Training Today for Tomorrow’s
Technology in Welding and
Welding Inspection
Information for
2024
Mailing address (USPS):
P.O. Drawer 1900
Pascagoula, MS 39568
or
Physical address (UPS/FedEx):
1407 Jackson Avenue Suite 1
Pascagoula, MS 39567
Ph: 228-762-2890
Email: info@realeducational.com
Website: www.realeducational.com
OVER 100 YEARS EXPERIENCE
TEACHING CWI AND OTHER
WELDING INSPECTION
COURSES
Table of Contents
S E C T I O N 1
Our Philosophy on Training
1
Contact and Registration Information
1
Company History and Classroom Locations
2
Recommended Training Plan
3
S E C T I O N 2
Course Listings
5
2024 Schedule of Classes
6
CWI/CWI Preparatory Courses
7
Continuing Education Seminars and Renewal
9-12
Additional Certification Courses
13-14
S E C T I O N 3
Requirements for Online Courses
15
Design of Our Courses
16
Directions to our Facilities
17
Details for the SCWI/CWI/CWE
18
Other Sources of Materials
18
What to Bring to Class
19
Class Start Time
19
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Our
Philosophy on
Training
Real Educational Services provides the highest quality technical training to the industry with two
primary intentions:
1. To enhance knowledge and skills of our students in an effort to further
application of quality practices throughout the industry.
2. To assist our students in their efforts to achieve their highest attainable
goals.
Real Educational Services places emphasis on the use of practical hands-on experiences and
utilizes comprehensive measurement devices in each training program offered in the areas of
quality and welding inspection. All training programs are available at any of the Real Educational
Services facilities as well as at customer locations.
Real Educational Services has the following objectives:
1. Provide “real” training experiences that lead to “real” job knowledge
and skills.
2. Provide technical training that is informative and interesting,
employing maximum use of “real” hands-on training experiences.
3. Ensure our performance and delivery remains our best source of future
growth by warranting word of mouth recommendations from our
students.
4. Ensure our competency-based certificates are recognized with respect
and value in the industry.
5. Ensure every student knows that we are dedicated to their success.
Contact and Registration Information
Requests for information or registration may be directed to our office by phone or email.
Phone: 228-762-2890 or 1-800-489-2890 Email: info@realeducational.com
www.realeducational.com
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Company History
As a former welder, vocational welding instructor and owner/operator of a mechanical testing
laboratory, Gerald W. Taylor founded Real Educational Services in 1991. Real Educational
Services was formed as a training organization that specialized in welding inspection and quality
programs related to welding for all aspects of industry. Gerald has been teaching the CWI courses
for 43 years.
Linda D. Taylor joined the company in 1997. Her background includes course development,
technical instruction and nondestructive testing (NDT). Over the next few years Real Educational
Services underwent a change in ownership, becoming a disabled veteran, woman owned, company.
Linda has been teaching CWI courses for 25 years.
Ken Jobes remains a part of the Real Educational Services team. As you may know, Ken has been
teaching the CWI program for many years. He is a degreed Welding Engineer and has brought
with him a wealth of knowledge about welding and inspection. We are glad to have him onboard.
Ken has been teaching CWI courses for 36 years.
Currently Real Educational Services has offices in Pascagoula MS, Hempstead TX, and Ellijay GA.
Classroom
Locations
Ellijay, GA classes held at: 61 Old Highway 5 South, Ellijay, GA 30540
Hempstead, TX classes held at: 48600 Business 290 East, Hempstead, TX 77445
Pascagoula, MS classes held at: MS Gulf Coast Community College
Campus Police Building, Room 104
2300 Highway 90, Gautier, MS 39553
Morgan City, LA classes held at: South Louisiana Community College
Marine and Petroleum Safety Training Center
3225 Youngs Road, Morgan City, LA 70382
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Recommended Training Plan
If your goal is to become a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) with single or multiple
certifications (CWI/API/LEVEL III), this is the process we recommend building your future.
We have all heard of those who have tried and failed several times before passing, those
who go straight for a certification without building a good foundation of knowledge first.
We would like to suggest this plan so you can get more from your training, time and
money. By taking a few courses first, topics will be presented more in depth than in a
preparatory course, which will result in better understanding.
Remember: “Today’s preparation determines tomorrow’s achievement.”
