CSWIP 3.

1 Welding Inspection

Introduction
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Course Reference WIS 5

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The Course

The CSWIP 3.1 Welding Inspector course provides an introduction to a wide range of topics related to Welding Inspection and Quality.

What does it contains?

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Course Contents
Roles and duties of a Welding Inspector Welding Defects Mechanical Testing Main Welding Processes Welding Symbols Non-Destructive Testing Inspection Reporting Welding Terminology Welding Safety Heat Treatments Weldability of Steels Joint Design Welding Procedures Welder Qualification Stress and Distortion Macro Examination Codes and Standards Welding Consumables Thermal Cutting

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Course Assessment
Exam after completion of course

No continuous assessment

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CSWIP 3.1 Examination

Before attempting the examination, you must provide the following: Two passport size photographs, with your name and signature on reverse side. Eye test certificate, the certificate must show near vision and colour tests. Completed examination form, you can print from the website www.twi.co.uk Your current CV / Resume, your CV must be emailed or faxed to the following for evaluation by the examination manager.

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CSWIP 3.1 Examination

Theory part A2: Specific welding technology. 4 questions from 6. Question 1 compulsory. Time allowed: 1 Hour 15 minutes

Theory part B2: General welding technology. 30 multi-choice questions. Time allowed: 30 minutes
Practical part A2: Inspection of a plate butt weld code provided. Time allowed: 1 Hour 15 minutes Practical part B2: Inspection of a pipe butt weld your chosen code e.g API 1104 , BS 4515. Time allowed: 1 Hour 45minutes Practical part C2: Inspection 2 macro samples code ISO 5817. Time allowed: 45minutes Oral: Discussion of general welding theory. Time allowed: Not restricted

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CSWIP 3.1 Examination

Any standard/code required for the examinations will be provided on the examination day You are entitled to supply your own choice of standard/code for the Pipe weld sample examination.

Closed book exam

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Notification of Examination Results

70% pass mark
For every section to be awarded the certificate

2 copies of certificates and an identity card sent to delegates sponsor

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CSWIP 3.1 Renewals

5 years CV assessment 10 years Renewal examination

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CSWIP Certification Scheme

Level 1: 3.0 Visual Welding Inspector Level 2: 3.1 Welding Inspector Level 3: 3.2 Senior Welding Inspector
For further information please see website www.cswip.com

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CSWIP
Certification Scheme for Welding & Inspection Personnel

Recognition Worldwide
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TWI Certification Ltd

CSWIP Secretariat TWI Certification Ltd Granta Park Great Abington Cambridge CB1 6AL United Kingdom Tel: + 44 (0) 1223 891162 Fax: + 44 (0) 1223 894219 E-mail: twicertification@twi.co.uk

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