Penetrant Testing Level 2

An individual certified to Penetrant Testing Level 2 has demonstrated competence to perform NDT according to NDT procedures. Within the scope of the competence defined on the certificate, Level 2 personnel may be authorised by the employer to:

  • Select the Penetrant Testing technique for the test method to be used
  • Define the limitations of application of the testing method
  • Translate Penetrant Testing codes, standards, specifications and procedures into Penetrant Testing instructions adapted to the actual working conditions
  • Set up and verify Penetrant Testing equipment settings
  • Perform and supervise Penetrant tests
  • Interpret and evaluate results according to applicable standards, codes, specifications or procedures
  • Prepare written Penetrant Testing instructions
  • Carry out and supervise all tasks at or below Level 2
  • Provide guidance for personnel at or below Level 2
  • Report the results of Penetrant tests.
Duration

Initial Examination = 1 day

Recertification = 1 day

Refresher Class

RM400* per day

*All Fees are subjected to 8% SST

Cost

Initial Examination = RM4235*

Recertification = RM3685*

*All Fees are subjected to 8% SST

Training and Experience Hours Required for Certification

PCN Certification is awarded once the student has demonstrated the required experience and training hours have been met and successful completion of the PCN examination has been achieved:

Penetrant Testing
Level 2 – 24 training hours and 3 months experience. (Assuming the candidate holds a current Level 1 Certificate)

Direct access to PCN Level 2 would be achieved by combining the experience and training hours of Level 1 and Level 2:

Direct access Level 2 – 40 training hours and 4 months experience

Initial Examination Required Documents
  1. F08-TR-07/A - Examination Enrolment Form
  2. Certificate for Completion of Training
  3. PSL57A (Kindly request for an available exam date from us before you write on the form)
  4. CP27
  5. PSL30
  6. PSL33 (if you do not already have a PCN photo ID card)
  7. PSL44
  8. Deposit slip of RM500 (non-refundable)
Recertification Examination Required Documents (More than 6 Weeks From Expiration Date of PCN PT Certificate)
  1. F08-TR-07/A - Examination Enrolment Form
  2. PSL57B (Kindly request for an available exam date from us before you write on the form)
  3. CP27
  4. PSL44
  5. PCN Pocket Cert
  6. Deferral / Extension Letter (if applicable)
  7. Deposit slip of RM500 (non-refundable)