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Federal Occupation Description

Federal Occupation Description

This series covers positions managing, supervising, leading, and/or performing professional engineering and scientific work involving, chemical processes utilized by industries and scientific technologies to produce useful products and systems; and the use of mass, momentum, and energy transfers together with thermodynamics and chemical kinetics to explore, extend, improve, and provide for existing and potential chemical and biochemical conversion processes.

For job opportunities in this series, go to the Office of Personnel Management USAJOBS website.

Other Federal Occupations

It is not uncommon for individuals in one federal occupational series to perform duties related to another series within the same federal occupational group. To find out about the certifications for another series in the ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURE GROUP, click on that series below. Note that credentials have not yet been identified for all series – links are provided only to those series for which the identification of credentials has been completed. Additional series will be added over time.

The following certifications have been identified as most relevant to the broad duties of this federal occupational series. Please note that these credentials may not reflect all of the unique job functions that you perform within your organization. Also these credentials may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about any credential, click on the credential title below.

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Certification in Clinical Chemistry Is Not In Demand American Board of Clinical Chemistry otherOther    
Certification in Molecular Diagnostics Is Not In Demand American Board of Clinical Chemistry otherOther    
Certification in Toxicological Chemistry Is Not In Demand American Board of Clinical Chemistry otherOther    
ASNT Central Certification Program Level II - Magnetic Particle Testing (ACCP-MT) Is Not In Demand American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) someSome    
Industrial Radiography Radiation Safety Personnel - X-Ray and RAM (IRSSP-Combo) Is Not In Demand American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) otherOther GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) In DemandIs In Demand American Society for Quality (ASQ) someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) In DemandIs In Demand American Society for Quality (ASQ) someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing Professional - Senior Is Not In Demand American Society of Mechanical Engineers International (ASME) someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing Professional - Technologist Is Not In Demand American Society of Mechanical Engineers International (ASME) someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Indoor Air Quality Professional (CIAQP) Is Not In Demand Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) otherOther GI BillGI Bill  
Fluid Power Connector and Conductor (CC) Is Not In Demand International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) otherOther    
Fluid Power Engineer Is Not In Demand International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) someSome    
Hydraulic Specialist (HS) Is Not In Demand International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) otherOther GI BillGI Bill  
Pneumatic Specialist (PS) Is Not In Demand International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE) Is Not In Demand Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Manufacturing Technologist (CMfgT) Is Not In Demand Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Cathodic Protection Specialist Is Not In Demand NACE International someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Cathodic Protection Technician Is Not In Demand NACE International someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Cathodic Protection Tester Is Not In Demand NACE International someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Chemical Treatment Specialist Is Not In Demand NACE International someSome    
Corrosion Specialist Is Not In Demand NACE International someSome    
Corrosion Technician Is Not In Demand NACE International someSome    
Corrosion Technologist Is Not In Demand NACE International someSome    
Protective Coating Specialist Is Not In Demand NACE International someSome    
Senior Corrosion Technologist Is Not In Demand NACE International someSome    
Chemical Hygiene Officer Is Not In Demand National Registry of Certified Chemists otherOther    
Clinical Chemist Is Not In Demand National Registry of Certified Chemists otherOther    
Clinical Chemistry Technologist Is Not In Demand National Registry of Certified Chemists otherOther    
Environmental Analytical Chemist Is Not In Demand National Registry of Certified Chemists someSome    
Environmental Analytical Technologist Is Not In Demand National Registry of Certified Chemists someSome    
Toxicological Chemist Is Not In Demand National Registry of Certified Chemists someSome    
Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) In DemandIs In Demand American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS) otherOther GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) In DemandIs In Demand American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS) otherOther GI BillGI Bill  
Industrial Radiography Radiation Safety Personnel - X-Ray (IRSSP-X-Ray) Is Not In Demand American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) otherOther GI BillGI Bill  
Construction Materials Testing: Asphalt - Level II Is Not In Demand National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) otherOther GI BillGI Bill  
Construction Materials Testing: Asphalt - Level IV Is Not In Demand National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) otherOther GI BillGI Bill  
Construction Materials Testing: Concrete - Level I Is Not In Demand National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) otherOther GI BillGI Bill  
Construction Materials Testing: Concrete - Level II Is Not In Demand National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) otherOther GI BillGI Bill  
Construction Materials Testing: Concrete - Level III Is Not In Demand National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) otherOther GI BillGI Bill  
Construction Materials Testing: Concrete - Level IV Is Not In Demand National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) otherOther GI BillGI Bill  
Construction Materials Testing: Soil - Level I Is Not In Demand National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) otherOther GI BillGI Bill  
Construction Materials Testing: Soil - Level II Is Not In Demand National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) otherOther GI BillGI Bill  
Construction Materials Testing: Soil - Level III Is Not In Demand National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) otherOther GI BillGI Bill  
