CSWIP 3.1u Interactive Theory Course
18 modules, the whole syllabus
Understand the why before you drill the what. The theory behind offshore inspection in plain language, with every concept tied to what the examiners actually test.
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The 3.1u syllabus, explained the way a diver learns it
- 18 modules, 5 to 8 short lessons each
- An exam tip box in every lesson
- A five-question check after every lesson
- A module quiz at the end of each module
- An AI Tutor in every lesson
- Diagrams, and exam traps flagged inline
- Works offshore on slow satellite links
- 12 months access, 30 day money back
Only what is in the syllabus, only what gets tested
The existing CSWIP material is dense and dated. This course is not the full manual. It is the theory you need to understand, not just repeat, cut to what the exam actually asks.
Every lesson covers one focused topic. Every lesson tells you what the examiners want from it. Every lesson checks you got it before you move on.
- Read the lesson. Three to five minutes, one topic, plain language.
- Read the tip box. That is the exam talking.
- Take the check. Five questions. If you miss one, the tutor is one tap away.
What divers say
This is exactly what anyone aiming to excel in 3.1u, 3.2u, and 3.4u needs. With the author's extensive experience, I consider him a true expert, as he is incredibly knowledgeable and detailed in his work... it's wonderful how approachable the author is, even with his busy schedule.
Okoro OtaWhat an insightful and helpful course, it has really helped me prepare for the upcoming 3.1u.
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All 18 modules, in syllabus order
Same module numbers as the Q&A Exam Prep and the Flashcard Trainer, so the three parts reinforce each other. Work through in order, or jump to the module your exam date needs.
- Offshore Structures and Terminology
- Structural Loading
- Deterioration of Offshore Steel
- Deterioration of Offshore Concrete
- Marine Growth
- The Science of Corrosion
- Types of Corrosion
- Factors Affecting Corrosion Rates
- Corrosion Protection Methods
- Corrosion Protection Monitoring
- Welding Principles and Weld Defects
- Ultrasonic Inspection
- Other NDT Methods Used Offshore
- Photography
- Video Inspection
- Inspection and Measurement Methods
- Inspection Management, QA/QC and Reporting
- Cleaning and Remedial Grinding
The AI Tutor
A tutor button in the corner of every lesson. Tap it and ask a question about the topic in front of you. What does ALARP stand for. Why does that defect matter. What would the examiner want here.
It only answers on CSWIP content, so it stays on the syllabus. It works at three in the morning on a vessel, when there is no instructor to ask.
Built by a diver, for divers
I am Sean Fraenkel. I have 25 years offshore as an air and saturation diver, and I hold CSWIP 3.4u and 3.2u.
I built NDTPrep because I have sat these exams myself, and I know how divers usually prepare. A rotation or two before the exam, out comes the thick notebook, the highlighters and every old exam paper you can get your hands on, often memorising answers without knowing whether they are even correct.
NDTPrep gives you the theory, explains what you actually need to understand, and then lets you test yourself with structured questions and practice. You are learning the subject, not memorising somebody else's old answers.
Questions divers ask me
Do I need the Q&A and Flashcards as well?
The Theory course is where you learn it. The Q&A is where you find out what stuck, and the Flashcards are where you lock it in. It is a loop, not a line, and you can start anywhere. If you want all three together, the Complete Study System bundles them.
Is this the whole CSWIP manual?
No, on purpose. The manual covers everything. This course covers only what is in the syllabus and only what gets tested, in plain language, with the exam traps flagged. That is faster and it sticks.
How long does it take?
Each lesson is 3 to 5 minutes. Each module is 5 to 8 lessons plus a quiz. Most divers do a module a day and get through the lot in three to four weeks.
Can I use it offshore on my phone?
Yes. It was built for slow satellite links. It runs in your phone browser, so you can read a lesson in the bell, on the boat, or in your bunk.
How long do I get access?
12 months from the day you buy.
What if it is not for me?
You have 30 days. If it is not working for you, tell me and I will refund you in full. No questions.
Learn the theory. Pass the exam.
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