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This online training (OLT) teaches you foundational knowledge in inspecting composite structures and overseeing contractor inspection processes. You will learn about the various inspection methods used and their capabilities, and the common flaws and defects found in composites. You will learn how to perform Government Contract Quality Assurance (GCQA) of the contractor’s nondestructive testing (NDT) processes. You will look at the three types of failures – improper design, improper manufacturing, and improper use – and some well-known failures from each category. Finally, you will learn how to the fundamentals of performing a failure analysis, including the role of GCQA as part a failure analysis.
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Objectives
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Target Attendees
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DCMA personnel responsible for administering contracts with composite materials.
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Prerequisite(s)
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See the Notes section of this course's concept card for the recommended prerequisite(s).
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Predecessor Course(s)
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Course Length
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To Be Determined
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Additional Course Information
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| Delivery Mode |
Online Training
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| Equivalent Courses |
N/A |
| Availability |
All
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| PDS Code |
A84 |
| Walk-ins Authorized |
N/A
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| Pre-work required |
No
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| First Offering |
4/9/2025
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| Required for: |
None
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| ACE Recommended Credits |
None |
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Continuous Education Units |
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| Continuous Learning Points |
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| Reservist Retirement Points |
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Historical Allocations |
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| Fulfillment Eligible |
N/A
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| Technical Requirements |
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Notes
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POINTS WILL BE DETERMINED ON OR ABOUT 13 MAY 2025. This course will be available to DSCU and FAI students after points are assigned to the course.
Recommended Prerequisite:
- CMQ 1070 Introduction to Composite Structures
Additional Notes:
- Any exams in this course must be passed with a minimum score of 80%.
- There is no time limit for completing this course.
- After completing the course, please be sure to complete the survey at the end.
- The Continuous Learning Points (CLPs) assigned to this learning activity may be used to meet professional certification and/or licensure requirements, for example, Professional Development Units (PDUs), Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits, etc.
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