Non-Destructive Inspection

See the Unseen. Build a Safer Future.

Adult Costs

$3,040

Program Length

17 months

Next Start Date

3/9/2026

Enroll by

February 26th

Location

BDO Campus

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See What Others Can’t: Become an NDI Professional

From the aerospace industry to amusement rides, learn the skills needed to work in the non-destructive inspection field. Find satisfaction in building a career that quietly improves lives and gives you the freedom to work in a variety of industries.

Avg. Salary

$44k

for OTECH Grads

Career Growth

2.00%

by 2032 in Utah

Day in the Life

Each day begins with precision and purpose as you prepare to inspect critical components—often in industries like aerospace, manufacturing, or energy. Using advanced tools, you examine materials and structures for hidden flaws without causing damage. Whether reviewing aircraft wings, pipelines, or welds, accuracy is everything. The job blends hands-on technical work with careful documentation, preventing accidents and ensuring safety.

Career Skills You'll Learn:

Non-Destructive Inspection Theory

Learn the theory behind NDI, including material characteristics and the available testing techniques.

Penetrant Inspection

Learn how to check surface-breaking defects in all non-porous materials.

Magnetic Particle Inspection

Detect surface and shallow subsurface discontinuities in ferromagnetic materials.

Eddy Current Inspection

Use electromagnetic induction to detect and characterize surface and subsurface flaws in conductive materials.

Ultrasonic Inspection

Learn how to use ultrasonic waves to detect internal flaws or to characterize materials.

Radiographic Inspection

Use X-rays or gamma rays to view the internal structure of a component.

Potential Career Paths

NDI Technician (t or e) Level 1

Set up equipment, conduct tests, and report results under the supervision of a Level II or higher technician.

NDI Technician (t or e) Level 2 (further education needed)

Perform and interpret non-destructive tests on materials, components, and structures to identify defects without causing damage.

NDI Technician (t or e) Level 3 (further education needed)

Oversee and manage non-destructive testing programs to ensure the quality and safety of structures and components without causing damage.

Quality Inspector

Examine materials, components, and finished products to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications.

OTECH Partners who hire our Non-Destructive Inspection graduates

Program Overview

Non-destructive inspection technicians work with engineers to define and implement tests that locate and characterize material conditions and flaws that might otherwise cause planes to crash, reactors to fail, trains to derail, pipelines to burst, and a variety of less visible but equally troubling events.

The Non-Destructive Inspection program teaches the primary inspection and testing methods for a variety of materials and products. Students gain a solid understanding of NDI principles and primary NDI testing methods as they pertain to detecting flaws, contamination, or defects without damaging or degrading items being inspected and tested. 

Upon successful completion of the program, students are qualified as a trainee in accordance with American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ANST) Recommended Practice No. SNT-TC-1A (Personnel Qualification and Certification in Nondestructive Testing), CP189, and NAS-410. This is the first step toward certification by an employer.

Classroom Hours
Day: M-F 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Day: M-F 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Eve: T-Th 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Enrollment open to
Adults, High school students

