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Welding Inspection and Certification

The document discusses the role and responsibilities of welding inspectors. It covers topics like the need for inspector training, certification, and broad knowledge of welding, codes, and non-destructive testing. The document also outlines the AWS certification process and requirements to become a Certified Welding Inspector.

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Welding Inspection and Certification

The document discusses the role and responsibilities of welding inspectors. It covers topics like the need for inspector training, certification, and broad knowledge of welding, codes, and non-destructive testing. The document also outlines the AWS certification process and requirements to become a Certified Welding Inspector.

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Module 1 - 1

Module 1

Welding
Inspection and
Certification
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Introduction - 1 of 2

Increasing Need for Weld Quality


Safety Issues
Jurisdiction and Statutory Regulations
Competition
Less Conservative Designs

Inspector - Primary Responsibility to


Ensure Weld Quality

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Introduction - 2 of 2

The Welding Inspector Must Have:


Training and Experience
Broad Knowledge and Skills
Certification

AWS Certification - QC1-96


Visual Inspection Only

One Approach to Training is WIT

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AWS QC 1 - 96
Visual
Inspection
Only
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Welding
Inspection
Technology
(WIT)

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WIT Course Modules - 1 of


2

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1
2
3
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Welding Inspection & Certification


Safe Practices for Welding Inspectors
Metal Joining and Cutting Processes
Weld Joint Geometry & Symbols
Documents Governing Welding
Inspection and Qualification

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WIT Course Modules - 2 of


2

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Metal Properties and Destructive Testing


Metric Practice for Welding Inspection
Welding Metallurgy for the Welding
Inspector
9 - Weld and Base Metal Discontinuities
10 -Visual Inspection & other NDE Methods

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Body of Knowledge - 1 of
2

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Welding Inspection
ANSI/AWS A1.1 - Metric Practice Guide for
the Welding Industry
ANSI/AWS A2.4 - Standard Symbols for
Welding, Brazing, &
Nondestructive
Examination
ANSI/AWS A3.0 - Standard Welding Terms &
Definitions

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Body of Knowledge - 2 of
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ANSI/AWS B1.10 Guide for the Nondestructive


Inspection of Welds
ANSI/AWS B1.11 Guide for the Visual
Inspection of Welds
ANSI/ASC Z49.1 Safety in Welding, Cutting, &
Allied Processes
ANSI/AWS QC1:96 - Standard for AWS Certification
of Welding Inspectors

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Who Is the Welding


Inspector?

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A responsible person who:


Determines Weld Quality to a
Specification
May be an overseer of others
May be a inspection and test
specialist
Or, a combination of the above

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The Welding Inspector


A Person Who Brings KASH to the
Job.

Knowledge
Attitude
Skills
Habits
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Knowledge
Of Drawings
Of Codes, Standards, &
Specifications
Of Welding Terms
Of Welding Processes
Of Testing Methods

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Professional Attitude
Fair
Impartial
Consistent
Commitment

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Skills
Inspection Experience
Welding Experience
Training in Welding Metallurgy

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Habits
Record keeping
Physical condition
Good vision

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Ethical Requirements
Common Sense
Honesty
Integrity

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Public Statements
Avoid if Possible
Never for Personal Publicity
Get Legal Advice

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Effective
Communicati
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the Key to
Avoiding
Errors
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The Welding
Inspector
Must
Communicat
e With
Various
Groups
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NDE Personnel
The Welding Inspector Must Have:
Knowledge of NDE Methods
Knowledge of NDE Certifications, e.g.,
ASNT
AWS
EN
Local Statutory Codes and Standards

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ASNT
Recommende
d Practice for
Certification
of NDE
Personnel
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AWS CWI & NDE


Certification

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AWS Programs available through


Moody:
SCWI, CWI, CAWI
PT, MT, UT, RI

Contact Moody for more information

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AWS QC 1 - 96
Study
Reference

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Experience Required
SCWI
CWI
CAWI

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5 years minimum
2 years minimum

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CWI and
CAWI Wallet
Cards

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CWI Exam

A- Fundamentals - 2 hrs.
150 questions closed book

B - Practical - 2 hrs.
46 questions, measurements, calculations

C - Code - 2 hrs.
46 questions, open book

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Code Options for CWI


Exam

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AWS D1.1 - Structural - 98 or 00


Edition
AWS D1.5
- Bridge 95 or 96
Edition
AWS D15.1 - Railroad 93 Edition
API 1104
- Pipeline 19th
Edition

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Exam Success
Must Pass All Three Parts With:
72% Minimum for CWI ( 71.7% )
50% Minimum for CAWI

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AWS A 3.0
Study
Reference

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