CSWIP 3.

1 Welding Inspection

Introduction

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Introduction
Course Reference WIS 5
 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 • Heat Treatments

Welding Inspector • Weldability of Steels
• Welding Defects • Joint Design
• Mechanical Testing • Welding Procedures
• Main Welding • Welder Qualification
Processes • Stress and Distortion
• Welding Symbols • Macro Examination
• Non-Destructive Testing

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• Codes and Standards
• Inspection Reporting • Welding Consumables
• Welding Terminology • Thermal Cutting
• Welding Safety
 Course Assessment

Exam after completion of No continuous

course 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.

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• Completed examination form, you can print from the
website www.twi.co.uk
 CSWIP 3.1 Examination
Multiple Choice Examination

30 General Multiple Choice Questions 45 Min

60 Technology Questions 90 Min
20 Macroscopic Questions 45 Min

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20 Plate Butt Questions 75 Min
20 Pipe Butt Questions 105 Min
 CSWIP 3.1 Examination

Any standard/code required for

the examinations will be provided
on the examination day

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Closed book exam
 Notification of Examination Results

70% pass
mark

For every section to be

awarded the certificate

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2 copies of certificates and an identity
card sent to delegates sponsor
 CSWIP 3.1 Renewals

5 years 10 years
CV assessment 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

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For further information please
see website
www.cswip.com
 CSWIP

Certification Scheme for Welding &

Inspection Personnel

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