Credit transfer options
Available to view here 

Tuition & Cost

Estimated Adult Tuition and Fees
$3,085.00

Estimated Materials Cost
$671.13

Estimated High School Student Cost
$646.50

Financial Aid Eligibility
Scholarship: Yes
VA: Yes
Pell Grant: Yes

MaterialRequiredNew
Headphones$6.50
General OSHA Online Safety Course$35.00
NDT Online Course Material$600.00
Subtotal of required materials$641.50
TEND 1022 Math I
MaterialRequiredNew
Aleks 6 Week Subscription$29.63
Subtotal of required materials$29.63
TEND 1045 Penetrant Inspection I & II
MaterialRequiredNew
ASNT Liquid Penetrant Testing Classroom Training Book. 2nd. ASNT, ISBN: 978-1-57117-445-1$54.19
Subtotal of required materials$0.00
TEND 1055 Magnetic Particle Inspection I & II
MaterialRequiredNew
ASNT Magnetic Particle Testing Classroom Training Book. 2nd. ASNT, ISBN: 978-1-57117-353-9$54.19
Subtotal of required materials$0.00
TEND 1065 Electromagnetic Inspection I
MaterialRequiredNew
ASNT Electromagnetic Testing Classroom Training Book. 2nd. ASNT, ISBN: 9781571174178$54.19
Subtotal of required materials$0.00
TEND 2065 Electromagnetic Inspection II
MaterialRequiredNew
ASNT Electromagnetic Testing Classroom Training Book. 2nd. ASNT, ISBN: 9781571174178$54.19
Subtotal of required materials$0.00
TEND 1075 Ultrasound Inspection I
MaterialRequiredNew
ASNT Ultrasonic Testing Classroom Training Book. 2nd. ASNT, ISBN: 978-1-57117-345-4$54.19
Subtotal of required materials$0.00
TEND 1086 Radiography Inspection I
MaterialRequiredNew
ASNT Radiographic Testing Classroom Training Book. 2nd. ASNT, ISBN: 978-1-57117-376-8$54.19
Subtotal of required materials$0.00
TEND 2086 Radiography Inspection II
MaterialRequiredNew
ASNT Radiographic Testing Classroom Training Book. 2nd. ASNT, ISBN: 978-1-57117-376-8$54.19
Subtotal of required materials$0.00
TEND 1090 Radiation Safety
MaterialRequiredNew
ASNT Radiographic Testing Classroom Training Book. 2nd. ASNT, ISBN: 978-1-57117-376-8$54.19
Derrick McCain ASNT Study Guide Industrial Radiography Radiation Safety ASNT, ISBN: 978-1-57117-557-1$66.54
Subtotal of required materials$0.00

This program has no admission requirements. You may start your admissions application at any time.

The OTECH Non-Destructive Inspection program has rolling start dates throughout the year. If you are interested in enrolling in the program, please review the application deadlines and program start dates below to ensure a smooth application process.

3/9/2026
  • Demonstrate safe practices when working in the industry.
  • Identify the five primary NDI testing methods.
  • Describe the theory and physics behind each method.
  • Demonstrate proper use of industry equipment.
  • Recognize industry flaws and how they are created.
  • Complete required training hours.
Course Syllabus →
Course NumberCourse NameCreditsCost
BTEC1035Microsoft PowerPoint2$190
BTEC1055Microsoft Word3$285
BTEC1066Microsoft Excel3$285
BTEC1070Essentials of Customer Service1$95
BTEC1075Critical Workplace Skills2$190
BTEC1077Practical Experience1$95
BTEC1081English and Writing Fundamentals2$190
BTEC1085Digital Literacy3$285
BTEC1090Business Communications2$190
BTEC1095Introduction to Marketing3$285
BTEC1095Introduction to Marketing3$285
BTEC1331Fundamentals of Sales2$190
BTEC1500Principles of Leadership2$190
BTEC1550Management Principles1$95
BTEC2000Social Media Marketing2$190
BTEC2005Sales Techniques and Presentations2$190
BTEC2015Customer Relationship Management2$190
BTEC2026QuickBooks3$285
BTEC2031Records Management3$285
BTEC2035Accounting I2$190
BTEC2035Accounting I2$190
BTEC2040Accounting II3$285
BTEC2045Excel for Accounting2$190
BTEC2050Fundamentals of Human Resources3$285
BTEC2056Project Management Essentials2$190
TEBP 1000Financial Principles3$285
TEBP 1100Digital Literacy2$190
TEBP 1130Word Processing2$190
TEBP 1140Spreadsheets2$190
TEBP 1150Presentations2$190
TEBP 1200Professionalism3$285
TEBP 1300Accounting I2$190
TEBP 1350Computerized Accounting3$285
TEBP 1500Business English1$95
TEBP 1550Business Communication3$285
TEBP 1700Marketing I3$285
TEBP 1750Sales Fundamentals2$190
TEBP 1840Business Productivity3$285
TEBP 2000Introduction to Entrepreneurship3$285
TEBP 2300Accounting II2$190
TEBP 2610Social Media Marketing2$190
TEBP 2620Fundamentals of Human Resources2$190
TEBP 2630Principles of Leadership2$190
TEBP 2650Project Management Essentials2$190
TEBP 2750Customer Relationship Management2$190
TEBP 2820Records Management2$190

If you have a felony or misdemeanor on your record, it may be harder to get a job after finishing this program. If you have questions, please talk to the Program Coordinator.

Ken Bakes

Ken is an NDI professional with over 35 years of experience in the industry. Before coming to Ogden-Weber Technical College, Ken worked on Hill Air Force Base as a technician, supervisor, and finally the Director of the NDI Flight, where he was responsible for assigning and evaluating the work of his employees, as well as investigating new inspection technologies. 

Office Hours (by appointment)
M-F 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
M-F 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Location
Business Depot Campus 210

ken.bakes@otech.edu

801-395-3713