1. Fundamentals of Welding Inspection (40 Hours)
2. Radiographic Film Interpretation Level II (40 Hours)
3. Welding Procedure Fundamentals (40 Hours)
4. Liquid Penetrant / Magnetic Particle (PT/MT) Inspection Level I and II (40 Hours)
5. AWS Certified Welding Inspector/Educator (CWI/CWE) Preparatory (80 Hours)
6. Applications of Visual Welding Inspection – Job Knowledge for CWIs and SCWIs (40 Hours)
7. API 1169 Pipeline Inspector Preparatory (40 Hours)
8. API 570 Pressure Piping Inspector Preparatory (80 Hours)
9. API 510 Pressure Vessel Inspector Preparatory (80 Hours)
10. ASME Section IX, B31.1 and B31.3 for CWI Endorsement (40 Hours)
11. AWS D1.1 - Structural Steel Code for CWI Endorsement (40 Hours)
12. AWS D1.5 – Bridge Code for CWI Endorsement (40 Hours)
13. API 1104 - Standard for Cross Country Pipelines (40 Hours)
14. Advanced Visual Welding Inspection for CWI/SCWI Inspectors (40 Hours)
15. AWS Senior Certified Welding Inspector (SCWI) Preparatory (40 Hours)
16. AWS Certified Welding Supervisor (CWS) Preparatory (40 Hours)
17. 9 Year SCWI/CWI Recertification Workshop (80 Hours)
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Brochure of Information for 2024
Looking for CWI training in Texas? Our Hempstead, TX training facility is for you! Plenty of room to
spread out, wide hallways and quiet with no distractions coming from an adjoining room. We know it is
important to have a good learning environment. We open before 7am every day and let students stay
until 7pm to do their homework, even on the weekend! This is the best training facility you will find
with large, comfortable workspace for each student! Some people talk the talk, but we are here to show
you we want you to succeed, not just in a CWI exam but in your career. Our classroom facilities,
course materials, plastic replicas are investments we have made in your success. You won’t
find anyone more dedicated to your success than us! There are two instructors available at this
location during every class. How often do you see that?
Our Ellijay facility is also a dedicated training environment. In other words, there are no distractions, noise
or activities to overcome while studying. We have prepared this location with all the knowledge we have
gathered over the years of teaching using the latest in presentation equipment to enhance your learning
experience. This classroom is furnished just like the Hempstead facility, an excellent learning environment.
The opportunity is here to get the individual attention and small class that allows students to succeed in
their endeavors. Those who have attended classes in GA will agree, it really is the next best location for
quality training. There are two instructors available at this location during every class as well.
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Course Listing
Classroom Courses:
Fundamentals of Welding Inspection in Classroom (40 Hours)
Certified Welding Inspector/Educator (CWI/CWE) Preparatory Course (80 Hours)
9 Year SCWI/CWI Recertification Workshop (80 Hours)*
Senior Certified Welding Inspector (SCWI) Preparatory (40 Hours)*
Radiographic Film Interpretation Level II (40 Hours)*
Applications of Visual Welding Inspection – Job Knowledge for CWI/SCWI (40 Hours)*
Welding Procedure Fundamentals (40 Hours)*
ASME Section IX, B31.1 and B31.3 Course (40 Hours)*
Advanced Visual Welding Inspection for CWI/SCWI Inspectors (40 Hours)*
Liquid Penetrant / Magnetic Particle (PT/MT) Inspection Level I and II (40 Hours)*
Online Courses: All online courses have 120 days access
Certified Welding Inspector/Educator (CWI/CWE) Preparatory (80 Hours)
CWI Refresher Course Online (40 Hours)
9 Year SCWI/CWI Recertification Workshop (80 Hours)*
Certified Welding Supervisor (CWS) Preparatory (40 Hours)*
Welding Fundamentals (40 Hours)*
CWI Part B Examination Preparatory (40 Hours)
AWS D1.1 - Structural Steel Code for CWI Endorsement (40 Hours)*
AWS D1.5 – Bridge Code for CWI Endorsement (40 Hours)*
API 1104 Standard – Pipelines and Related Facilities CWI Endorsement (40 Hours)*
ASME Section IX, B31.1 and B31.3 for CWI Endorsement (40 Hours)*
Senior Certified Welding Inspector (SCWI) Preparatory (40 Hours)*
API 1169 Pipeline Inspector Preparatory (40 Hours)*
API 570 Pressure Piping Inspector Preparatory (80 Hours)*
API 510 Pressure Vessel Inspector Preparatory (80 Hours)*
*CWIs – Suggested Courses for Continuing Education and Renewal Hours
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FUNDAMENTALS OF WELDING INSPECTION 40 HOURS
Step 1 To Preparing for the AWS CWI Examinations. If you have heard the CWI is difficult, it is
true. There are many people who underestimate the amount of learning to be done during the 2-
week course. To help our students warm up to the topics covered on the AWS CWI examinations
and get ready for the CWI Preparatory, we are now offering a full week in the classroom covering
introductory topics such as Welding Processes, Symbols, Destructive and Non-destructive Testing
and Hands-on practice with real welded samples, applying real Code criteria.
