Welding Processes-CW Inspector, Part-2 -SAW/GMAW/FCAW/EGW

🚧 Certified Welding Inspector Examination Preparation Training Course - AWS, Module-1: Welding Processes (SAW/GMAW/FCAW/EGW) 🏗️

Overview of the AWS Certification

The American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) exam is a comprehensive assessment of an individual's ability to inspect welds and ensure compliance with industry standards. The exam is divided into three main parts:

1. Part A – Fundamentals: This closed-book exam covers a wide range of topics, including welding fundamentals, terms and definitions, welding processes, nondestructive examination (NDE), procedures, symbols, calculations, safety practices, and the duties and responsibilities of a CWI.

2. Part B – Practical: This hands-on test assesses your ability to visually identify welding discontinuities and determine the acceptance or rejection of a weld.

3. Part C – Code Book Applications: An open-book exam that evaluates your familiarity with code application, testing your ability to apply selected codes effectively.

Each part requires a pass mark of 72%.

Key Documents to Review:

Before diving into this course, we recommend reviewing the following AWS documents available for free on the AWS website:

• QC1:2016-AMD1 - Specification for AWS Certification of Welding Inspectors
• B5.1:2013-AMD1 - Specification for the Qualification of Welding Inspectors

Course Content Breakdown

In this course, you will learn everything you need to know to prepare for the AWS Certified Welding Inspector exam, including:

• Report Preparation: Learn how to create detailed and accurate reports post-inspection.

• Welding Processes: Gain a deep understanding of SAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding), PAW (Pipe Arc Welding), RW (Resistance Welding), SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding), SW (Submerged Arc Welding), FCAW (Flux Cored Arc Welding), GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding), OFW (Oxyfuel Welding), and ESW (Electroslag Welding) including their applications.

• Thermal Spraying & Soldering: Understand the principles of thermal spraying, soldering, and their significance in welding.

• Mechanical Cutting & Thermal Gouging: Learn about the different types of mechanical cutting and thermal gouging, and their uses.

• Brazing/Braze Welding: Discover the techniques and applications for brazing and braze welding.

• NDT (Non-Destructive Testing): Acquire knowledge on VT (Visual Testing), MT (Magnetic Particle Testing), UT (Ultrasonic Testing), PT (Penetrating Testing), RT (Radiographic Testing), LT (Leak Testing).

• Quality Procedures & Audits: Understand the principles of quality procedures and audits/surveillance as they relate to welding.

• Welding Metallurgy: Learn the fundamentals of welding metallurgy, which is crucial for understanding weld integrity.

• Electrode & Filler Material Specifications: Gain knowledge on the different types of electrodes and filler materials, their classifications, and specifications.

Detailed Topics Covered:

• SAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding): Understand the process, equipment setup, electrode classifications, and applications.

• GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding): Learn about the power source duty cycle, wire feed mechanism, wire classification as per AWS, and data tables for wire size and base metal thickness.

• FCAW (Flux Cored Arc Welding): Explore DCEN, DCEP power supplies, self-shielded electrodes, machinery and equipment, and setup line diagrams.

• MIG/MAG Welding Process: Dive into the variations in the Gas Metal arc process, including Spray transfer, Pulsed Spray, and short circuit transfer.

• FCAW Applications: Study the classification of flux-cored electrodes for carbon steel and low alloy steel, and performance characteristics for stainless steel flux-cored electrodes.

Why Choose This Course?

This course is designed to thoroughly prepare you for each segment of the AWS CWI certification exam. With a comprehensive curriculum that covers all aspects of welding inspection, from the fundamentals to the specifics of various welding processes and NDT methods, you will be equipped with the knowledge and skills required to excel as a Certified Welding Inspector.

Conclusion

Preparing for the AWS CWI certification is a significant step in your career as a welding inspector. This course provides all the necessary information to help you understand and apply the standards, codes, and best practices in the industry. With dedication and commitment, you can achieve your goal of becoming an AWS Certified Welding Inspector.

🛠️ Embark on your journey towards mastering welding inspection with this comprehensive course today! 🛠️