ITC Cat I Thermography Online Course, ISO18436 (Level 1)
The ITC Category I Thermography Online Course is designed for professionals who want to use thermal imaging safely, accurately and in line with recognised international standards. Aligned to ISO 18436, this Level 1 qualification provides the foundational knowledge needed to carry out basic thermographic inspections and understand thermal images with confidence.
Delivered online in a structured, tutor-led format, the course is suitable for electricians, maintenance engineers, facilities professionals and building specialists who need to identify thermal anomalies, reduce risk and improve fault detection. It focuses on correct camera use, core infrared principles and reliable reporting, ensuring your inspections are both technically sound and professionally credible.
Why take the ITC Category I Thermography qualification?
This qualification gives you a recognised entry point into professional thermography. Rather than relying on guesswork or camera automation, you learn how thermal images are formed, what influences accuracy, and how to interpret results correctly. That knowledge is critical when inspections inform safety decisions, maintenance planning or compliance work.
We deliver the ITC Cat I course as a complete, online training package that mirrors classroom-based learning. You benefit from structured tuition, real-world inspection examples and clear alignment with ISO standards, allowing you to apply thermography confidently within your trade or organisation from day one.
ITC Category I Thermography course syllabus
This course covers the essential theory and practical principles required for Level 1 thermographic inspection work. It focuses on understanding infrared measurement, using thermal cameras correctly and recognising common thermal patterns across typical applications.
The syllabus includes:
- Fundamentals of infrared theory and heat transfer principles
- Emissivity, reflectivity and sources of measurement error
- Thermal camera operation, settings and limitations
- Image capture techniques and best practices
- Basic inspection methods for electrical, mechanical and building applications
- Interpreting thermograms and recognising abnormal conditions
- Introduction to standards, procedures and safe working practices
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ITC Category I is an entry-level thermography qualification aligned with ISO 18436. It covers the fundamentals of infrared theory, camera operation and basic inspection techniques.
Yes. The course aligns with ISO 18436, an internationally recognised standard for condition monitoring and thermography training.
You do not need to own a thermal camera to attend, although familiarity with basic inspection environments is beneficial.
This qualification is commonly used by electricians, maintenance engineers, facilities managers and surveyors involved in inspection, testing and condition monitoring.
Level 1 allows you to perform basic thermographic inspections in line with defined procedures, typically as part of a wider maintenance or inspection programme.
Online thermography refresher options are available for those who need to update or reinforce existing knowledge.
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