DATE
LOCATION
DATE
LOCATION
April 15-19
Hempstead, TX
October 14-18
Hempstead, TX
Price: $900.00 In Classroom
CWI PRE-COURSE ONLINE
30 Days Online To Use As A Pre-Course Study Prior To Taking The Two Week In Classroom
CWI Preparatory. If an instructor covering all the information and reviewing questions increases your
ability to learn instead of just reading the information but still want to stay at home, try this short
course layout. Videos, just like lectures in class and quizzes that can provide the repetition needed
to soak up information prior to entering the classroom environment. Reminder, this is a Pre-course
over major topics only. Only available for 30 days prior to first time taking Option 1. No
extensions or repeats. For NEW students only.
Included with the purchase of Option 1. If you choose not to finish Option 1, there will be a
charge of $825 for the Pre-course withheld from your refund amount.
CWI REFRESHER COURSE ONLINE 40 HOURS
120 Days Online Refresher to Re-Take the CWI Examinations. If you took one of our course
options for CWI within the last two years and you think all you need is a structured lesson over the
topics one more time, then this is a complete re-run of the material presented in the classroom.
Videos, just like lectures in class and questions through the online training will provide an
opportunity to get back in the game and hone your skills for the exams.
Price: $500.00 for all 3 Parts, A, B, and C, after completing Option 1, 2 or 3 (next page)
Price: $350.00 for 1 Part, A, B, or C
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CWI/CWE PREPARATORY COURSE: OPTION 1
Two Week Course In Classroom This course is conducted in two consecutive weeks, Monday
through Friday, with homework each night and on the weekend during the course. The first week is
dedicated to learning Welding Fundamentals and how to use the API 1104 or AWS D1.1, whichever
you choose to test with. The second week is dedicated to preparation for the Practical Examination
and refining your test taking skills. If you prefer to have an instructor in person for the complete
presentation, then this is the course for you. Remember, there is an enormous amount of information
to be presented so the course will move at a moderate pace. Completion of all daily homework
assignments is a must to be successful. Driving too far each day or entertaining loved ones does
not allow the total focus necessary to pack all this information in with just two weeks. A tough two
weeks of complete immersion in this course is required!
CWI PREPARATORY TWO WEEKS IN CLASSROOM
LOCATION
DATE
LOCATION
Pascagoula, MS
August 5-9,
12-16
Ellijay, GA
Hempstead, TX
September 2-6,
9-13
Hempstead, TX
Ellijay, GA
September 16-20
23-27
Pascagoula, MS
Morgan City, LA
October 7-11,
14-18
Ellijay, GA
Hempstead, TX
Oct/Nov 21-25,
28-1
Morgan City, LA
Ellijay, GA
November 4-8,
11-15
Hempstead, TX
Pascagoula, MS
November 11-15
18-22
Pascagoula, MS
Hempstead, TX
December 2-6,
9-13
Hempstead, TX
Morgan City, LA
Price: $1800.00
Includes Online Pre-Course for 30 Days Prior To Class and
Practice Tests for Part A & Part C for 30 Days After Class to Use Before Testing!
Retake Price: $1500 Two Weeks –– Retake Week One Price: $750
(Does not include Pre-Course)
In all our classes, questions from students are welcome. When something is said
in lecture that we don’t understand, we tend to get hung up on that point until we figure
it out. We can miss several pages of information while we are trying to figure out just
one thing. And we have all probably heard stories of instructors who ignore or refuse to
answer questions. Before class, during breaks and after class, we make ourselves
available to you for one-on-one discussion of topics pertinent to the course.
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CWI/CWE PREPARATORY COURSE: OPTION 2 HAS 2 PARTS – SEE BELOW
PART 1 is 120 Days Online Access to All Three Preparatory Parts: Welding Fundamentals, Part
B Online, And API 1104 Or AWS D1.1. Then Part 2 is an Extra 40 Hours in Classroom for Part B
Practical Hands-on Preparation. This course layout allows more time to learn the information and
still be able to attend the classroom Part B portion of the course. Once the online Welding
Fundamentals, Practical (videos and practice questions online) and Code Preparation have been
successfully completed, students should possess the knowledge and skills needed for the classroom
Practical Exam Preparation week. This week will be dedicated to intense study of the Welding
Procedure and Welder Qualification, working with Tools and Plastic Replicas and refining your Test
Taking Skills. If the classroom environment and an instructor for the hands-on preparation is preferred
but more time to absorb the largest part of the information is needed to pass these exams, consider
this layout. Learning all the Welding Fundamentals, Part B Specification and mastering the use
of your Open Book prior to the Practical week is critical to your success so study hard and
come prepared!
