The following is an example of the topics taught for RTFI.
All course outlines can be, and usually are, modified to meet client needs. Review Of The Radiation Radiographic Energy-vs.-wavelength Variables Related Intensity To Film Sources (x-ray/gamma- Interpretation ray) Source to Film Distance Film to Object Distance Source/Target Size Alignment Material Thickness Type (Density) Configuration Process (Castings, Forgings, Welds, etc.) Film Speed Graininess Handling Screens Density Exposure/Time Fog Density Equation
Radiographic Film Illuminator requirements
Viewing High Intensity Illuminator Background Lighting Multiple/composite viewing Penetrameter Placement Film Id Location markers Dark adaptation/visual acuity Densitometer Operation Calibration Maintenance Density Measurements
Radiographic Radiographic Contrast
Image Quality Film Contrast Subject Contrast Radiographic Sensitivity Definition Latitude Image Quality Indicators (Penetrameters) Types Construction Materials Dimensions Identification Placement Shims
Exposure Multiple Film
Techniques Coverage Superimpose Single Wall Exposure - Single Wall View Double Wall Exposure - Single Wall View Double Wall Exposure - Double Wall View Panoramic
Artifacts Scratches Crimp Marks Pressure Marks Static Marks Fog Screen Defects Light Leaks Finger Marks During Processing Chemical Spots Dirt Pi Lines Pressure Marks Overlap After Processing Scratches Dirt Creases Other
Codes, Military Standards (MIL-STD
Procedures, and 453, 271, etc.) Written Practices ASME Section V API 1104 AWS D1.1 ASTM E94 ASTM E142 Other Procedures and Written Practices