ITC Category 1 Thermography Training 

Learn everything you need to get started as an infrared thermographer the right way with the Infrared Training Centre’s Category I certification course, 

Based on established ISO 18436-7 and ASNT CP-105 guidelines, a Level I/Category I certification course gives you all the tools you need to begin your journey as a safe, capable thermographer. A Category I certification allows you to maximise your investment in infrared cameras and adds tremendous value to your organisation or business. 

ITC Category 1 topics 

In this certification course, you’ll learn how infrared cameras create and capture images, how to take accurate temperature measurements with an infrared camera, and all of the foundation science you’ll need to get the most out of your camera. 

You’ll discover how to conduct safe thermographic inspections in a variety of common use cases and create basic reports so you can share your findings with team members, customers, and other stakeholders.

Other topics Include: 

• The factors that make thermal images look the way they do and how these factors influence temperature measurement accuracy. 

• Infrared image analysis and interpretation techniques. 

• The basics of infrared science concepts such as emissivity, reflected apparent temperature, heat transfer, and the influence of the atmosphere. 

• Inspection technique fundamentals, including advice on data collection, how to approach diverse types of inspections, and important safety considerations. 

• Information to include in a report (per ISO 18434-1) and how to use thermal analysis software to quickly create simple, easy-to-understand reports. 

• Firsthand exercises that let you get practical experiences of the theoretical concepts taught throughout the week.  

• Vital application-specific insights for electrical, mechanical, and building inspections. 

• End of course exam, 60 question multiple choice questions. 

 In-Person ITC Category 1 Certification Course  

For all Category 1 training courses, all course documentation is digital (Editable PDF). Once a student account has been setup by the Infrared Training Centre, the course documents will be available to the student to download.  

In order to get the maximum benefit from ITC courses, students find it beneficial to work with their own camera. You must where possible bring your IR camera and laptop to the course.  

For software updates, free downloads and technical support logon to the FLIR help website. 

Optional: BINDT Certification Exam: ISO18436 PCN CMGEN APPB 60 questions Multiple choice. 

In Person Dates 

 Online ITC Category 1 Certification Course 

Classes are presented via Zoom.gov and are presented live by one of the ITC instructors covering all subjects that would normally be found in a cat 1 customer facing class. The only real difference will be that the training session will be presented using the Zoom platform. 

Student classes are dynamic with all attendees having video and sound options enabled by the host during the training session. There will be practical demonstrations throughout the training session and discussions on related topics, practical online workbook for students to complete and a secure online exam. 

Online Dates 

All ITC Category 1 Thermography Online dates are 4 Days Online including the exam. 

Enquire Now for Level 1 ITC Accredited Thermographic Training 

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