Short Courses are in-person sessions led by experienced, certified instructors. Designed to be interactive and application-focused, they offer practical, job-relevant skills. Our instructors are experts in their fields, bringing both industry knowledge and hands-on experience. Full day courses include NRCan certification exams for either Level 1 or Levels 1 and 2 in X-ray Florescent (XRF).

Please note, Short Courses are not included with any Conference Passes and must be purchased separately

 

XRF Level 1 and Level 1 and 2 course is brought to you by MFE Inspection

XRF Level 1 or Level 1 and 2

  • This XRF training course is designed to introduce the student to XRF problem solving and investigation. The course aids you in knowing how to detect and determine the amount of elements within a substance. The course will cover the fundamentals of XRF, safety and hands-on practice. Basic principles and applications of XRF will be introduced through a lecture and practical workshop (lab). This course will cover NRCan's NDTC XRF Operator Program for theory and practical sections based on Health Canada Safety Code 32 and ISO 20807. It is a great starting point for any individual or company that is looking at integrating XRF technology into their business.

    The training provided in this course is required to achieve XRF Operator Certification with the NDT Certifying Agency. Health Canada requires any individual that wants to operate or possess an open-beam x-ray emitting device within Canada to be certified with Natural Resources Canada-NDT Certifying Agency.

  • Pre-study

    • a study guide will be sent out to candidates to study before they start the course.

    • an application package will be sent out

    Theory (3 hours)

    Practical (1 hour)

    Certification Exams

  • Registration will be at the Conference Registration Desk starting at 8:00am.

    Class starts at 8:30am.

    Pre-course study guides and application packages are sent available in your CINDE account after you register for the course.

    Applications must be complete and are sent in with your certification exams.

    Students can choose between Level 1 ($450) or Levels 1 & 2 ($500) training.

    Duration: 8 hours

  • Andrew Noblett has been with MFE Inspection Solutions for close to 3 years. He has 15 years of experience with the Thermo Scientific Niton XRF Analyzers in sales, training, and application roles, supporting Alloy/PMI, Mining, and Environmental applications. He lives in Mono, Ontario with his wife and two daughters. He enjoys hiking, golf, and continues to hold out hope for the Toronto Maple Leafs.