Final NDT Test Questions Study Guide & Comprehensive Non-Destructive Testing
Exam Revision
Penetrants that are used to detect the smallest defects can create background fluorescence
indications on the part being inspected. Which of the following best describes background
fluorescence: - ✔✔All of the above
What does Method A refer to? - ✔✔Removal Methods
Developer is required to: - ✔✔All of the above
The advantage that liquid penetrant testing has over an unaided visual inspection is that: -
✔✔It makes defects easier to see for the inspector
Fluorescent penetrant application should be monitored to ensure complete coverage of the
area of interest using what: - ✔✔Integrity checked black light
You are assigned an FPI inspection on a suspected crack on an inlet cowl of a 767 on the ramp
during April in Chicago. You day time temp is 56 degrees, the sun is shining brightly. What is or
are your challenge(s) in performing this inspection? - ✔✔Your white light present at your
inspection area is going to be greater than 2 foot candles per your paperwork.
Before you begin a fluorescent penetrant inspection you should: - ✔✔Both A and B
Penetrants are designed to: - ✔✔Remain fluid so it can be drawn back to the surface of the
part
The total time the penetrant is in contact with the part surface is called: - ✔✔Dwell Time
,You are only Level 1 qualified in the NDT discipline of Eddy Current. Since fluorescent penetrant
is an easier discipline to master and requires less classroom and OJT hours to become qualified
than eddy current, it is acceptable to perform an FPI inspection and sign for your results. -
✔✔False
Which penetrant classification is further divided into sensitivity levels? - ✔✔Type 1
A commonly used aid in visual inspection for surface defects in aluminum would most likely be:
- ✔✔10x magnifying glass
Which of the following is an advantage of Penetrant Testing? - ✔✔Both A and B
The most important consideration before performing any NDT test for a commercial airline is: -
✔✔All of the above
What is the most important & basic form of Non-Destructive Inspection/Examination? -
✔✔Visual Inspection
The best NDT technique to use to find defects below the surface of a test piece made of
aluminum would be what? - ✔✔Ultrasound
The most important step in any penetrant type inspection is: - ✔✔Part preparation and
cleaning
When performing quality control checks on your black light prior to your FPI inspection, which
of the following is correct? - ✔✔Both B and C
, Recall from your lab, when signing for your work, what is not required to be included: -
✔✔Date of calibration for the equipment used
When performing liquid penetrant inspection, the part under inspection should be: - ✔✔All of
the above
Engine rotating parts require what level of penetrant sensitivity: - ✔✔Level 4
What are the major requirements needed to become qualified in any NDT method? - ✔✔On
the Job Training and Classroom Instruction.
What does In Accordance With or I.A.W. mean? - ✔✔Both B and C
When performing a surface inspection on a piece of aluminum for possible cracks, what are the
possible NDT methods that should be used to confirm your findings? - ✔✔Visual and
Penetrant
Which level of penetrant is the most sensitive? - ✔✔Level 4
The skills and qualifications associated with NDT/NDE are only applicable to the aviation
industry. - ✔✔False
Penetrant types can be used on most materials, provided the surface of the part is: -
✔✔Smooth and uniform.
Which level of qualification requires more hours of classroom instruction and on the job
training? - ✔✔Level 3
Exam Revision
Penetrants that are used to detect the smallest defects can create background fluorescence
indications on the part being inspected. Which of the following best describes background
fluorescence: - ✔✔All of the above
What does Method A refer to? - ✔✔Removal Methods
Developer is required to: - ✔✔All of the above
The advantage that liquid penetrant testing has over an unaided visual inspection is that: -
✔✔It makes defects easier to see for the inspector
Fluorescent penetrant application should be monitored to ensure complete coverage of the
area of interest using what: - ✔✔Integrity checked black light
You are assigned an FPI inspection on a suspected crack on an inlet cowl of a 767 on the ramp
during April in Chicago. You day time temp is 56 degrees, the sun is shining brightly. What is or
are your challenge(s) in performing this inspection? - ✔✔Your white light present at your
inspection area is going to be greater than 2 foot candles per your paperwork.
Before you begin a fluorescent penetrant inspection you should: - ✔✔Both A and B
Penetrants are designed to: - ✔✔Remain fluid so it can be drawn back to the surface of the
part
The total time the penetrant is in contact with the part surface is called: - ✔✔Dwell Time
,You are only Level 1 qualified in the NDT discipline of Eddy Current. Since fluorescent penetrant
is an easier discipline to master and requires less classroom and OJT hours to become qualified
than eddy current, it is acceptable to perform an FPI inspection and sign for your results. -
✔✔False
Which penetrant classification is further divided into sensitivity levels? - ✔✔Type 1
A commonly used aid in visual inspection for surface defects in aluminum would most likely be:
- ✔✔10x magnifying glass
Which of the following is an advantage of Penetrant Testing? - ✔✔Both A and B
The most important consideration before performing any NDT test for a commercial airline is: -
✔✔All of the above
What is the most important & basic form of Non-Destructive Inspection/Examination? -
✔✔Visual Inspection
The best NDT technique to use to find defects below the surface of a test piece made of
aluminum would be what? - ✔✔Ultrasound
The most important step in any penetrant type inspection is: - ✔✔Part preparation and
cleaning
When performing quality control checks on your black light prior to your FPI inspection, which
of the following is correct? - ✔✔Both B and C
, Recall from your lab, when signing for your work, what is not required to be included: -
✔✔Date of calibration for the equipment used
When performing liquid penetrant inspection, the part under inspection should be: - ✔✔All of
the above
Engine rotating parts require what level of penetrant sensitivity: - ✔✔Level 4
What are the major requirements needed to become qualified in any NDT method? - ✔✔On
the Job Training and Classroom Instruction.
What does In Accordance With or I.A.W. mean? - ✔✔Both B and C
When performing a surface inspection on a piece of aluminum for possible cracks, what are the
possible NDT methods that should be used to confirm your findings? - ✔✔Visual and
Penetrant
Which level of penetrant is the most sensitive? - ✔✔Level 4
The skills and qualifications associated with NDT/NDE are only applicable to the aviation
industry. - ✔✔False
Penetrant types can be used on most materials, provided the surface of the part is: -
✔✔Smooth and uniform.
Which level of qualification requires more hours of classroom instruction and on the job
training? - ✔✔Level 3
