Welding Inspector — Level 1
Entry-level welding inspection certification covering welding process fundamentals, visual inspection methods, code interpretation, and quality documentation — the foundation for CSA W178.2 Level 1 certification and progression to Level 2.
Course Overview
This course provides the knowledge and practical skills required for entry-level welding inspection under CSA W178.2 Level 1. It is designed for professionals entering welding inspection roles across construction, fabrication, oil and gas, pipeline, and manufacturing industries. The programme covers welding process fundamentals, weld joint design, defect identification, visual inspection techniques, basic code awareness, and quality documentation requirements, establishing the technical foundation required for Level 1 certification and progression to Level 2.
Who Should Attend
No formal NDT or welding qualification required. Basic familiarity with an industrial welding or construction environment is beneficial. Minimum experience requirements apply per CSA W178.2 Level 1 eligibility criteria.
Learning Outcomes
- Identify common welding processes and explain their application in industrial environments
- Interpret basic welding symbols and weld joint configurations
- Recognise and classify common weld discontinuities and defects by type and cause
- Perform pre-weld, in-process, and post-weld visual inspection using appropriate tools and techniques
- Apply basic code acceptance criteria to evaluate weld quality
- Understand the role of welding procedures and welder qualification records
- Complete inspection documentation including visual inspection records and basic non-conformances
Course Outline
Introduction to Welding and Welding Processes
Welding Symbols and Drawings
Weld Defects — Identification and Causes
Visual Inspection Methods and Techniques
Code Awareness and Quality Documentation
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