Course overview
Time-of-Flight Diffraction (TOFD) Masterclass is a senior-level masterclass on strategy and performance in Time-of-Flight Diffraction (TOFD). It covers the principles, the requirements of AWS D1.1, ASME IX, ISO 9712 and ASNT SNT-TC-1A, and the practical methods used on site, with case studies from operations in the Gulf, Africa and worldwide. Available online, in the classroom in 60 cities, or in-house.
What participants will be able to do
- Explain the principles, terminology and scope of Time-of-Flight Diffraction (TOFD)
- Apply the relevant requirements of AWS D1.1, ASME IX, ISO 9712 and ASNT SNT-TC-1A
- Use practical tools, checklists and calculations with confidence
- Recognise common problems, risks and root causes and choose the right corrective action
- Build a business case and roadmap their leadership team can act on
Who should attend
Designed for welding engineers, inspectors, NDT technicians and materials specialists in senior and leadership roles.
Course outline (5 days)
- Day 1: Strategic view of Time-of-Flight Diffraction (TOFD)Trends, regulation and what leading companies do differently
- Day 2: Benchmarking and performanceKPIs, maturity models and gap analysis
- Day 3: Lessons from major incidents and projectsDecision points that changed outcomes
- Day 4: Leading the changeBuilding the business case, budget and team capability
- Day 5: Masterclass forumExpert panel, peer exchange and personal roadmap
What the 10-day edition adds
- Day 6: Applied project, part 1Apply the week-one methods to a case from your organisation
- Day 7: Data and digital toolsSoftware, spreadsheets and digital tools used in practice
- Day 8: Lessons from incidents and auditsWhat investigations and audit findings teach
- Day 9: Applied project, part 2Complete, test and refine your solution
- Day 10: Presentations and final assessmentPresent to the group and complete the final assessment
Training method and certificate
Interactive sessions, practical exercises, case studies and pre- and post-course assessments. Participants receive a Qimma Global Training certificate of completion stating the training hours (30 hours for 5 days, 60 hours for 10 days). Delivered in English or Arabic.
Dates 2027–2030
None of these dates work? We run this course for your team on the date and in the place you choose.
| Dates | City | Duration | Fee | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25–29 Apr 2027 | Riyadh Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 15–26 Aug 2027 | Alexandria Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 6–10 Sep 2027 | Zurich Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 26 Sep – 7 Oct 2027 | Algiers Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 25–29 Oct 2027 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 6–10 Feb 2028 | Doha Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 28 Feb – 10 Mar 2028 | Johannesburg Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 20–24 Mar 2028 | Cape Town Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 8–19 May 2028 | Luanda Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 26–30 Jun 2028 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 14–18 May 2029 | Baku Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 20–31 Aug 2029 | Munich Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 3–7 Sep 2029 | Bangkok Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 23 Sep – 4 Oct 2029 | Sharm El Sheikh Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 1–5 Oct 2029 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 21–25 Jan 2030 | Luanda Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 4–15 Feb 2030 | Lisbon Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 11–15 Mar 2030 | Amsterdam Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 27 May – 7 Jun 2030 | Athens Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 30 Sep – 4 Oct 2030 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
Related courses
- QGT-WLD-103Welding Procedure & Welder Qualification (WPS/PQR)Foundation
- QGT-WLD-108Time-of-Flight Diffraction (TOFD)Foundation
- QGT-WLD-131Time-of-Flight Diffraction (TOFD): Advanced LevelAdvanced
- QGT-WLD-140Metallurgy for Non-Metallurgists: Advanced LevelAdvanced
- QGT-WLD-154Time-of-Flight Diffraction (TOFD): Practical WorkshopPractical workshop