PART 2 DATES - CWI PART B PRACTICAL EXAM PREPARATION WEEK
DATE
LOCATION
DATE LOCATION
Jan/Feb 5-9
Pascagoula, MS
August 12-16
Ellijay, GA
February 12-16
Hempstead, TX
September 9-13
Hempstead, TX
March 11-15
Ellijay, GA
September 23-27
Pascagoula, MS
Mar/Apr 1-5
Morgan City, LA
October 14-18
Ellijay, GA
April 22-26
Hempstead, TX
Oct/Nov 28-1
Morgan City, LA
May 20-24
Ellijay, GA
November 11-15
Hempstead, TX
May/Jun 3-7
Pascagoula, MS
November 18-22
Pascagoula, MS
June 17-21
Hempstead, TX
December 9-13
Hempstead, TX
July 22-26
Morgan City, LA
Price: $1450.00
Also Includes Online Practice Tests for 30 Days After Class Part A & Part C
To Use Before Your Prometric Testing!
Retake Week Two Price: $750
Does not include Pre-Course.
Students should review Welding Fundamentals Books before attending!
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CWI/CWE PREPARATORY COURSE: OPTION 3
120 Days Online Access to All Three Preparatory Parts: Welding Fundamentals, Practical Exam
Prep and API 1104 Or AWS D1.1 As Well As Plastic Replicas and Tools Sent to You After Deposit
for The Last 30 Days of Your Course. This option of preparing for the CWI exams allows our students
to work their studies around their schedule in their own environment. Upon completion of the Welding
Fundamentals, and Code Preparation online, plastic replicas and tools will be sent to you upon request
for 30 days to use along with the instructional videos for the hands-on portion of the Part B Exam*.
Learn to measure weld size, joint preparation, identify and evaluate discontinuities on your terms. For
those who can exercise self-discipline, set up a study schedule and adhere to it, this approach
would be a win-win. No time away from home or work, no out of town expenses and still get
the hands-on practice!
Price: $825.00 New Students One Part Only: $375
Extend Your Online Access For: $200 for 30 Days $100 For 14 Days
Use of Hands-on Tools and Samples Available for the Last 30-Day Period when making a
$1000.00 deposit. Refund of $950 when tools and samples are returned in good condition.
APPLICATIONS OF VISUAL WELDING INSPECTION – CWI/SCWI 40 HOURS
Learn the Welding Inspector’s Job. Enjoy one full week of hands-on instruction covering all aspects
of welding inspection in our shop and classroom facility in Ellijay, GA. The simulated job begins with
drawings and materials and ends with NDT and hydro-testing. Qualification of a welding procedure
and every stage of welding inspection will be performed and documented. Before stepping out into the
world of inspection with a new CWI card, get prepared and also collect 40 hours of training toward the
CWI renewal. This course is conducted in the shop and classroom so bring appropriate
clothing.
Pre-requisite: CWI or successful completion of Fundamentals of Welding Inspection.
DATE
LOCATION
DATE
LOCATION
March 11-15
Ellijay, GA
October 14-18
Ellijay, GA
August 12-16
Ellijay, GA
Price: $1050.00 In Classroom
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RADIOGRAPHIC FILM INTERPRETATION 40 HOURS
Learn How to Evaluate RT Film Before Signing for It. Individuals will learn how to recognize both
weld and base metal discontinuities, but more importantly, they will be able to determine radiographic
quality and whether a discontinuity is acceptable or rejectable per the requirements of various
referencing standards. This course is practical in nature and includes ample film viewing sessions
with attention given to each attendee. Special emphasis is placed on radiographic quality
requirements and the accept/reject criteria of predominantly used Codes.
DATE
LOCATION
DATE
LOCATION
February 12-16
Hempstead, TX
September
9-13 Hempstead, TX
June 17-21
Hempstead, TX
December
9-13 Hempstead, TX
Price: $900.00 In Classroom
WELDING PROCEDURE FUNDAMENTALS 40 HOURS
Increase Your Understanding Of Welding Procedure And Welder Qualification To AWS D1.1,
AWS D1.5, ASME Section IX and API 1104 By Taking This Course. Students learn how to
determine requirements for procedure qualification, document welding parameters and develop the
Welding Procedure, Procedure Qualification Record and Welder Performance Qualification Record.
