Category One Infrared Thermography Course

Are you confident you're capturing and interpreting thermal images correctly?

Most thermography mistakes happen in the setup and interpretation - not the camera.

Thermal imaging looks simple - but it isn't. On the surface, thermal cameras seem straightforward: point, capture, interpret. But in reality, accurate thermography depends on factors most users overlook including:

• Distance-to-spot ratio
• Emissivity of different materials
• Reflections and environmental influences
• Camera settings and calibration
• Interpreting thermal patterns vs actual faults

When these aren't properly understood, results can be misleading. And that's where most mistakes happen.

Category One Infrared Thermography Training (Brisbane)

This five (5) day, hands-on course goes beyond basic camera operation to build real confidence in accurate thermography. Delivered by AIR Australia - an approved training provider of the Australian Institute of Non-Destructive Testing - this course is built around practical, real-world application, not just theory.

Category One thermography training is commonly accepted by insurers and asset owners as evidence of competency when carrying out thermal inspections.

Who this course is for

• Electricians and electrical contractors
• Maintenance electricians and plant maintenance staff
• Condition monitoring technicians
• Engineering technicians and asset inspectors
• Thermal imaging users across industrial environments
• Businesses looking to incorporate thermography into their services

What you'll actually learn

The goal isn't just to use a thermal camera - it's to understand what it's telling you. To build this understanding, this course covers the fundamentals of:

• Basic Thermal Physics
• Basic Heat Transfer Theory
• Electromagnetic Radiation
• Infrared Explained
• The Infrared Image (how it is formed and interpreted)
• Qualitative Thermography
• Infrared Radiation Physics
• Imaging & Analysis Factors
• Applications across Industry
• Software for image analysis and reporting

What you'll be able to do

• Capture and interpret thermal images with confidence
• Avoid common errors caused by emissivity, distance, and reflections
• Identify real faults vs misleading thermal patterns
• Make decisions based on evidence - not guesswork

This is what separates basic camera use from professional thermography.

Training format

Class sizes are limited to 8 students, to ensure hands-on learning and direct instructor support.

If this is making you rethink how you use thermal imaging, you're exactly who this training is designed for!

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