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• Level I – Thermographic Applications - Learn the principles of how to Think Thermally®, basic heat transfer theory, electrical applications, mechanical equipment, building systems, roof inspections, use of thermal imaging equipment and proper image acquisition. Includes the Snell Certification Standard.
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• Level II – Adv. Thermographic Applications - Essential training for the professional thermographer, Level II offers greater depth and analysis on surface heat transfer, temperature measurement techniques, prioritizing findings, procedures and camera operation. Prerequisite: Level I
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• Level III - Best Practices - Review industry best practices, standards, writing procedures and personnel certification issues. This course also covers how to prepare for the ASNT Level III T/IR method exam. Designed for supervisors and managers of thermography programs. Prerequisite: Level II
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• Electrical Applications - Gain a better understanding of thermography applied to electrical applications including types of faults, failure modes, in-depth discussion of electrical applications plus a number of case studies. Inspection methodologies, analysis techniques and reporting are also covered. Suggested prerequisite: Level I
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• IR for Weatherization and Energy Audits - This two-day course is designed for energy auditors and weatherization contractors who use, or are considering adding, thermal imaging to inspect residential homes.
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• Level I - Infrared for Building Applications - This 32 hour course is for energy auditors, weatherization contractors, home inspectors and facility maintenance personnel who use thermal imaging to inspect residential homes and small commercial buildings. The class is designed to meet the proposed BPI and RESNET standards, is recognized for 16 CEU's from BPI, will satisfy the Level I infrared educational requirements from ASNT and, in Canada, meet the new National Master Specifications (NMS) Section 02 27 13, Thermographic Assessment; Building Envelope.
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• IR for Building Applications - Part I (Canada) - This course is designed for Canadian-based energy auditors, weatherization contractors and home inspectors who use thermal imaging or are considering adding the technology to their program. When taken in conjunction with IR for Building Applications - Part II, these courses will meet the new Canadian National Master Specifications (NMS) Section 02 27 13, Thermographic Assessment; Building Envelope.
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• IR for Building Applications - Part II (Canada) - In addition to more advanced building applications, participants will also learn how to apply IR to inspect electrical systems and mechanical equipment in residential and small commercial facilities. When taken in conjunction with IR for Building Applications - Part I, these courses will meet the new Canadian National Master Specifications (NMS) Section 02 27 13, Thermographic Assessment; Building Envelope.
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• IR for Building Applications - Part III (Canada) - This advanced building specialty course will focus on building diagnostics for solving problems related to energy and the troubleshooting needs of all types of buildings and structures.
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• Mechanical Equipment - Covers in-plant mechanical systems including motors, rotating equipment, fluid and storage systems, high temperature applications and mobile equipment. Inspection methodologies, analysis techniques and reporting are also discussed. Suggested pre-requisite: Level I
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• NDT of Materials – Level I - This course follows the ASNT Level I recommended curriculum and focuses on the non-destructive evaluation of materials/composites using active thermography and the Thermal Wave EchoTherm® System from Thermal Wave Imaging. (On-site courses using other IR imaging equipment are available.) An optional day is reserved for individuals with qualifying work experience who wish to take a three-part certification examination.
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• NDT of Materials – Level II - This advanced course follows the ASNT Level II recommended curriculum and focuses on the non-destructive testing of materials using active thermography and the Thermal Wave EchoTherm® System from Thermal Wave Imaging. (On-site courses using other IR imaging equipment are available.) An optional day is reserved for individuals with qualifying work experience who wish to take a three-part certification examination.
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• Analyzing Products & Processes - A two-day course that teaches the concepts of applying various infrared imaging technologies to monitor products and processes for solving problems related to quality, production, consistency and breakdown. Covers applications related to glass, metals, and automotive industries.
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• IR & Radiometry for Natural Science Applications - This course will provide a sound basis for success in using thermal imaging for natural science applications. Topics include human and animal thermal imaging and non contact temperature measurement, equine thermal imaging, fever detection and screening, use of cameras for field detection of plants, animals, terrain, sub-surface detection, laboratory data collection and statistical data analysis and trending.
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Webinars

• A Brief History of Infrared Thermography - Learn about the pioneers of thermography and help preserve its past. All proceeds from this webinar are donated to the William Herschel Society which supports the historic Herschel Museum located in Bath, England.
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• An Overview of Learning to Think Thermally - The best thermographers "Think Thermally". Learn about how this concept can open your world and how you can start "seeing" what is invisible to your eye.
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• Buying an Infrared Camera - A webinar that will help you understand the important factors to consider when purchasing an infrared camera.