This course involves many practical exercises to develop skills in applying technical requirements of
the source documents as well as focus on the details required of documentation.
DATE
LOCATION
DATE
LOCATION
February 5-9
Hempstead, TX
September
2-6
Hempstead, TX
March 4-8
Ellijay, GA
October
7-11
Ellijay, GA
Price: $900.00 In Classroom
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MAGNETIC PARTICLE (MT) / LIQUID PENENTRANT (PT) LEVEL I AND II
GET THEORY AND HANDS-ON PRACTICE IN THE CLASSROOM OR SHOP. If you are new
to the welding industry or would like to know more about the methods of non-destructive testing,
these classes offer both lecture and a chance to get in the shop for practical application. Course
contents and examinations meet the classroom training requirements of ASNT SNT-TC-1A for Level
I and II certification. Additional dates/locations will be scheduled based on student participation.
DATE
LOCATION
DATE
LOCATION
May 13-17
Ellijay, GA
December 2-6
Hempstead, TX
August 5-9
Ellijay, GA
Price: $900 40 Hours In Classroom/Shop
ASME SECTION IX, B31.1 and B31.3 40 HOURS
LEARN HOW TO USE THE ASME SECTION IX, B31.1 and B31.3
Join us to study ASME Section IX, B31.1 and B31.3 in the classroom. Welding Procedures and
Welders Qualification Records are important to welding inspection. You should know what you are
looking at and how it was developed. Also walk through the B31.1 and B31.3 to learn the layout and
apply the criteria to real welded pieces. Great learning experience for new inspectors.
DATE
LOCATION
DATE
LOCATION
June 12-16
Hempstead, TX
Price: $900 In Classroom
$450 Online 120 Days
ADVANCED VISUAL WELDING INSPECTION FOR CWI/SCWI INSPECTORS
HAVE YOU HAD YOUR CWI FOR AWHILE AND READY TO MOVE UP? Take a closer look at what
goes on at a higher level. From project start to finish this course will dig deeper into the experienced
Welding Inspector’s role in fabrication. This is an Advanced level course in Material Procurement,
Drawings, WPS/PQR and Welder Certifications, Visual Inspection Criteria and Nondestructive
Procedures and involves Hands-on applications.
DATE
LOCATION
DATE
LOCATION
April 22-26
Hempstead, TX
November 11-15
Hempstead, TX
May 20-24
Ellijay, GA
Price: $1050 In Classroom/Shop
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SENIOR CERTIFIED WELDING INSPECTOR PREPARATORY (SCWI) 40 HOURS
Take the next step in AWS Certification with SCWI. This course offers training experiences
designed to prepare individuals meeting the requirements of the AWS QC-1 to successfully
complete the AWS SCWI examinations. As part of the requirements of AWS QC-1, individuals must
have a minimum of 6 years as a CWI and 15 years of experience in a welding related field to take
the SCWI examinations. Students will be required to provide their own Codes, Standards and
Recommended Practices to be used during the course. A suggested list of study material is
published on the AWS website as the SCWI body of knowledge. SCWI students may attend the first
week of the CWI/CWE (Welding Fundamentals). This course is also offered as 120 day online study
for those who need to stay on the job.
DATE
LOCATION
DATE
LOCATION
Jan/Feb 29-2
Pascagoula, MS
August 5-9
Ellijay, GA
February 5-9
Hempstead, TX
September 2-6
Hempstead, TX
March 4-8
Ellijay, GA
September 16-20
Pascagoula, MS
Mar/Apr 25-29
Morgan City, LA
October 7-11
Ellijay, GA
April 15-19
Hempstead, TX
Oct/Nov 21-25
Morgan City, LA
May 13-17
Ellijay, GA
November 4-8
Hempstead, TX
May/Jun 27-31
Pascagoula, MS
November 11-15
Pascagoula, MS
June 10-14
Hempstead, TX
December 2-6
Hempstead, TX
July 15-19
Morgan City, LA
Price: $900.00 In Classroom
$450 Online 120 Days
CERTIFIED WELDING SUPERVISOR PREPARATORY (CWS) 40 HOURS
Gain Valuable Information to Improve Production and Quality. This preparatory course
concentrates on the knowledge needed to improve weld quality, increase productivity and provide
a safe and efficient welding environment. Not a course in welding inspection but from the production
aspect instead. A battery of over 1000 questions will be formally asked and answered during the
course. Application for testing should be sent directly to AWS for this certification. This course is
offered online or can be scheduled for companies upon request.
