SNT-TC-1A Questions

b. responsibility of certification must be retained by the employer utilizing outside services.

If an outside agency is engaged to provide Level III 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 III in direct employment. d. outside agency may certify the personnel of the employer utilizing outside services.

a. differs for each of four major techniques.

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 III only. d. is significantly greater than for ultrasonic testing.

c. Annually.

How often should the near-vision acuity examination be administered? a. Semiannually. b. At five-year intervals. c. Annually. d. Once only, upon initial certification.

d. Holographic testing.

9. To which of the following NDT methods is SNT-TC-1A currently not applicable? a. Visual testing. b. Thermal/infrared testing. c. Acoustic emission testing. d. Holographic testing.

a. The employer must examine the individual.

A certified Level III individual terminates his or her employment with employer A and is immediately employed by employer B. Employer B may certify the individual as Level III 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 III during the past six months. c. The employer may recertify the individual to Level III, but only after 6 months of satisfactory service. d. The employer may certify the individual to Level III in accordance with their written practice.

a. with flexibility and reason.

ASNT intended that the recommendations of SNT-TC-1A be applied: a. with flexibility and reason. b. precisely as written. C. as minimum requirements. d. as maximum requirements.

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

According to SNT-TC-1A, which of the following is not true for a Level III? a. Should 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. Should be capable of establishing techniques and selecting of test methods.

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

According to SNT-TC-1A, which of the following is true for a Level III? A. A Level III 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 III be a registered professional engineer. c. The Level III is responsible for establishing all acceptance criteria. d. The Level III shall be capable of evaluating test results in terms of codes, standards, and specifications.

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

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 tests 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.

d. all of the above, and record test results.

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 record test results.

d. may conduct on-the-job training and guidance of Level I personnel.

As recommended in SNT-TC-1A, 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 responsible for establishing techniques. d. may conduct on-the-job training and guidance of Level I personnel.

c. related to each employer's specific needs.

As recommended in SNT-TC-1A, physical examination requirements are intended to be: a. the same for all methods. 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.

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

As recommended in SNT-TC-1A, 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-1A does not currently provide a recommendation regarding overtime.

a. terminates employment with the employer where certified.

Automatic termination of certification is recommended when the certified individual: a. terminates employment with the employer where certified. b. is temporarily assigned to a different job function. C. takes a leave of absence greater than 30 days. d. achieves a higher level of certification.

b. written testimony of qualification.

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.

d. 80 percent.

For Level I and II examinations, the recommended minimum composite score is: a. 60 percent. b. 90 percent. c. 70 percent. d. 80 percent.

b. 10.

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. с. 15. d. 20.

a. Level II type questions based on other applicable NDT methods.

For Level III 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 II 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.

c. the sum of the times recommended for Level I and Level II.

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 III. c. the sum of the times recommended for Level I and Level II. d. not less than 6 months for method. any

c. during all examinations.

For the written examinations, tables, 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. none of the levels.

High school education is recommended as a minimum requirement for: a. Level III only. b. Level II and Level III only. C. none of the levels. d. all three levels.

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

In accordance with SNT-TC-1A, the NDT Level III should be responsible 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.

b. The employer.

In accordance with SNT-TC-1A, who is responsible for establishing a written practice for the control and administration of NDT personnel training, examination, and certification? a. The NDT Level III. b. The employer. c. ASNT. d. An appropriate regulatory authority.

c. may delete the Specific Examination.

In certification of Level III personnel according to the recommendations of SNT-TC-1A, the employer: a. must give written examinations. b. must give General and Specific examinations. c. may delete the Specific Examination. d. can waive written examinations if oral examinations are given in their place.

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

In some cases, the training times recommended for Level I are greater than for 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 II generally have more formal education than those for Level I. d. Some methods require more initial training at Level I because of differences in complexity and manipulative skills.

c. examinations to verify that the training material has been comprehended.

It is recommended qualification and certification that a training program for purposes should include: a. one-on-one b. training applicable to all industries practical instruction by the Level III. 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.

graduation from a 4-year university or college 1 year's experience in NDT comparable to that with a degree in engineering or science plus of a Level II.

It is recommended that the education and experience of a Level III candidate include: a. graduation from a 4-year university or college 1 year's experience in NDT comparable to that with a degree in engineering or science plus of a Level II. 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 II. 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 not graduate from high school.

a. Yes, the intent in SNT-TC-1A is that the Level I may perform the above functions provided that they are in accordance with written instruction of a Level II or III.