Construction Materials Testing: Soil - Level IV Is Not In Demand National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) otherOther GI BillGI Bill  
Fire Protection: Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems - Level I Is Not In Demand National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) otherOther    
Fire Protection: Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems - Level II Is Not In Demand National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) otherOther    
Fire Protection: Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems - Level III Is Not In Demand National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) otherOther    
Construction Materials Testing: Asphalt - Level I Is Not In Demand National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) otherOther GI BillGI Bill  
ASNT Central Certification Program Level II - Liquid Penetrant Testing (ACCP-PT) Is Not In Demand American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) someSome    
ASNT Central Certification Program Level II - Radiographic Testing (ACCP-RT) Is Not In Demand American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) otherOther    
ASNT Central Certification Program Level II - Ultrasonic Testing (ACCP-UT) Is Not In Demand American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) otherOther    
ASNT Central Certification Program Level II - Visual Testing (ACCP-VT) Is Not In Demand American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) otherOther    
ASNT Central Certification Program (ACCP) Professional Level III - Magnetic Particle Testing (MT) Is Not In Demand American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) someSome    
ASNT Central Certification Program (ACCP) Professional Level III - Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT) Is Not In Demand American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) someSome    
ASNT Central Certification Program (ACCP) Professional Level III - Radiographic Testing (RT) Is Not In Demand American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) otherOther    
ASNT Central Certification Program (ACCP) Professional Level III - Ultrasonic Testing (UT) Is Not In Demand American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) otherOther    
ASNT Central Certification Program (ACCP) Professional Level III - Visual Testing (VT) Is Not In Demand American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) otherOther    
ASNT NDT Level III Certification - Acoustic Emission Testing (AE) Is Not In Demand American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) otherOther   AccreditationAccreditation
ASNT NDT Level III Certification - Electromagnetic Testing (ET) Is Not In Demand American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) otherOther   AccreditationAccreditation
ASNT NDT Level III Certification - Infrared/Thermal Testing (IR) Is Not In Demand American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) otherOther   AccreditationAccreditation
ASNT NDT Level III Certification - Neutron Radiographic Testing (NR) Is Not In Demand American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) otherOther   AccreditationAccreditation
ASNT NDT Level III Certification - Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT) Is Not In Demand American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) someSome   AccreditationAccreditation
ASNT NDT Level III Certification - Radiographic Testing (RT) Is Not In Demand American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) otherOther   AccreditationAccreditation
ASNT NDT Level III Certification - Ultrasonic Testing (UT) Is Not In Demand American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) otherOther   AccreditationAccreditation
ASNT NDT Level III Certification - Visual Testing (VT) Is Not In Demand American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) otherOther   AccreditationAccreditation
Electrical Power Testing - Level I Is Not In Demand National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) otherOther    
Electrical Power Testing - Level II Is Not In Demand National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) otherOther    
Electrical Power Testing - Level III Is Not In Demand National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) otherOther    
Electrical Power Testing - Level IV Is Not In Demand National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) otherOther    
ASNT NDT Level II Certification - Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT) Is Not In Demand American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) someSome    
ASNT NDT Level II Certification - Magnetic Particle Testing (MT) Is Not In Demand American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) someSome    
ASNT NDT Level II Certification - Radiographic Testing (RT) Is Not In Demand American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) otherOther    
ASNT NDT Level II Certification - Ultrasonic Testing (UT) Is Not In Demand American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) otherOther    
ASNT NDT Level II Certification - Visual Testing (VT) Is Not In Demand American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) otherOther    
Industrial Radiography Radiation Safety Personnel - Radioactive Materials (IRSSP - RAM) Is Not In Demand American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) otherOther GI BillGI Bill  
Fluid Power System Designer Is Not In Demand International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) otherOther    
Cathodic Protection Technologist Is Not In Demand NACE International someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Internal Corrosion Technologist Is Not In Demand NACE International someSome    
Internal Corrosion Specialist Is Not In Demand NACE International someSome    
Protective Coating Technician Is Not In Demand NACE International someSome    
Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD) In DemandIs In Demand American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS) otherOther    
Certified Renewable Energy Professional (REP) Is Not In Demand Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) otherOther    
Energy Efficiency Practitioner (EEP) Is Not In Demand Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) otherOther    
Certified Water Efficiency Professional (CWEP) Is Not In Demand Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) otherOther    
Reliability Coordinator System Operator Certification (RC) Is Not In Demand North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) someSome    
Balancing, Interchange, and Transmission System Operator Certification (BT) Is Not In Demand North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) someSome    
Transmission System Operator Certification (TO) Is Not In Demand North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) someSome    
Balancing and Interchange Operator Certification (BI) Is Not In Demand North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) someSome    

