procedures to be used with the practice in question. C Procedures that are used in evaluating materials and components in accordance with specific codes, standards, and specifications. D. Responsibility of each level of certification for determining the acceptability of materials and components.

D. Responsibility of each level of certification for determining the acceptability of materials and components.

Which of the following statements is true concerning the usage of the SNT-TC- 1A? A. SNT-TC-1A is intended for use by a limited set of industrial segments. B. SNT-TC-1A was generated to satisfy the specification requirements of ASME. C. SNT-TC-1A was last revised in 1988. D. SNT-TC-1 A is not intended to be used as a strict specification.

D. SNT-TC-1 A is not intended to be used as a strict specification.

As recommended in SNT-TC-7A, which of the following is true? A. Overtime cannot be considered in meeting the minimum experience. B. Overtime can only be considered if the candidate is being qualified in more than one method simultaneously. C Overtime can be credited based on total hours. D. SNT-TC-1 A does not currently provide a recommendation regarding overtime.

D. SNT-TC-1A does not currently provide a recommendation regarding overtime.

In some cases, the training times recommended for Level I are greater than Level II. Why? A. In preparing for qualification at Level I, the candidate should always receive more training than for Level II, regardless of the NDT method. B. Some numbers in the table are erroneous. C Candidates for Level 11 generally have more formal education that those for Level I. D. Some methods require more initial training at Level I because of differences in complexity and manipulative skills.

D. Some methods require more initial training at Level I because of differences in complexity and manipulative skills.

A currently valid ASNT NDT Level Ill certificate indicates: A. An ASNT Level Ill is authorized to supervise but not perform NDT tasks on behalf of the employer. B. The employer can accept a currently va lid ASNT NDT Level Ill certificate as proof of qualification. C An individual is certified in both NDT and PdM. D. That the certificate holder has satisfied the Basic and Method exam requirements as set forth in SNT-TC-1A.

D. That the certificate holder has satisfied the Basic and Method exam requirements as set forth in SNT-TC-1A.

According to SNT-TC-7A, which of the following is true for a Level Ill? A. A Level Ill must have successfully completed at least two years of science or engineering study at a college or university B. It is desirable that a Level Ill be a registered professional engineer. C. The Level Ill is responsible for establishing all acceptance criteria. D. The Level Ill shall be capable of evaluating test results in terms of codes, standards and specifications.

D. The Level Ill shall be capable of evaluating test results in terms of codes, standards and specifications.

Should personnel that operate ultrasonic digital thickness measurement equipment be qualified and certified? A. Yes, because SNT-TC-lA requires that all personnel performing NDT be qualified and certified. B. No, because SNT-TC-1 A does not cover that specific operation. C Only if required by industry codes, standards, and specifications. D. Whether any NDT personnel should be qualified and certified depends solely upon the needs of the employer and requirements of the employer's customers or clientele.

D. Whether any NDT personnel should be qualified and certified depends solely upon the needs of the employer and req uirements of the employer's customers or clientele

Which statement is true regarding SNT-TC-1 A trainees? They should: A. Not perform tests on production material. B. Have potential for NDT Level II Certification. C Report test results to an NDT Level II. D. Work with a certified individual.

D. Work with a certified ind ividual.