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Technical Associates Board of Certification (TABofC)
TWO CERTIFICATION OPTIONS
TESTING
FORMAT
REFERENCE
DOCUMENT
PASS
GRADE
RENEWAL
PERIOD
RENEWAL FEE
REQUIRED?
ANNUAL FEE
REQUIRED?
CERTIFICATION
ASNT Compliant
SNT-TC-1A
Closed Book
70%
Does not Expire
No
No
ISO Compliant
18436-2
Closed Book
70%
Valid for 5 Years
Yes
No
WHAT CERTIFICATION WILL YOU RECEIVE?
If You Attend
This Seminar
AND you pass the
Closed Book Exam
Entry
ISO Category I
Analysis I
ASNT & ISO Category II
Analysis II
ASNT & ISO Category III
if you have Category II
Analysis III
ASNT
Advanced
ISO Category IV
if you have Category III
WHY YOU SHOULD BE CERTIFIED:
Today, most organizations consider vibration certification to be very important. Certification gives management a solid feel for evaluating the proficiency of their Vibration Analysts while allowing the individuals to receive recognition for the expertise achieved as their experience grows. Many employers include certification in job descriptions and make it a requirement for new employees. Certification can also have a positive impact on reducing company insurance premiums covering critical rotating machinery assets.
WHY YOU SHOULD BE CERTIFIED THROUGH TABofC:
Technical Associates Board of Certification has now certified over 15,000 persons from 60 different countries over the past 29 years since 1989. Our certification has worldwide recognition and is transferable from one company to another and across international borders. The content of both the seminar texts and written examinations provides real-world problem scenarios which closely simulate those faced by the analysts on a daily basis.
ISO COMPLIANT CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
| Classification | T.A. Seminar | Prerequisite | Experience* | Training Hours** |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category I | Entry | None | 6 months | 30 hours |
| Category II | Analysis I | None | 18 months | 38 hours over Category I |
| Category III | Analysis II | Category II | 36 months | 38 hours over Category II |
| Category IV | Analysis III & Advanced |
Category III | 60 months | 64 hours over Category III |
*Required cumulative experience per ISO 18436-2
**The total number of hours can be a combination of formal training, demonstrations, trainer-specified practical exercises and controlled self-study. Training hours for attending an ISO compliant vibration analysis seminar prior to the exam date may be included.
VIBRATION CERTIFICATION RENEWAL NOTICE
As per the ISO 18436-2 standard, ISO compliant certifications are valid for 5 years and the expiration date is indicated on your certificate. You may apply for renewal of your certification during the 6-month period prior to that date. It is important that you continually update your contact information throughout the 5-year period so that we will be able to get in touch with you 4.5 years later when it is time to renew your certification.
TRAINING IS PARTIAL PREPARATION FOR THE CERTIFICATION EXAMINATION. CERTIFICATION EXAM IS “OPTIONAL” AND WILL BE OFFERED ON FRIDAY MORNING. CANDIDATES WILL NEED TO COMPLETE AN APPLICATION AND BE APPROVED.
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