ITC Level 1

In this certification course, you’ll learn how infrared cameras create and capture images, how to take accurate temperature measurements with an infrared camera, and all of the foundational science you’ll need to get the most out of your camera. Plus, you’ll discover how to conduct safe thermographic inspections in a variety of common use cases and create basic reports so you can share your findings with team members, customers, and other stakeholders.

In short, a Level I/Category I certification gives you all the tools you need to begin your journey as a safe, capable thermographer, getting the most value out of your investment in infrared cameras and adding tremendous value to your organization or business.

Level I / Category I Topics

  • The factors that make thermal images look the way they do and how these factors influence temperature measurement accuracy.
  • Infrared image analysis and interpretation techniques.
  • The basics of infrared science concepts such as emissivity, reflected apparent temperature, heat transfer, and the influence of the atmosphere.
  • Inspection technique fundamentals, including advice on data collection, how to approach different types of inspections, and important safety considerations.
  • What information to include in a report and how to use thermal analysis software to quickly create simple, easy- to-understand reports.
  • Hands-on exercises that let you get practical experiences of the theoretical concepts taught throughout the week.
  • Vital application-specific insights for electrical, mechanical, and building inspections.

Who Should Attend?

Level I thermographers are typically new to infrared thermographic diagnostics but that doesn't imply that they are entry-level condition monitoring technicians; many Level I professionals actually have years of experience in building and maintaining complex systems.

Level I thermographers generally follow a written test procedure to evaluate specific types of equipment in their facility. They use their infrared cameras and software to identify and measure thermal anomalies based on thermal patterns, comparisons with similar equipment, and their own experience.

Course Development Standards

The learning objectives, testing, and certification policies are based on ASNT CP-105, ANST SNT-TC-1A, and ISO 18436-7 guidelines.

  • 32 hours (24 ITC certification renewal credits).
  • Building Performance Institute, Inc. has approved this course for 16.5 BPI continuing education units.
  • NETA has approved this course for 16 continuing technical development credits (CTDs).

Please contact the issuing institution regarding 3rd-party continuing education credits. The Infrared Training Center does not award credits on behave of other institutions.

Trainings

Software Training

An overview of image analysis and reporting is provided for the latest FLIR software. FLIR Ignite will be used during the course to perform image analysis. A free Starter account is included with your Infrared Training Center account. You can login from this link: https://ignite.flir.com

Camera Training

Our instructor led training classes cover basic camera operation. We highly recommend viewing one of our free on demand courses for your specific FLIR camera before coming to class. Please visit http://www.infraredtraining.com to view available courses.

Please note that on demand courses may not be available for some camera models. If a course is not offered for your camera type, please refer to your user's manual. All manuals and datasheets for FLIR cameras can be found at http://support.flir.com. For other vendors please visit the vendor’s website.

What do you need?

IR Camera
  • Students will be required to complete various labs & exercises throughout the duration of the course, please bring your thermal camera to class. 
  • If you do not have access to a camera, you can rent one through Inframatrix Sdn Bhd.
  • If you are attending the course with a colleague or friend you may share a camera, however we recommend no more than three students per camera.
Laptop/Tablet
  • The laptop/tablet will need to be connected to the internet (via Wifi) throughout the course of the training.
  • Course materials will only be available digitally.
  • Examinations will be administered electronically.