WELD 170 - Qualification and Inspection

Credit Hours: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Laboratory Hours: 0

Prerequisite(s): WELD 130

Restriction(s): None

Corequisite(s): None

This course provides instruction in the proper use of AWS/ASME prequalified procedures. Detailed steps involved in qualifying welding procedures and welder performance are emphasized. Destructive and nondestructive testing capabilities, techniques, and equipment are explained and demonstrated.

Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Demonstrate knowledge of the A.W.S., A.S.M.E., and A.P.I. welding codes and their qualification procedures for weld certification.
Describe and demonstrate destructive weld testing procedures.
Demonstrate the ability to perform basic Non- Destructive testing methods in liquid penetrant, magnetic particle, and visual inspection.
Prepare and complete welding procedure specifications according to industry standards.