State Licenses

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Click here to go to ASNT Central Certification Program Level II - Magnetic Particle Testing (ACCP-MT) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

ASNT Central Certification Program-Magnetic Particle Testing (ACCP-MT) Level II, certifies individual's familiarity with the scope and limitations of the Liquid Penetrant Testing method and technique. The certification holder demonstrates the skills and knowledge required to set up and calibrate equipment, to conduct tests, and to interpret, evaluate, and document results in accordance with procedures approved by an ACCP Professional Level III or ASNT NDT Level III. ASNT requires candidates to meet the ACCP-II training and experience requirements and pass General, Specific, Practical and Instruction Preparation Examination. The ACCP Level II certification is also available in five (5) additional Nondestructive Testing (NDT) methods: Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT) , Radiographic Testing (RT), Electromagnetic Testing (ET) and Visual and Optical Testing (VT). The certification sector is determined by which Specific examinations are passed and the certification technique is determined by which Practical examinations are passed.

Click here to go to Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Certified Quality Engineer is a professional who understands the principles of product and service quality evaluation and control. This body of knowledge and applied technologies include, but are not limited to, development and operation of quality control systems, application and analysis of testing and inspection procedures, the ability to use metrology and statistical methods to diagnose and correct improper quality control practices, an understanding of human factors and motivation, familiarity with quality cost concepts and techniques, and the knowledge and ability to develop and administer management information systems and to audit quality systems for deficiency identification and correction. Candidates must have eight years of on-the-job experience in one or more of the areas of the Certified Quality Engineer Body of Knowledge, and a minimum of three years of this experience must be in a decision-making position. Education can be used as a substitute for years of experience. Candidates must also pass a written examination.

Click here to go to Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) is a professional who understands the principles of performance evaluation and prediction to improve product/systems safety, reliability and maintainability. Candidates must have eight years of on-the-job experience in one or more of the areas of the Certified Reliability Engineer Body of Knowledge. A minimum of three years of this experience must be in a decision-making position. Education can be substituted for years of experience. Candidates must also pass a multiple-choice examination, which covers the topics of reliability management, probability and statistics for reliability, reliability in design and development, reliability modeling and prediction, reliability testing, maintainability and availability, and data collection and use. This credential must be recertified every three years, either by documenting RU credits or through testing.

Click here to go to Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing Professional - Senior COOL Snapshot page.

Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing Professional - Senior. The first level of certification, Technologist GDTP, provides a measure of an individual's ability to understand drawings that have been prepared using the language of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, as defined in the Y14.5 Standard. The second level, Senior GDTP, provides the additional objective measure of an individual's ability to select and apply geometric controls to drawings. A Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing Professional might typically be employed as, but not limited to: Design Engineer; CAD/CAM/CAE Specialist; Drafter, Production or Manufacturing Engineer; Process Engineer; Quality Engineer; Tool or Gage Engineer; Engineering Manager; Checker; Engineering Consultant; Educator; Inspector; Contract Engineer; Project Engineer; and Technical Specialist. Candidates must must have five years of documented experience in the field of GD&T in the recognized use of the system in both application and understanding. Candidates must also pass a multiple-choice examination. This credential must be renewed every three years, and may be renewed without examination upon verification of involvement with GD&T for at least 24 of the previous 36 months.

Click here to go to Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing Professional - Technologist COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to Fluid Power Engineer COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The International Fluid Power Society (IFPS), Fluid Power Engineer certification is for Certified Professional Engineers or individuals who hold a Bachelor of Science from an American Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc. (ABET) recognized university. Fluid Power Engineer candidates must hold the IFPS Hydraulic Specialist certification, the IFPS Pneumatic Specialist certification, and the IFPS Electronic Controls Specialist certification. Candidates must also have passed the IFPS Fluid Power Connector and Conductor written exam, provide five professional references, and have eight years of work experience in the fluid power and motion control industry.

Click here to go to Pneumatic Specialist (PS) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The International Fluid Power Society (IFPS), Pneumatic Specialist (PS) is for professionals in the fluid power and motion control industry who analyze and design systems, select components, and instruct others in operations and maintenance. To earn the PS certification, candidates must pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE) COOL Snapshot page.

Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE). Professionals who earn a CMfgE demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing processes and practices. Earning the CMfgE requires a minimum of eight combined years of manufacturing-related education and work experience (a minimum of four years must be work experience). If a candidate has earned the CMfgT certification, he or she may qualify with seven combined years of manufacturing-related education and work experience. Candidates must pass the Manufacturing Engineering examination. Topics on the examination include math, applied science, design, materials, manufacturing processes, manufacturing management, manufacturing economics, quality control, computer applications, and automation.

Click here to go to Certified Manufacturing Technologist (CMfgT) COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to Cathodic Protection Specialist COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to Cathodic Protection Technician COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to Cathodic Protection Tester COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to Chemical Treatment Specialist COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to Corrosion Specialist COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to Corrosion Technician COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to Corrosion Technologist COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to Protective Coating Specialist COOL Snapshot page.

The NACE International, Protective Coating Specialist certification is for individuals who are experienced, knowledgeable and capable of performing work at an advanced level in both the theory and practice of corrosion prevention and control in the protective coatings field. Protective Coating Specialist candidates must satisfy one of two eligibility requirement options, which include work experience or a degree/credential and work experience. Candidates must also pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Senior Corrosion Technologist COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to Environmental Analytical Chemist COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to Environmental Analytical Technologist COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to Toxicological Chemist COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to ASNT Central Certification Program Level II - Liquid Penetrant Testing (ACCP-PT) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

ASNT Central Certification Program-Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT) (ACCP-PT) Level II, certifies individual's familiarity with the scope and limitations of the Liquid Penetrant Testing method and technique. The certification holder demonstrates the skills and knowledge required to set up and calibrate equipment, conduct tests, interpret, evaluate, and document results in accordance with procedures approved by an ACCP Professional Level III or ASNT NDT Level III. ASNT requires candidates to meet the ACCP-II training and experience requirements and pass General, Specific, Practical and Instruction Preparation Examination. The ACCP Level II certification is also available in five (5) additional Nondestructive Testing (NDT) methods: Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Radiographic Testing (RT), Electromagnetic Testing (ET) and Visual and Optical Testing (VT).

Click here to go to ASNT Central Certification Program (ACCP) Professional Level III - Magnetic Particle Testing (MT) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT), ASNT Central Certification Program (ACCP) Professional Level III - Magnetic Particle Testing (MT) candidates should have the skills and knowledge to establish techniques, interpret codes, standards, and specifications, designate the particular technique to be used, and to prepare or approve procedures and instructions. An ACCP Professional Level III should also have general familiarity with other NDT methods. Magnetic Particle Testing (MT) uses one or more magnetic fields to locate surface and near-surface discontinuities in ferromagnetic materials. The magnetic field can be applied with a permanent magnet or an electromagnet. When using an electromagnet, the field is present only when the current is being applied. When the magnetic field encounters a discontinuity transverse to the direction of the magnetic field, the flux lines produce a magnetic flux leakage field of their own. Candidates must have a minimum of 4 years of experience in an assignment at least comparable to that of a Level II in the applicable NDT method(s). ASNT Central Certification Program Professional Level III certification candidates are required to pass Basic, Method, Procedure Preparation, and Practical examinations.

Click here to go to ASNT Central Certification Program (ACCP) Professional Level III - Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT), ASNT Central Certification Program (ACCP) Professional Level III - Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT) should have the skills and knowledge to establish techniques, interpret codes, standards, and specifications, designate the particular technique to be used, and to prepare or approve procedures and instructions. An ACCP Professional Level III should also have general familiarity with other NDT methods. Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT) is used to reveal surface discontinuities and makes it easier to detect flaws than an unaided visual inspection. Liquid penetrant testing is one of the most widely used NDT methods. Its popularity can be attributed to two main factors: its relative ease of use and its flexibility. It can be used to inspect almost any material provided that its surface is not extremely rough or porous. Materials that are commonly inspected using this method include; metals, glass, many ceramic materials, rubber and plastics. Candidates must have a minimum of 4 years of experience in an assignment at least comparable to that of a Level II in the applicable NDT method(s). ASNT Central Certification Program Professional Level III certification candidates are required to pass Basic, Method, Procedure Preparation, and Practical examinations.

Click here to go to ASNT NDT Level III Certification - Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The ASNT NDT Level III program provides third-party certification for nondestructive testing (NDT) personnel whose specific jobs require knowledge of the technical principles underlying the nondestructive tests they perform, witness, monitor or evaluate. Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT) is used to reveal surface discontinuities and makes it easier to detect flaws than an unaided visual inspection. Liquid penetrant testing is one of the most widely used NDT methods. Its popularity can be attributed to two main factors: its relative ease of use and its flexibility. It can be used to inspect almost any material provided that its surface is not extremely rough or porous. Materials that are commonly inspected using this method include; metals, glass, many ceramic materials, rubber and plastics. Candidates must have a minimum of 4 years of experience in an assignment at least comparable to that of a Level II in Liquid Penetrant Testing. ASNT NDT Level III certification candidates are required to pass both the NDT Basic and a method examination in order to receive the ASNT NDT Level III certificate.

