Detect What Can’t Be Seen.
The Nondestructive Testing (NDT) Technology program prepares students to perform specialized inspections without harming the material or structure under test. Students train in methods such as visual inspection, magnetic particle, liquid penetrant, ultrasonic, eddy current, and radiographic analysis—all aligned with professional standards. Graduates are well-equipped to enter industries like petrochemical, fabrication, aerospace, or power generation as quality control and inspection professionals.
Career Opportunities and Income
Visit sanjac.edu for information regarding career opportunities and potential earnings in the Greater Houston region.
Job Entry Requirements. The College informs all students in this program who may have a criminal background that a criminal history could keep graduates from being licensed by the state of Texas. Students with any questions about their background and licensure may speak with the program’s department chair. This is in accordance with Texas House Bill 1508 amendments to Texas Occupations Code Sec 53.152.
Learning & Career Pathway
This learning pathway - a series of related and “stacked” certificates and degrees - includes the following awards. You can start at any point on the path and earn certificates on your way to completing the degree.
- Nondestructive Testing Technology, Certificate of Technology (6 months)
- Nondestructive Testing Technology, Level 2 Certificate (1.5 years)
- Nondestructive Testing Technology, Associate of Applied Science Degree (2 years)
Learning Outcomes and Career Skills
A student completing the last award in the pathway will be able to:
- Define the terminology used in Nondestructive Testing
- Operate Nondestructive Testing tools and equipment
- Collect and document data
- Interpret and apply Nondestructive Testing codes, standards, or specifications
- Analyze test results and determine fitness for service using Nondestructive Testing techniques
- Apply ethics to work situations
Licensure or Certification
We provide the education to follow certification paths through the American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT), the American Petroleum Institute (API), the American Welding Society (AWS), and the National Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE) International.
Advanced Subjects for Certification
The following three courses require five years of experience before a student can sit for a certification exam. The College designed the courses for both those wanting to gain experience and those preparing to sit for exams.
NDTE 2411 Welding Inspection
NDTE 2439 Pressure Piping and Valve Inspection
NDTE 2440 Pressure Vessel Inspection
Locations
College Admission
San Jacinto College is an open admission institution. All students are welcome to apply and will be admitted to the College. You may begin the process on the College’s “How to Apply” webpage.
Program Admission
There are no additional admission requirements for the Nondestructive Testing Technology program; you only need to complete your application to the College, as noted in “College Admission” above, and follow the enrollment steps.
Plan of Study
4INSP-NDT
| First Term | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| QCTC 1470 | Introduction to the Inspection Industry | 4 |
| METL 1313 | Introduction to Corrosion | 3 |
| NDTE 1410 | Liquid Penetrant, Magnetic Particle and Visual Testing: Level I & II | 4 |
| QCTC 1448 | Metrology and Prints | 4 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Second Term | ||
| QCTC 2331 | Standards and Codes | 3 |
| NDTE 1301 | Radiographic Film Interpretation of Weldments | 3 |
| NDTE 1405 | Introduction to Ultrasonics: Level I & II | 4 |
| METL 1401 | Introduction to Metallurgy | 4 |
| Credits | 14 | |
| Total Credits | 29 | |
Capstone Experience: METL 1401 Introduction to Metallurgy