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• Buying an IR Camera for Weatherization - This live presentation will help you understand the important factors to consider as you define your real needs for a camera and will provide attendees with the opportunity to ask questions.
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• Buying an IR Camera for Plant Maintenance - This presentation will help you understand the important factors to consider as you define your purchasing needs and will provide attendees with the opportunity to ask questions.
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• Determining Moisture Signatures With Infrared - Learn how infrared thermography is used to detect surface temperature variations which can indicate the sub-surface presence of moisture. This presentation will focus on the use of IR to help detect the presence of moisture in building applications.
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• Determining Your Camera's Measurement Resolution - This advanced webinar designed for Level II thermographers and IR program administrators focuses on how to determine the measurement resolution of an infrared camera.
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• Electrical Inspections Using Infrared - An overview of inspecting electrical systems including conditions needed, typical patterns detected and ways to prioritize findings.
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• Emissivity and Its Impact on Thermographers - This webinar will address the basic theory behind emissivity as well as cover an overview of where emissivity issues can impact a thermographer.
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• How to Conduct an Infrared Home Inspection - Using infrared thermography for energy audits and moisture inspections provides home inspectors with a number of advantages. This presentation covers the logistics of conducting these scans.
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• How to Establish a Certification Program - Learn about what it means to be certified as a thermographer as well as the options available for creating a certification program at your facility.
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• How to Prioritize Thermal Anomalies - Attendees of this webinar will learn that there are a number of other factors to consider when diagnosing the severity of a problem and how to better characterize their findings.
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• Introduction - Infrared for Building Applications - Infrared thermography is a valuable tool for building diagnostics. This presentation will cover an overview of how the technology is used to inspect residential homes and small commercial facilities for insulation defects, air leakage problems and moisture related issues.
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• Infrared Camera Resolution - An in-depth look at infrared camera resolution for those considering purchasing equipment.
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• Infrared Standards for Building Applications - The focus of this presentation will be on the key concepts and recommended practices of conducting a variety of thermographic building inspections with associated thermal images. This webinar has been approved for 1 ASHI Continuing Education Credit (CE's) from the American Society of Home Inspectors.
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• Infrared Thermography for Home Inspectors - Learn about how infrared can assist home inspectors by increasing the effectiveness of their services.
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• Infrared Windows and Viewports - This webinar will detail the important factors to consider including cost, safety, placement and use of windows.
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• Inspecting Buildings in Cold Weather - An overview of using IR to locate areas of heat loss in buildings located in cold-weather climates.
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• Inspecting Heavy/Mobile Equipment - Learn how infrared thermography is used successfully to inspect heavy and/or mobile equipment such as forklifts, trucks, bulldozers, locomotives or cranes.
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• Inspecting In-Plant Electrical Systems - This presentation provides an overview of how to inspect in-plant electrical systems, safely and effectively.
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• Inspecting Outdoor Utility Substations - Inspecting outdoor electrical substations is one place where using an infrared camera can give you a fast return on your investment. This webinar will provide you with an overview of where to get started and how to get the job done right.
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• Introduction to Thermal NDT - This webinar will present an introduction on how thermal imaging can detect subsurface flaws in a wide variety of materials including composite structures.
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• IR for Facilities Maintenance - Infrared thermography is proven to be one of the best all around tools for commercial facilities maintenance. Whether or not you already own equipment, this webinar will give you an idea of what can be done and how to get started.
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• Low-Slope Roof Moisture Inspections - Learn the conditions needed for IR inspections, the various roof systems encountered and the patterns detected.
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• Locating Levels in Tanks, Vessels and Silos - An overview of how infrared can help locate levels in tanks, vessels and silos.
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• Mechanical Inspections Using Infrared - An overview of inspecting mechanical equipment, safely and effectively, including conditions needed, typical patterns detected & limitations of the technology.
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• An Overview of Infrared Camera Specifications - Learn more about your typical camera spec list to give those purchasing equipment a better idea of what features are important to consider and which ones are not.
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• Reporting Procedures for Thermographers - This webinar will discuss what should be included in a report including a general discussion of software image processing and reporting tools that most programs have available.
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• Thermal NDT Using Pulse Thermography - Learn the theory and operational considerations necessary for using this NDT technique successfully.
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• Using Infrared in New Building Construction - This webinar will help you see how thermography is being used to assess the condition of the insulation as well as to understand air leakage in buildings.
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• Using IR for Weatherization and Energy Audits - This presentation will cover the types of IR equipment used, the limitations of the technology and the benefits of using infrared for a home energy audit and weatherization work.
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