Istanbul Gedik University Gedik Vocational School Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Program offers practical training with its specialized faculty and access to all kinds of facilities, including the accredited laboratory of Gedik Education Foundation. The associate degree education in Non-Destructive Testing program has a duration of 2 years.
Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) is an examination method that does not cause any damage to the material or component being inspected. The NDT program is a science and technology field aimed at examining and interpreting the internal structure of materials using various materials and methods and assessing their quality for use in various industrial sectors. Those who aspire to become NDT technicians should have an interest in chemistry and physics, possess analytical thinking skills, and have good manual dexterity.
The job areas for graduates of the Non-Destructive Testing program include aviation and aerospace industry, defense industry, machinery manufacturing industry, and quality control firms. Additionally, there is a broad range of industries, such as power plants, wind turbines, steel constructions, chemical and petrochemical plants, refineries, nuclear power plants, bridge and metro constructions, airport constructions, etc., where Non-Destructive Testing technicians are needed.
Purpose
The aim of Istanbul Gedik University Gedik Vocational School Non-Destructive Testing Program is to meet the industry’s need for qualified personnel in Non-Destructive Testing by closely following the innovations in NDT technology and providing all kinds of facilities for NDT education.
Objective
The Non-Destructive Testing Program at Istanbul Gedik University Gedik Vocational School aims to educate students not only with all the knowledge and skills related to non-destructive testing technology but also with a solid understanding of basic metallurgy and material topics. The program aims to produce graduates who have a comprehensive grasp of their profession, both in terms of practical application and theoretical knowledge.
Program Objective
Non-Destructive Testing is an examination method that does not cause any damage to the material or component being inspected. The NDT program is a science and technology field aimed at examining and interpreting the internal structure of materials using various materials and methods and assessing their quality for use in various industrial sectors.
Non-Destructive Testing methods are used to detect discontinuities inside materials or surface defects not visible to the naked eye. Apart from detecting defects and flaws, NDT is also used for measuring the quantity of one material present inside another enclosed material, measuring paint thickness on metal surfaces, condition assessments of assembled parts, and in radar systems. In Ultrasonic Testing and Industrial Radiography, ultrasonic sound waves, X-rays, or gamma rays with very small wavelengths and high energy are directed to the area under examination to conduct tests.
Who Can Apply to This Program?
Those who aspire to become NDT technicians should have an interest in chemistry and physics, be successful in these subjects, possess analytical thinking skills, and have good manual dexterity.
Career Opportunities
Job areas for graduates of the Non-Destructive Testing program include aviation and aerospace industry, defense industry, machinery manufacturing industry, and quality control firms. Additionally, there is a broad range of industries, such as power plants, wind turbines, steel constructions, chemical and petrochemical plants, refineries, nuclear power plants, bridge and metro constructions, airport constructions, etc., where Non-Destructive Testing technicians are needed.
Vertical Transfer Opportunities
Graduates of the Non-Destructive Testing Program can pursue vertical transfer to the following departments:
- Materials Science and Engineering
- Materials Engineering
- Nanotechnology Engineering
- Metallurgy and Materials Engineering
- Welding Technology Program.