May a Level I independently perform, evaluate, and sign for results of nondestructive tests with supervision and guidance from a Level II or III? a. Yes, the intent in SNT-TC-1A is that the Level I may perform the above functions provided that they are in accordance with written instruction of a Level II or III. 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 III. c. No, the Level I may not sign for test results. d. No, the Level I is not allowed to take any independent action.

c. The employer.

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.

d. the General, Basic, and Method examinations.

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.

d. are included in CP-105 for the methods listed.

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-1A. c. are not available for visual and leak testing. d. are included in CP-105 for the methods listed.

b. is available from a variety of sources.

Recommended training reference material: a. is available only through ASNT. b. is available from a variety of sources. C. can only include those references listed in CP-105. d. must be made available to each Trainee.

b. hourly basis.

Records substantiating training and experience for qualification are recommended to be kept on a(n): a. daily or weekly basis. b. hourly basis. c. fractional yearly basis. d. fractional hourly basis.

b. to establish their own written practice for the qualification and certification of their NDT personnel.

SNT-TC-1A 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.

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

Should personnel that operate ultrasonic digital thickness measurement equipment be qualified and certified? a. Yes, because SNT-TC-1A requires that all personnel performing NDT be qualified and certified. b. No, because SNT-TC-1A 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 the requirements of the employer's customers or clientele.

a. basic test principles of the method.

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 SNT-TC-1A. c. the equipment operational capabilities of the candidate. d. the operating procedures that the candidate may encounter in the job.

b. Levels I and II.

The Practical Examination is recommended to include operational familiarity with test equipment and analysis of test results for: a. Levels I, II, and III. b. Levels I and II. c. Levels II and III. d. Trainees, Level I, and Level II.

a. written and stated in general terms.

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., names, 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 SNT-TC-1A Interpretation Panel prepares a response.

c. Level I, Level II, and Level III. (NDT is required before these.)

The basic levels of qualification recommended by SNT-TC-1A are: a. Trainee, Level I, Level II, and Level III. b. Trainee, Apprentice, Level I, Level II, and Level III. c. Level I, Level II, and Level III. d. Level II, I, Level II, Level III, and Instructor.

c. meets the requirements of the employer's written practice.

The employer can consider an individual to be qualified to Level III, 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 III Basic and at least one of the Method examinations.

d. all levels of NDT personnel.

The employer is responsible for certification of: a. Level I and Level II NDT personnel. b. Level III personnel only. c. outside services. d. all levels of NDT personnel.

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

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 seek 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.

b. the same regardless of the candidate's education.

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.

a. technical principles of the method.

The recommended training 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 B31.3.

c. should be described in the employer's written practice under all circumstances.

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-1A. 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. it has been specified by the customer.

Use of SNT-TC-1A is mandatory when: a. the material being tested is for a U.S. Air Force contract. b. the material being tested 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 that requires certification of NDT personnel.

a. Training, experience, and education.

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.

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

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. Establish techniques.

Which of the following is not within the scope of activities of a Level II individual, as recommended in SNT-TC-1A? a. Calibrate equipment. b. Prepare written reports. c. Establish techniques. d. Provide training.

b. A qualified representative of the NDT Level III

Which of the following may conduct and grade examinations for Level I and Level II personnel? a. An NDT Level II. b. A qualified representative of the NDT Level III. C. ASNT personnel because they offer examinations on a regular basis. d. The company president.

a. The General and Specific.

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.

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

Which of the following statements 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.

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

Which of the following 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 three years at a particular level.

a. The qualifications for Level III equal and exceed those of Level II.

Which of the following statements is true concerning the definitions of Trainee, Level I, II and III in SNT-TC-1A? a. The qualifications for Level III equal and exceed those of Level II. b. SNT-TC-1A 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 III may not be further subdivided. Level IIIS 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 following written instructions.

d. SNT-TC-IA is not intended to be used as a strict specification.

Which of the following statements is true concerning usage the of 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-IA was last revised in 1988. d. SNT-TC-IA is not intended to be used as a strict specification.

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 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 III 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.

b. SNT-TC-1A was first published in the late 1960s.

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

b. The individual's employer.

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.

d. may engage an outside service but is, nevertheless, responsible for the certification of the company's NDT 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.