ASNT-9712-Level-II Exam Information and Outline
ASNT 9712 Level II Certification
Syllabus Update Checked on: November 11, 2026
ASNT-9712-Level-II Exam Syllabus & Study Guide
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The information below reflects the 2026 syllabus defined by
ASNT.
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- Examination Structure
- General examination: theory of the NDT method
- Specific examination: codes, standards, specifications and procedures for the industry sector
- Practical examination: performing the method on specimens and writing instructions/reporting
- Methods Covered (one method per certification)
- UT, RT, MT, PT, VT, ET and others
- General Method Knowledge
- Physical principles of the method
- Equipment, materials and calibration
- Techniques and variables affecting the test
- Discontinuity types and their origins
- Specific Knowledge
- Product forms: castings, forgings, welds, wrought products
- Applicable codes and acceptance criteria
- Practical Skills
- Equipment setup and calibration
- Detection, evaluation and recording of indications
- Writing NDT instructions for Level I personnel
- Health, Safety and Personnel Certification Requirements