ISO TS 25107-2019 PDF

Full title and description

ISO/TS 25107:2019 — Non‑destructive testing — NDT training syllabuses. This technical specification provides harmonized requirements and recommendations for the design of training syllabuses for personnel performing non‑destructive testing (NDT), covering a range of NDT methods and aiming to establish minimum, structured training requirements that support eligibility for third‑party qualification and certification.

Abstract

The document gives requirements and recommendations for NDT training syllabuses to harmonize and maintain the general standard of training of NDT personnel for industrial needs. It establishes minimum requirements for effective, structured training so personnel can be eligible for qualification examinations leading to third‑party certification. Guidelines cover general NDT and specific methods including acoustic emission, eddy current, leak testing, magnetic, penetrant, radiographic, ultrasonic, visual, thermographic and strain gauge testing. ISO/TS 25108 provides complementary guidance for NDT training organisations.

General information

• Status: Published.
• Publication date: 2019-09 (published 21 September 2019).
• Publisher: International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
• ICS / categories: 19.100 (Non‑destructive testing).
• Edition / version: Edition 1 (2019).
• Number of pages: 97 pages (ISO official publication).

Scope

ISO/TS 25107:2019 specifies requirements and recommendations for preparing NDT training syllabuses applicable across industrial sectors. Its scope is to define the minimum content and structure of syllabuses for initial and continued training in general NDT and for specific NDT methods so that trained personnel are prepared to sit qualification examinations and obtain third‑party certification according to recognised standards. The specification is intended for use by training organisations, certification bodies and industry stakeholders involved in personnel competency.

Key topics and requirements

• Harmonized syllabus structure and content for NDT courses (general and method‑specific).
• Minimum training objectives and recommended training elements to support competence development.
• Coverage of specific NDT methods: acoustic emission, eddy current, leak testing, magnetic testing, penetrant, radiographic, ultrasonic, visual, thermographic and strain gauge testing.
• Guidance to ensure training prepares candidates for qualification examinations and third‑party certification schemes.
• Alignment and cross‑reference to requirements for NDT training organisations (see ISO/TS 25108).

Typical use and users

Primary users are NDT training organisations, certification bodies, employers with in‑house NDT programmes, quality and inspection managers, NDT instructors and engineers responsible for personnel qualification. Regulatory bodies and standardization committees may also reference the specification when defining training and certification frameworks. The specification is used to design course syllabuses, to benchmark training content and to harmonize training across organisations and jurisdictions.

Related standards

Related and complementary documents include ISO/TS 25108 (requirements and recommendations for NDT training organisations) and ISO 9712 (qualification and certification of NDT personnel). The specification superseded or replaced earlier guidance in ISO/TR 25107:2006 and has been adopted as a PD CEN/EN‑level deliverable in some regions.

Keywords

non‑destructive testing; NDT; training syllabus; personnel training; qualification; certification; acoustic emission; eddy current; leak testing; magnetic testing; penetrant testing; radiographic testing; ultrasonic testing; visual testing; thermography; strain gauge testing.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: ISO/TS 25107:2019 is a technical specification titled "Non‑destructive testing — NDT training syllabuses" that provides requirements and recommendations for developing NDT training syllabuses used to prepare personnel for qualification examinations and third‑party certification.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers the recommended content and structure of training syllabuses for general NDT and for specific NDT methods (acoustic emission, eddy current, leak testing, magnetic, penetrant, radiographic, ultrasonic, visual, thermographic and strain gauge testing), plus guidance to ensure training supports eligibility for certification.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: NDT training organisations, certification bodies, employers and industry quality/inspection managers, instructors and engineers involved in NDT personnel development and certification. Regulatory authorities and standards committees also refer to it when setting training expectations.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: The specification was published in September 2019 (published 21 September 2019) and, according to ISO, it was last reviewed and confirmed in 2023, therefore the 2019 edition remained current at the time of the ISO record review. The ISO lifecycle shows a systematic review schedule and indicates the work item ISO/AWI 25107 is under development for a future revision. For reference: confirmed on 17 February 2023 (systematic review outcome) and entry shows "to be revised" in the ISO lifecycle.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: It is part of a family of NDT‑related ISO deliverables addressing personnel, training and organisational requirements. Notably ISO/TS 25108 complements ISO/TS 25107 by addressing requirements for NDT training organisations; ISO 9712 covers qualification and certification of NDT personnel. Earlier guidance was provided in ISO/TR 25107:2006.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: Key keywords include: NDT, non‑destructive testing, training syllabus, personnel training, qualification, certification, acoustic emission, eddy current, magnetic testing, penetrant testing, radiography, ultrasonic, visual, thermography and strain gauge testing.