NDT

for safer
world

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 About us
A-Star Training & Consultancy Pte Ltd (ASTC) is one of the leading provider of high end consulting,
training and inspection solutions in conventional and advanced NDT applications.
A-Star Training & Consultancy Pte Ltd (ASTC) provides high quality training in conventional and
advanced NDT methods. ASTC is BINDT accredited training organisation (ATO) and authorized
qualifying body (AQB). We have excellent training facility with complete resources which provides
effective training that enhance candidate’s skill, knowledge, confidence and experience.
ASTC believes in effective training to provide knowledge, skill, experience and confidence in
candidates to perform NDT examination. Therefore, our training programs are aimed at more than
just certification.
ASTC management is committed to keep the highest integrity level of training and examination to
deliver effective and impartial training service.
Experience the dynamic training with our experienced and committed instructors.
 Examination Pattern

Basic examination is divided into 3 parts:
• Part A – Technical knowledge in material science and
process technology.
• Part B – Knowledge of the certification body’s
qualification and certification system.
• Part C - General Knowledge of at least four methods as
required for level 2 and chosen by the candidate from
the methods RT,UT,MT,PT,VT which shall include at least
one volumetric method (UT or RT) :15 for each method.
Main method examination is divided into 3 parts
• Part D - Level 3 knowledge relating to the test method
applied.
• Part E - Application of NDT method in the sector concerned,
including the applicable codes, standards and specification.
Part of the examination covering codes, standards and
specifications are open book examination.
• Part F* - Drafting of one or more NDT procedures in the
relevant sector. The applicable codes, standards and
specifications shall be available to the candidate.

*For a candidate who has already drafted an NDT procedure in a successfully passed level 3 examination, the certification
body may replace the drafting of a procedure with the critical analysis of an existing NDT procedure covering the relevant
method and sector, and containing errors and / or omissions.
Candidates with ASNT / ACCP and other Level III qualification can seek exemption from BINDT in Part A (Basic Examination
in Material Science etc..), Part C (General Knowledge of at least 4 methods) and Part D (Level 3 knowledge relating to the
respective methods). Please contact us (admin@astar-training.com) for further clarifications.
 PCN Level 3 Training Requirements
Applicants For Graduates
Full Course For Graduates holding Valid level III
Method certification
Basic 80hr 40hr 4hr

UT 40hr 20hr 20hr

PAUT 80hr 40hr 40hr

ToFD 80hr 40hr 40hr

 All candidates shall fulfil the minimum prior industrial experience in the applicable method and minimum
requirements of vision as prescribed by BINDT .
 All candidates shall hold a valid level 2 certificate in the same method and sector as the level 3 certification
sought.
 Candidates without level 2 certification can directly appear for level 3 examination along with level 2
practical examination provided the training and experience requirements for both levels are met.
 Candidates holding valid ASNT or equivalent level III certificate can seek exemptions from BINDT in Parts A,
C & D.
 For details on required industrial experience and any further clarifications, Please refer to BINDT document
http://www.bindt.org/admin/Downloads/PCNGEN.pdf or contact us at admin@astar-training.com
 PCN LEVEL 3 TRAINING & EXAM FEE – 2016

PRICE (SGD)

METHOD For Graduates & Level III certificate

Full Course
holders
Training Exam Training Exam

BASIC
1000 1500 600 1400
(PART A, B & C)

UT 1400 1600 1000 1500

PAUT 1700 1800 1200 1800

TOFD 1700 1800 1200 1800

Candidates availing exemptions will be given a 10% discount on the fee upon submission of completed PSL-49
approved by BINDT. Please contact us at admin@astar-training.com for any further clarifications.
Courses can be scheduled exclusively for companies with minimum enrolment of 4-6 candidates.
General Note

 Courses can be re-schedule for above courses exclusively for

companies with minimum enrolment of 6 candidates.

 The above schedule is in regard with the mentioned pre-

requisites, for other candidates, A-Star will customize
schedule please contact us (admin@astar-training.com) for
detailed information. Contact us

 Service tax is applicable on the fees as charged in respective A-Star Training & Consultancy Pte Ltd
country. #05-111, Trade hub 21,
18 Boon lay Way, Singapore 609966
 Applications for enrolment must include a $1000 T: +65-64625153, +65-64650877
payment. This amount will be fully refunded if the candidate F: +65-68750183
withdraws from the training 7 days prior to commencement E-mail: admin@astar-training.com,
of training. A $500 penalty will be levied for notice of astar@astar-training.com
withdrawals of less than 6 days’ notice. Website: http://www.astar-training.com

 A-Star reserves the right to postpone or cancel the courses

due to unavoidable reasons; in this case full course fee will be
refunded.