Course Objectives:

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

1. Introduction to Material Certification and Inspection

• Understand the importance of material certification in quality control and regulatory compliance.
• Identify different types of materials requiring certification (metals, polymers, composites, electrical components).
• Learn about industry standards and certification bodies (ISO, ASTM, ASME, API, EN, IEC).

2. Types of Material Certifications

• Understand various material certification types and their applications, including:
• Mill Test Reports (MTRs) and Material Test Certificates (MTCs).
• Chemical and mechanical test certificates.
• 3.1 and 3.2 certification according to EN 10204.
• ASME and API material specifications.

3. Inspection Levels and Classification

• Learn about different levels of inspection and their requirements, including:
• Level 1 (Self-Inspection): Performed by manufacturers.
• Level 2 (Third-Party Witness): Partial vendor inspection.
• Level 3 (Independent Certification): Full third-party certification.
• Understand the differences between hold points, witness points, review points, and surveillance inspections.

4. Material Testing and Verification Methods

• Learn key inspection and material testing techniques, including:
• Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) (Ultrasonic, Radiographic, Magnetic Particle, Liquid Penetrant).
• Destructive Testing (Tensile, Hardness, Impact, Fatigue Testing).
• Chemical Composition Analysis (Spectrometry, XRF, ICP).
• Dimensional and Surface Inspection (Coordinate Measuring Machines, Profilometers).

5. Compliance with International Standards and Regulations

• Understand how to ensure compliance with:
• ISO 9001 (Quality Management).
• ASTM and ASME material specifications.
• API 6A, 5L, and NACE MR0175 for oil & gas materials.
• EN 10204, PED (Pressure Equipment Directive), and IEC 61400 for industrial materials.

6. Documentation, Reporting, and Certification Validation

• Learn best practices for reviewing and verifying material certificates.
• Develop inspection reports, non-conformance reports (NCRs), and corrective action plans.
• Understand traceability and documentation control for material verification.

7. Troubleshooting and Case Studies

• Analyze real-world case studies of material failures due to poor certification and inspection.
• Learn problem-solving techniques for material non-compliance.
• Apply best practices for supplier quality control and material verification.

Target Audience

This course is designed for professionals involved in material certification, inspection, and quality control, including:

• Quality Control Inspectors
• Third-Party Vendor Inspectors
• Material Engineers

• Procurement Officers
• Supply Chain Managers
• Vendor Coordinators

• Project Engineers
• Construction Managers
• Manufacturing & Fabrication Supervisors