WELDENG 4301
Transcript Abbreviation:
NDE
Course Description:
Main concepts of Nondestructive Evaluation of materials as applied to inspections of joints and structures; principles of conventional methods and their capabilities and limitations.
Course Levels:
Undergraduate (1000-5000 level)
Designation:
Required
General Education Course:
(N/A)
Cross-Listings:
(N/A)
Credit Hours (Minimum if “Range”selected):
3.00
Max Credit Hours:
(N/A)
Select if Repeatable:
Off
Maximum Repeatable Credits:
(N/A)
Total Completions Allowed:
(N/A)
Allow Multiple Enrollments in Term:
No
Course Length:
14 weeks (autumn or spring)
12 weeks (summer only)
Off Campus:
Never
Campus Location:
Columbus
Instruction Modes:
In Person (75-100% campus; 0-24% online)
Prerequisites and Co-requisites:
Prereq: 4201, and enrollment as a WeldEng-BS major; or permission of instructor.
Electronically Enforced:
No
Exclusions:
Not open to students with credit for 631.
Course Goals / Objectives:
Achieve basic understanding of main concepts and aims of nondestructive evaluation (NDE)
Learn theoretical principles of NDE methods and their capabilities and limitations
Learn applications of nondestructive material evaluation.
Learn to apply NDE for joint inspections
Obtain some basic laboratory experience with nondestructive evaluation methods
Check if concurrence sought:
No
Contact Hours:
| Topic | LEC | REC out-of-class | REC in-class | Weekly LAB out-of-class | Weekly LAB in-class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to NDE. | 1.5 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Introduction to Ultrasonic Testing. | 1.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Physical Principles of Ultrasonic. | 3.5 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Reflection and transmission of ultrasonic waves. | 4.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Ultrasonic Transducers. Ultrasonic laboratory. | 3.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 3.0 | 0 |
| Ultrasonic testing methods. Laboratory. | 3.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 3.0 | 0 |
| Introduction to radiography. | 1.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Generation of X-rays. | 3.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Radiation attenuation. | 3.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| X-Ray Films. | 2.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Selection of Exposure Parameters. Radiographyc laboratory. | 1.5 | 0.0 | 0 | 3.0 | 0 |
| Factors affecting quality of radiographs . | 2.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Image quality indicators. | 1.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Radiographs of welds and different radiographic techniques. | 2.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Gamma Rays | 2.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Real-Time Radiography | 1.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Magnetic particle testing fundamentals. | 1.5 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Physical principles of magnetization and inspection. Magnetic particle testing laboratory. | 2.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 3.0 | 0 |
| Liquid penetrant testing. Liquid penetrant testing laboratory. | 1.5 | 0.0 | 0 | 3.0 | 0 |
| Total | 39.5 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 0 |
Grading Plan:
Letter Grade
Course Components:
Lecture
Lab
Grade Roster Component:
Lecture
Credit by Exam (EM):
No
Grades Breakdown:
| Aspect | Percent |
|---|---|
| Quizzes | 5% |
| Laboratory | 20% |
| MT | 25% |
| Final | 50% |
Representative Textbooks and Other Course Materials:
| Title | Author | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Class notes | S. I. Rokhlin |
ABET-CAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-ETAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-EAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
| Substantial contribution (3-6 hours) | 1 | an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics |
| Some contribution (1-2 hours) | 3 | an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences - pre-2019 EAC SLO (g) |
| Substantial contribution (3-6 hours) | 4 | an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts |
| Substantial contribution (3-6 hours) | 5 | an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives |
| Significant contribution (7+ hours) | 6 | an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions |
| Some contribution (1-2 hours) | 7 | an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies |
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