Price: $450.00 Online 120 Days
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9 YEAR SCWI OR CWI RECERTIFICATION WORKSHOP 80 HOURS
Renew Your SCWI Or CWI Without AWS Exams! This course is designed for individuals at the
9th, 18th or 27th year who intend to renew their SCWI or CWI certification with training hours instead
of retesting. This course will challenge the inspector’s knowledge in welding inspection and use of
codes, standards and specifications and involves the attendee in progressively more difficult
problem-solving exercises. Course topics are taken from AWS B5.1. Application for
renewal/recertification must be sent directly to AWS.
Price: $1250.00 In Classroom $750 Online 120 Days
API 1169
PIPELINE INSPECTOR PREPARATORY 40 HOURS ONLINE
For Those Who Want to Step Up in the Pipeline Industry, Get Prepared for the API 1169 Exam.
120 Days Access. Most pipeline companies are now requiring the newly adopted Pipeline Inspector
certification. This course is designed to cover the extensive body of knowledge for the Pipeline
Inspector certification exam. Detailed instructor delivered lessons break down each topic piece by
piece to allow students to study in small segments. Followed up with computerized quizzes to add
repetition of study material for increased level of learning and understanding. All material may be
repeated as many times as needed to ensure ample learning opportunities. Final exams to simulate
the actual test situation are available at the end of the course.
Price: $450.00 Online 120 Days
API 510 PRESSURE VESSEL INSPECTOR PREPARATORY 80 HOURS ONLINE
For Those Who Want to Take the Next Step Up in The Industry. 120 Day Access. Get your
API 510 Pressure Vessel Inspector Certification. Most companies these days are looking for dual
certified individuals who can perform a variety of inspection tasks. This course is designed to cover
the extensive body of knowledge for the Pressure Vessel Inspector certification exam. Detailed
instructor delivered lessons break down each topic piece by piece to allow students to study in small
segments. Followed up with computerized quizzes to add repetition of study material for increased
level of learning and understanding. All material may be repeated as many times as needed to
ensure ample learning opportunities. Final exams to simulate the actual test situation are available
at the end of the course.
Price: $750.00 Online 120 Days
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API 570 PRESSURE PIPING INSPECTOR PREPARATORY 80 HOURS ONLINE
Continue Your Learning Experience and Further Your Career. 120 Day Access. One
certification on your resume is not enough these days to be an asset to a company. After CWI
certification we recommend your next endeavor be API 570 certification. This course is designed to
cover the extensive body of knowledge for the Pressure Piping Inspector certification exam.
Detailed instructor delivered lessons break down each topic piece by piece to allow students to
study in small segments. Followed up with computerized quizzes to add repetition of study material
for increased level of learning and understanding. All material may be repeated as many times as
needed to ensure ample learning opportunities. Final exams to simulate the actual test situation are
available at the end of the course.
Price: $750.00 Online 120 Days
ENDORSEMENT COURSES FOR SCWI AND CWI 40 HOURS ONLINE
These courses are specifically designed for SCWI or CWI/CWE endorsement testing to develop
skills to identify pertinent information provided, quickly locate the appropriate section of the Code to
be used and accurately interpret Code requirements. Courses are available for the following
Codes/Standards: ASME Section IX, ASME B31.1 and B31.3, AWS D1.1, AWS D1.5 or API 1104.
Students are required to provide their own Code or Standard to be used during the course and the
examination. These courses are offered online with lecture, quizzes, and examinations. Application
for testing must be completed on the AWS application portal. Registration forms for course must be
sent to Real Educational Services. Courses Are Available for the Following Codes/Standards:
ASME Section IX, ASME B31.1 and B31.3
AWS D1.1
AWS D1.5
API 1104
Price: $450.00 Online 120 Days
Please remember we are here to help you succeed. If you have problems with a question,
let us know and we will do our very best to resolve the issue. After teaching so many years
we do know that any of us can be swayed by a tempting answer occasionally. Just ask so
we can help.
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Online
Course Requirements
Online Courses We are continually improving and updating the training experience in our Virtual
Training Center. Our online students have the advantage of moving to the front of the class to
experience teaching in an almost personal, one on one, environment. The video and image content
are high definition, bringing you up close to the tools, samples and specifications. The audio has
been digitally enhanced for clarity of speech, so the student doesn’t have strain to pay attention and
can retain more of the critical information and successful test taking hints.
The basic requirements for participation in the Virtual Training Center are:
ï Computer with sound
ï High speed internet access (HD Video - Standard Definition can be selected for
improved speed)
ï Printer
ï Confirmed email address
ï Up-to-date internet browser (Firefox, Chrome, Safari, IE, etc.)
