Course Reference Number : TGS-2023018852
Funding Validity Period : 10 Feb 2023 to 07 Feb 2027
Training Mode : Class-Room
About This Course:
At the end of the course, candidates will have knowledge of: Understand factors which influence the quality of fusion welds in steels Recognise characteristics of commonly used welding processes in relation to quality control Interpret drawing instructions and symbols to ensure that specifications are met Set up and report on inspection of welds, macrosections, and other mechanical tests Assess and report on welds to acceptance levels Confirm that incoming material meets stipulated requirements and recognise the effects on weld quality of departure from specification
What You'll Learn
This course will teach you the duties and responsibilities of a welding inspector including fusion welding processes, typical weld defects, types of steel (including carbon-manganese, low alloy and stainless steels), the hardening of steels, weldability, heat treatment, and parent metal defects. The programme also includes visual inspection, the testing of parent metals and welds, and destructive and non-destructive test techniques. Learners will also learn welder and procedure approval, codes and standards, and an outline of safe working practices.
Certified Welding Inspectors (CWIs) determine if a weldment meets the acceptance criteria of a specific code, standard, or other specification; handle qualification records; oversee non-destructive testing; and ensure proper materials are available during testing. Watch the video below to learn more about becoming AWS Certified.
Being a CWI requires a remarkable amount of knowledge and experience, and the challenging and comprehensive nature of the CWI exam reflects this. To have a better shot at making the cut, most CWI hopefuls opt to take part in a five-day seminar that allows them to receive guidance and exam preparation from Cutech-vetted instructors.
The CWI Pre-Seminar cover the fundamental welding concepts and principles that every CWI needs to know. As its name implies, the Pre-Seminar is designed to bolster and solidify the knowledge base of prospective welding inspectors in preparation for the instructor-led seminar, and, ultimately, the CWI examination.
All personnel responsible for making decisions, exercising judgments applicable to welding operations in power generation, petrochemical, oil and gas, fertilizer, shipbuilding and maintenance, structural fabrication, offshore & onshore structure fabrication…etc.
The AWS-CWI (Certified Welding Inspector) is a well-known certification, equally at the national & international level, and top companies always depend on this AWS-CWI certification when ensuring the highest level of quality of employee.
With Cutech, you will find this career path lucrative and worthwhile. This AWS-CWI certification can take you to a career that is engaging and promising on all levels. If you require a steady career where you will thrive and reach your goal, then the AWS-CWI certification is for you.
Upon meeting the attendance and assessment(s) criteria, participants will be awarded with a digital Statement of Attainment (SOA), accredited by SkillsFuture Singapore.
Upon meeting at least 75% attendance and passing the assessment(s), participants will receive a Certificate of Completion from Cutech.
Certified Welding Inspector Program
A CWI candidate is required to pass the three CWI exams to achieve the CWI certification. AWS conducts the Part A (Fundamentals) and the Part C (Code Book) exams via computer-based testing (CBT) at Prometric Test Centers, and administers the Part B (Practical) exam at locations across the United States where AWS educational seminars are held.
Part A: Fundamentals Exam*
The Part A Fundamentals Exam contains 150 questions that cover all topics related to the following:
Part B: Practical Exam*
The Part B Practical Exam for CAWI/CWI consists of hands-on activities using equipment provided by AWS, and 46 questions related to those activities. Activities include:
Part C: Code Book Exam*
Part C of the CWI exam is an open-book test that establishes the participant’s ability to locate and understand information in the code book. The 50 to 60 exam questions are based on the code book editions listed below.
Candidates are permitted to bring one of the following code books to the Part C exam:
*To obtain the CWI credential, candidates are required to earn a minimum score of 72% on each part of the exam (Part A: Fundamentals, Part B: Practical, and Part C: Code Book).
Review the AWS Certification and Qualification Standards for more detail:
The AWS-CWI Examination consists of three parts:
1. Fundamentals – Part A (Computer-Based Testing/Prometric Exam Centers)
2. Practical – Part B (Practical Exam (Non-Computer Based)
3. Code Book Examination – Part C (Computer-Based Testing/Prometric Exam Centers)
For candidates scoring 72% and above, AWS will award the certificate as “Certified Welding Inspector”. The candidates scoring less than 72% but more than 60%, will be issued certificate as “Certified Associate Welding Inspector”. For scoring less than 60%, no certificate is issued.
Candidates who intend to renew CWI certification after 9 years can appear for a 9 year re-certification practical examination, to get renewed AWS-CWI certificate. Re-Examination If you are taking the re-exam for CWI certification and the average of the three parts of your initial exam was less than 72%, you are required to retest all three parts.
If your average was ≥ 72% on your initial exam, you may retest only the parts on which you failed to achieve the CWI passing grade. Your first retest must occur within one year following the date of your initial exam; otherwise, you must provide evidence of 40 hours of additional training before being allowed to retest. If a second or third retest is required, you must provide evidence of 40 hours of additional training before being allowed to retest in each case. A maximum of three retests are permitted in the three-year period from your initial exam date.
9-year Recertification If you took the CWI Part B exam or an endorsement exam for 9-year recertification and failed the 72% minimum, you are permitted to retest only the same exam under the rules noted in the previous paragraph. You are not permitted to switch to another 9-year recertification option once you have committed to recertifying by examination.
CAWI to CWI Upgrading CAWI’s are not eligible for renewal. A CAWI may hold the CAWI certification for a three year period. CAWI shall reappear for the exams and score minimum of 72% in each part; Part A, Part B and Part C to upgrade to CWI before the third year of the CAWI certification. Regular Renewal Candidate must provide a renewal application, proof for current work and visual acuity record.
Computer-Based Testing/Prometric Exam Centers
AWS conducts the CWI Part A (Fundamentals) and Part C (Code Book) exams via computer-based testing (CBT) at more than 450 Prometric Exam Centers across the globe.
CWI Education and Experience
To qualify to earn the CWI credential, candidates must pass a vision test and have a combination of qualifying education and work experience, with supporting documentation.
MINIMUM EDUCATION |
MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE |
Bachelor or higher degree in welding engineering or welding technology - four (4) years maximum substitution |
Minimum of one (1) year welding based work experience |
Associate or higher degree in welding or non-welding related engineering technology, engineering, or a physical science - three (3) years maximum substitution |
Minimum of two (2) years welding based work experience |
Engineering/Technical courses that can be applied to Bachelor or higher degree in Welding - two (2) years maximum substitution |
Minimum of three (3) years welding based work experience |
Trade/Vocational courses - one (1) year maximum substitution for successfully completed courses |
Minimum of four (4) years welding based work experience |
High school diploma or approved high school equivalency diploma |
Minimum of five (5) years welding based work experience |
8th grade level of schooling |
Minimum of nine (9) years welding based work experience |
Less than 8th grade |
Minimum of twelve (12) years welding based work experience |
Scientific Calculator
Safety Boots
Inspection Tools for Welding Inspection
AWS CERTIFICATION:
Candidates MUST bring their AWS Wallet Card.
If you do not have a wallet card bring some other form of identification showing a photograph, i.e. IC or Passport or Photo Driving Licence or National ID.
All other equipment and relevant training materials are provided by Cutech.