Click here to go to ASNT NDT Level II Certification - Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The ASNT NDT Level II program provides third-party certification for nondestructive testing (NDT) personnel whose specific jobs require appropriate knowledge of the NDT method(s) for which certification is sought. Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT) is used to reveal surface discontinuities and makes it easier to detect flaws than an unaided visual inspection. Liquid penetrant testing is one of the most widely used NDT methods. Its popularity can be attributed to two main factors: its relative ease of use and its flexibility. It can be used to inspect almost any material provided that its surface is not extremely rough or porous. Materials that are commonly inspected using this method include; metals, glass, many ceramic materials, rubber and plastics. Candidates must have a minimum of 400 hours of experience in NDT with 210 hours in the specialty, a minimum of 12 hours of training in the specialty, and agree to abide by the code of ethics of ASNT Level II personnel.Candidates applying for initial certification must take both the general examination and at least one specific examination in each test method for which certification is sought.

Click here to go to ASNT NDT Level II Certification - Magnetic Particle Testing (MT) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The ASNT NDT Level II program provides third-party certification for nondestructive testing (NDT) personnel whose specific jobs require appropriate knowledge of the NDT method(s) for which certification is sought. Magnetic Particle Testing uses one or more magnetic fields to locate surface and near-surface discontinuities in ferromagnetic materials. The magnetic field can be applied with a permanent magnet or an electromagnet. When using an electromagnet, the field is present only when the current is being applied. When the magnetic field encounters a discontinuity transverse to the direction of the magnetic field, the flux lines produce a magnetic flux leakage field of their own. Candidates must have a minimum of 530 hours of experience in NDT with 280 hours in the specialty, a minimum of 20 hours of training in the specialty, and agree to abide by the code of ethics of ASNT Level II personnel. Candidates applying for initial certification must take both the general examination and at least one specific examination in each test method for which certification is sought.

Click here to go to Cathodic Protection Technologist COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to Internal Corrosion Technologist COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to Internal Corrosion Specialist COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to Protective Coating Technician COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to Reliability Coordinator System Operator Certification (RC) COOL Snapshot page.

The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), Reliability Coordinator System Operator Certification (RC) is an intermediate-level credential for professionals who operate bulk electric systems. System Operators monitor power flows, voltages and status of equipment on the transmission system, and ensure the safe and reliable operation of the bulk electric system. Candidates for the RC are expected to have knowledge of resource and demand balancing, transmission, emergency preparedness, contingency analysis and reliability, and managing communications and data.

Click here to go to Balancing, Interchange, and Transmission System Operator Certification (BT) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), Balancing, Interchange, and Transmission System Operator Certification (BT) is an intermediate-level credential for professionals who operate bulk electric systems. System Operators monitor power flows, voltages and status of equipment on the transmission system, and ensure the safe and reliable operation of the bulk electric system. Candidates for the BT are expected to have knowledge of resource and demand balancing, transmission, emergency preparedness, contingency analysis and reliability, and managing communications and data.

Click here to go to Transmission System Operator Certification (TO) COOL Snapshot page.

The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), Transmission System Operator Certification (TO) is an intermediate-level credential for professionals who operate bulk electric systems. System Operators monitor power flows, voltages and status of equipment on the transmission system, and ensure the safe and reliable operation of the bulk electric system. Candidates for the TO are expected to have knowledge of resource and demand balancing, transmission, emergency preparedness, contingency analysis and reliability, and managing communications and data.

Click here to go to Balancing and Interchange Operator Certification (BI) COOL Snapshot page.

The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), Balancing and Interchange Operator Certification (BI) is an intermediate-level credential for professionals who operate bulk electric systems. System Operators monitor power flows, voltages and status of equipment on the transmission system, and ensure the safe and reliable operation of the bulk electric system. Candidates for the BI are expected to have knowledge of resource and demand balancing, transmission, emergency preparedness, contingency analysis and reliability, and managing communications and data.

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Most

Credential is directly related to most of the major duties associated with the rating (at least 80%)

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Credential is related to this military occupation, but is more advanced or specialized and therefore will likely require additional education, training, or experience

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Some – Tasks in these careers match some duties of the military job or specialty (greater than 20% but less than 80%)
Bright Outlook – new job opportunities are very likely in the future for this job
Registered Apprenticeship
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