ï Adobe Reader installed
ï Adobe Flash installed
As with any instruction, the time and effort you put into it, determines what you get out of it! It is
important for the student to schedule and dedicate the appropriate amount of time to the online
courses. Also, the student will enhance their ability to pass exams by eliminating distractions and be
ready to take notes with pencil and paper, preferably a notebook. The student should have the same
calculator that they will use for any exam they may take with AWS. Certain courses require specific
code books, publications and documentation. These books not provided via download in the course,
they are the responsibility of the student to acquire prior to starting the course.
Once a student has registered and paid in full, they will be sent an email with instructions, login link,
user name and password.
The online courses do not provide access to the Codebook of your choice. Students need to have
a printed copy for their use prior to beginning the Code section of training.
AWS testing for Part A, Part C, SCWI, CWI Endorsements and CWS are now handled by Prometrics.
The student will be responsible for contacting AWS and scheduling any examinations for certification.
If you need assistance, please call our office.
NEWS:
OUR ONLINE COURSES ARE ALSO AVAILABLE THROUGH AN APP ON
IPHONE, IPAD AND ANDROID DEVICES.
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Design of our Courses
Real Educational Services provides the highest quality training to each student by creating innovative,
interesting and technically sound courses. Each course is designed using multiple sets of training aids
realizing that hands-on training is the most important aspect of learning. Students participate in
practical exercises, which duplicate the real work situations that could be encountered by the welding
inspector. Experiences in the classroom and shop environment are progressively more challenging
as the student continues through the curriculum.
Our online training offers the convenience of completing lessons at your own pace, flexibility of
working around your schedule and the financial benefits of not traveling to a training location while
providing the student a direct line of communication to the instructor via email. Please check our
website occasionally to find out what has just been released! You can visit some of our online courses
at www.mob.realeducational.com.
We are continually striving to improve the success of our students. We realize there are several
aspects to consider when preparing for a timed test. Test taking skills, managing the time given and
using the preprinted test forms shouldn’t be a surprise on test day. When attending our Preparatory
Courses students take multiple timed, practice tests on forms similar to those used in testing and
receive immediate feedback of their test results.
About the Instructors
Real Educational Services provides motivated, experienced and technically competent instructors who are
empowered to accomplish our mission. Gerald W. Taylor, now with more than 53 years experience in
training, consulting and welding inspection, remains an integral part of the company offering extensive
technical expertise and exceptional instructional abilities. Linda D. Taylor serves as instructor, program
manager, course developer, etc. and has more than 32 years technical instruction experience. Together,
Gerald and Linda Taylor develop or oversee course curriculum and strive to make each course the best
in the industry. Certifications (past and/or present): AWS SCWI/CWI, AWS CWS, AWS CRI, API 510,
570 and 1169, ASNT Level III MT, PT, RT and VT. Ken Jobes has been teaching the CWI Preparatory
course for over 36 years. His certifications, past and/or present include AWS SCWI/CWI, AWS CRI, API
510 & 653. His experience in training, consulting, supervision and welding inspection allows him to relate
past experience to the training topics and provide better, real life explanations for question and answer
sessions in class while teaching our Welding Fundamentals week of the SCWI/CWI program.
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Directions to our Facilities
61 Old Highway 5 South, Ellijay, GA 30540
From Atlanta take Interstate 75 north to I-575 north toward Canton. From I-575 continue onto GA
515 toward Jasper and Ellijay. From Hwy 515 make a left turn at the first traffic light coming into
Ellijay (CVS will be on the left). This road will be Howard Simmons parkway. Continue to end and
turn right at intersection. Drive approximately 4 tenths of a mile to Real Educational Services on
right. Please be aware that some GPS will take you north of Ellijay on Hwy 5, which is incorrect. Be
sure to follow the information above to find our location south of town.
48600 Business 290 East, Hempstead, TX 77445
From Interstate 10, take 610 North to Northwest Freeway. Stay left on to Hwy 290 West toward
Austin. Exit in 41 miles on to FM 359 and turn left toward Brookshire. On FM 359 drive 1.3 miles
the turn right on to Business 290. Go .9 miles and see Real Educational Services on right. Parking
will be in front of the building.
Pascagoula, MS classes held at MS Gulf Coast Community College in Gautier, MS
Leaving Pascagoula on Hwy 90 and coming into Gautier, turn right from Hwy 90 onto the Campus.
Take the first left onto College Drive. Take the first entrance on the right, into huge parking lot.
The building will be directly in front of you, Drafting and Design and Campus Police Building, #12.
Inside go to room #104.
