Thermal cameras are quite different from the point and shoot cameras that most people are used to.
Infrared thermography training helps you to understand how the camera works and how to complete successful infrared thermography surveys.
GTEK Infrared offers three training streams:
Maximise your infrared camera investment with GTEK Infrared Certified Thermography Training.
Our four day training teaches you how to use infrared cameras for successful thermographic surveys.
Learn how to analyse thermal imagery to detect hot spots at different temperature spectrums. And then use this knowledge with practical solutions to monitor and fix the issues you find.
Skills learnt in GTEK’s thermal camera training can be applied in a range of industries:
GTEK can help you with all your Thermal Camera, Thermal Applications, and Thermographic Training needs.
This entry level, half day training course covers IR fundamentals and camera operation with a good mix of practical and theory.
GTEK’s four day, Level 1 certified training provides students with an introduction to thermal imaging and measurement systems.
GTEK’s Level 2 four day certified training is designed for experienced thermographers and troubleshooters. A Level 2 Thermographer has more advanced infrared skills and can use multiple diagnostic tools to determine the root cause of a problem and recommend repairs.
GTEK recently hosted a special guest from FLIR’s acoustic camera division.
David Gambarte is an expert on FLIR’s acoustic imaging cameras including the Si2-Pro, the Si2-PD, and the Si2-LD from the FLIR Si2 Series. David provided a half day training and information course on acoustic cameras. He also provided case studies of acoustic cameras being used in the field for partial discharge, leak detection, and mechanical issues.
If you are interested in attending a future acoustic camera course, please complete the GTEK Infrared form on this page, or call us on 1300 416 626.
To secure a seat, please fill in this training enquiry form. The GTEK team will then be in touch to confirm your registration and to organise payment:
Ergon Energy needed a thermal camera for accurate temperature readings of our high voltage substations and busbar connections.
Ergon monitors the electrical plant and busbar connections for hot connections where a higher resistance produces more heat. To improve workflow with our monitoring and reporting, I reached out to Grant from GTEK Infrared for thermography training for my Engineering Field Support Team.
GTEK was recommended by a colleague and Grant provided excellent training including extensive theory and practical hands-on scenarios.
What I liked about this training was the hard core thermography focus. It wasn’t a hard sell of products that I have experienced in other training and seminars. Grant is very knowledgeable and kept it interesting.
Following the GTEK training, the workflow has definitely improved due to the availability of competent thermographers in our team. The team uses a range of GTEK supplied cameras including the FLIR C3, T640, T840, and Duo Pro R thermal cameras, and the Si124-PD acoustic imaging camera. Customer confidence has also increased in the thermal scan results we provide them.
I would recommend GTEK Infrared’s thermographic training to all substation crews in Ergon, Energex, Powerlink, EQL, and Yurika. Even contractors and railway people. Anyone with a curious mind or in the line of work where thermography would be beneficial.
Phillip Gottke – Ergon Energy
Rockhampton, Central Queensland
GTEK’s introductory course is delivered in half day group sessions. This course is ideal for people interested in buying an IR camera who do not understand how the cameras work. The training is also useful for people who own an infrared camera but are not sure how to use it.
GTEK focusses on three areas to help you get the most out of your camera:
Thermographic imaging qualifications are becoming a prerequisite for tenders offered by the Queensland Government, the Northern Territory Government, and local councils.
GTEK offers advanced training for professionals who want to become certified in thermography or need the qualification to work in their fields.
Our Level 1 ITC Thermography Course is aimed at both new and older infrared camera users. No experience in thermography is necessary! This course offers an introduction to thermal imaging and measurement systems for predictive maintenance applications.
GTEK’s Level 2 IR Thermography Course is designed for practising Level I thermographers who need more advanced skills. This infrared training focuses on strengthening and improving thermography skills for condition monitoring and predictive maintenance applications. Level 2 students must have successfully completed Level 1 thermography training and have a minimum of six months field experience.
Infrared Training Course Benefits:
Grant Law leads GTEK Infrared’s training program. Grant is a licensed ITC Instructor and he trains, educates, and certifies professional users of thermal infrared systems.
Grant gained his ISO 18436-7 standard Level 1 and Category 2 thermographer licence from the Infrared Training Centre (ITC) in Stockholm, Sweden.
In the ITC Thermography Course you will learn how to:
GTEK Infrared’s thermal imaging course will help you avoid costly mistakes. You will learn to distinguish between hotspots and reflections, direct vs. indirect readings, and qualitative vs. quantitative thermography
You will also be challenged with field applications that closely simulate real-world infrared applications.
People completing all training course requirements and a field assignment will receive an ITC Level I Infrared Thermography Certificate.
GTEK Infrared provides Level 1 thermography training on behalf of the Infrared Training Center. Students wishing to further their training can do so direct with the ITC.
The ITC offer globally recognised infrared camera training that is delivered at the International Organization for Standardization ISO 18436-7. ISO is the world’s leading developer of international standards that are designed to be implemented worldwide.
ISO standards include requirements for:
The ISO standard is used rather than the American Society for Non-destructive Testing (ASNT) standard. This is because the ASNT recommended practice document is used by employers to create written practice against which they are responsible to train, examine, and certify their own employees.
In contrast to the International Standards, the written practice developed is unique to a company and cannot be applied globally. Also, a valid certificate in accordance with SNT-TC-1A is issued by the employer rather than a training body.
All ITC thermographers are certified against one or more of the following standards:
