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Welding Inspector Level 2 Course | Auckland
July 3, 2023 @ 8:30 am - July 7, 2023 @ 5:00 pm
Venue: HERA House, Manukau City
This course provides training in welding inspection leading to the International Institute of Welding (IIW) International Welding Inspector – Standard (IWI-S) qualification, and the CBIP Certified Welding Inspector (CWI).
Those qualified IWI-S have an advanced knowledge of the application of welding inspection. They are able to supervise visual inspection activities, and develop and implement quality plans, and inspection and test plans. The IWI-S can take responsibility for the acceptance of documents and reports related to quality and inspection.
Course content complies with requirements of the International Institute of Welding (IIW) for the training of welding inspection personnel, and builds on the welding inspection knowledge gained in the Welding Inspector Level 1 (IWI-B) Course.
The course is also recommended for those seeking the CBIP Certified Welding Inspector (who have also completed our Welding Inspector Level 1 course).
This course is perfect for:
- Fabricators who perform in-house visual examinations
- Those seeking the CBIP Certified Welding Inspector
It is especially relevant to those in:
- Steel construction
- Infrastructure fabrication and maintenance
- Bridge building
- Transport industry
- Machinery
- Shipbuilding
- Maintenance
You need to meet the following requirements to qualify to do this course.
- Proficiency in the comprehension and writing of English as used in the engineering industry,
- Proficiency in basic mathematics
- The ability to write reports
Additionally:
- Those seeking the HERA Welding Inspector Level 2 (IWI-S) qualification must have successfully completed the HERA Welding Inspector Level 1 (IWI-B) qualification.
- IWI-S applicants must complete the SF 001A application form in order to enter the IIW International Welding Inspector course via the alternative route.In this case, the HERA ANB will conduct an assessment of your application to ensure you meet the IIW access conditions.
- There are no course entry requirements for those wishing to take the CBIP CWI examinations. It is however strongly recommended to complete the Welding Inspector Level 1 course. CWI candidates should read CBIP document No. PRO-CER-07 for more information.
This course covers the scope of inspection activities as well as NDT techniques.
Welding inspection:
- The role and responsibilities of a Welding Inspector
- Welding terms and definitions
- Mechanical testing on welded joints
- Types and causes of weld imperfections
- Welding procedures, approvals and welder approvals
NDT techniques:
- Testing methods
- Visual inspection
- Liquid penetrant testing
- Magnetic particle testing
- Radiographic testing
- Ultrasonic testing
- Pressure test
- Dimensional tests
- Quality assurance
- Practical work
The standards covered in this course include AS/NZS ISO 17637, AS/NZS 1554 part 1, 2 and 3, AS/NZS ISO 5817, AS/NZS 2980, and AS/NZS ISO 9606.
Candidates who wish to undertake exams leading to Welding Inspector Level 2 qualifications must apply using the SF 001 WI 2 Application form.
This will be assessed for eligibility by the HERA ANB.
Please note that the exam application is in addition to your registration to the Welding Inspector Level 2 course, and that selecting to do the exams incurs additional fees.
**Applications for the CBIP CWI examinations must be made directly to CBIP.
Need more Information?
Please contact our Welding team by phone +64 9 242 4849, or by email at welding@hera.org.nz
All prices include GST.
$2,136
$2,537
$2,670
HERA Ordinary Platinum member
20% discount
HERA Affiliate or Associate Gold members
5% discount
Non HERA member
Full price
Exam Prices
(separate exam application required)
WL2 WELDING INSPECTION THEORY EXAM
$200
$250
$300
HERA Ordinary Platinum member
HERA Affiliate or Associate Gold members
Non HERA member
WL2 WELDING INSPECTION PRACTICAL EXAM
$300
HERA Ordinary Platinum member
$350
HERA Affiliate or Associate Gold members
$400
Non HERA member
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Find out how to become one today. Or contact our Manager Customer Experience, Rebecca Symonds for more info.
Not only will this reduce your course fees for your business, but also for any of your employees throughout the year. And depending on the tier of membership you choose you can also enjoy discounts on offered resources and other membership benefits as well.
HERA House
17-19 Gladding Place
Manukau City 2104
What does the course cost?
Cost depends on your membership category at HERA. For more details, refer to the “Prices” tab.
Does the course fee cover the exams?
No, exam fees are additional.
Do I have to do the exams straight after this course?
No, exams can be taken at a later date.
How often is this course held?
The course is offered twice a year
What can this course lead to?
On completion, attendees are able to progress forward to the HERA Welding Inspector Level 2 and IWI-S
Do I have to do the Welding Supervisor course first?
Yes. This course is a mandatory requirement for our Welding Inspector Level 1 and IIW qualifications.
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