Inspection Basics Pathway
Overview
Certified Welding Inspectors play a vital role in the fabrication industry. Their responsibilities have a direct bearing on final product quality and thus public safety. This pathway involves understanding specifications, weld faults, and the functions of an inspector to help industry avoid repairs and costly project delays.
Micro-Credential Courses
Basic Inspection Codes and Methods
This is a professional level course focusing on comprehensive knowledge of basic inspection codes and methods. Topics include the qualifications, functions, and duties of a welding inspector, describing the different stages of welding inspection, and the principles, techniques, and applications of non-destructive testing methods.
Functions of the Inspector
This is a professional level course focusing on comprehensive knowledge of the functions of a welding inspector. Topics include interpreting a mill test report, verifying welding procedure specifications have been properly qualified, explaining the processes required for inspection prior to, during, and after welding, and more.Â
Codes, Standards, and Specifications
This is a professional level course focusing on comprehensive knowledge of codes, standards, and specifications related to welding. Topics include identifying the primary agencies that set codes and standards, identifying and describing welding codes and standards used in North America, and describing the responsibilities of the Íâ¹úÃÀŮɫÇéƬ.
Visual Inspection Concepts and Techniques
This is a professional level course focusing on comprehensive knowledge of visual inspection concepts and techniques. Topics include identifying types of measurement errors, identifying measuring devices used for inspection, describing the application of acceptance criteria, and more.
Welding Faults: Inspection and Causes
This is a professional level course focusing on comprehensive knowledge of welding faults. Topics include identifying different types of weld discontinuities, describing the causes of weld discontinuities, and applying visual inspection criteria.