Morgan City, LA classes held at SLCC Marine and Petroleum Training Center
From the Hwy 90 bridge into Morgan City take the Federal Avenue Exit. At the end of the exit take
a left onto Freret Street. Proceed a half-block and at the first stop sign take a right onto Fourth
Street proceeding approximately one-half mile over the railroad tracks. Continue and Fourth Street
becomes Youngs Road and our site will be approximately 3 miles down the road.
After approximately 1 mile you will pass the main campus on the right. Continue down the road
through the 4-way stop, keeping the cemetery on your left. Once the road reaches a “T”, take a
right and you will see the site on the left.
Date/Location Changes
Due to student registration, courses may be changed to alternate locations or dates. If the location
or date is changed, notification will be sent to the student prior to the course start date.
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Course Locations
Any course may be taught at one of our facilities, your facility, or a pre-arranged location. Even though
the course may not be held at our facility, the quality of our training remains consistent. By design, our
courses and associated training aids are portable, bringing the same hands-on emphasis to training no
matter where the course is held.
Details for
SCWI/ CWI/ CWE Applicants
AWS limits the number of students we can test on any test day to 50. Applications and seats for
testing will be assigned a number in the order of receipt by Real Educational Services. Since several
students have taken up space for testing and then decided to reschedule at the last minute, we are
now forced to apply different rules than what we have used in the past. Full payment for the class
at the time of registration and verification from AWS for testing to be reserved a seat for the
class and testing. Please call us if you need further information.
Application for Testing to AWS
Students preparing to take the examinations offered for SCWI, CWS and CWI/CWE will be required
to fill out an AWS application online at www.aws.org with the Certification Application Portal.
Check for the pertinent documents needed to complete the application process before beginning the
application. Applications that are mailed or emailed will now be charged $125 extra by AWS.
Payment for AWS membership and test fees must accompany the application for submission.
Deadline for application submission is 42 days prior to the actual test date. Applications submitted
after that time will be charged a late fee. For those who elect to test at a later date or those participating
in online training, testing may be done at any of the AWS national examination sites.
Materials Provided
Student texts and workbooks are provided, as applicable for most courses and may be used for note
taking. Most are the property of the student upon course completion. Reference materials for classes
other than the certification courses will be available for use in class only. For all certification
courses/examinations, the student must provide their own reference materials such as Codes or
Standards.
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What to Bring to Class
Calculators - Most courses will require the use of a calculator. For certification courses such as
CWI/CWE, SCWI or CWS calculators to be used during testing must meet the requirements of the
certifying organization, usually not a programmable or graphing calculator. Most students bring either a
Construction Master or a scientific calculator. Just bring a calculator you can use or learn in class.
Tools – When use of tools is required for classroom exercises, all necessary tools will be provided by
Real Educational Services. Students will not be allowed to use their own personal tools during the
certification examinations. AWS allows the basic or scientific calculator or the construction calculator.
When tools are required for certification testing, students must use tools provided by the certifying
organization, as in AWS supplying tools for all students taking the CWI/CWE examinations.
For CWI/CWE Students AWS Confirmation Letter and Part B Specification – Bring your package
with the Part B Specification and the confirmation letter that you receive from AWS with you to class.
This could arrive as an email or via US Post Office. If you do not receive this material before
coming to class, you should call AWS at 800-443-9353 ext. 273.
SCWI/CWI/CWE Study materials – Pre-course study materials are provided to registered
students of the AWS Preparatory Courses. Upon registration and meeting deposit requirements for
the class, pre-course study guides and questions are mailed to the student. Applicable reference
Codes or Standards are the responsibility of the student.
Class Start
Time
All classes begin at 8am and run a minimum of 8 hours each scheduled day. Certification
preparatory courses are designed to cover a certain amount of material each day and may take
beyond 8 hours. These courses also include a substantial amount of homework.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation more than 6 weeks prior to the first day of class: Refund paid amount less $275.
Cancellations more than 2 weeks prior to the first day of class: Refund ½ of paid amount less $275.
Cancellations withing 2 weeks prior to the first day of class or no-show: Forfeit all fees.
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Our company, Real Educational Services, provides
the highest quality training to each student by
creating innovative, interesting and technically
sound courses and presenting the highest quality
training using multiple sets of training aids
realizing that hands-on training is the most
important aspect. All of this is possible by
providing motivated, experienced and technically
competent instructors who are empowered to
accomplish our mission. Each instructor has a
minimum of 30 years experience as a teacher or
instructor and is certified in their areas of
instruction.
It’s not about Us. It’s about YOU!
We are committed to your success!
Gerald and Linda Taylor
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