* Identifies Courses Recommended Prior to CWI For Those With Less Experience In Welding And Inspection
CWI FUNDAMENTALS OF WELDING INSPECTION - 40 HOURS IN CLASSROOM
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.
| StartDate | EndDate | Location | Link to Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/17/23 | 04/21/23 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register |
| 10/30/23 | 11/03/23 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register |
Price: $900.00
CWI PRE-COURSE - 40 HOURS 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.
Price: $350.00 or FREE With the Purchase of Option 1
CWI REFRESHER COURSE - 40 HOURS ONLINE
30 Days Online Refresher To Re-Take The CWI Examinations. If you took one of our course options for CWI within the last year 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 Three Parts, A, B, & C, after completing Option 1, 2 or 3 within the past year. Price: $350.00 For One Part Only A, B or C
CWI/CWE PREPARATORY COURSE WITH 3 AVAILABLE OPTIONS
CWI/CWE PREPARATORY COURSE: OPTION 1 CLASSROOM 2 WEEKS
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!
| StartDate | EndDate | Location | Link to Select Class | Part B TestDate | Application Deadline | Fast Track Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/30/23 | 2/10/23 | Pascagoula, MS | Click Here to Pre-Register | 2/11/23 | 12/30/22 | 1/27/23 |
| 2/13/23 | 2/24/23 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register | 2/25/23 | 1/8/23 | 2/5/23 |
| 3/13/23 | 3/24/23 | Ellijay, GA | Click Here to Pre-Register | 3/25/23 | 2/5/23 | 3/5/23 |
| 3/27/23 | 4/7/23 | Morgan City | Click Here to Pre-Register | 4/8/23 | 3/11/23 | 3/19/23 |
| 4/17/23 | 4/28/23 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register | 4/29/23 | 3/11/23 | 4/8/23 |
| 5/15/23 | 5/26/23 | Ellijay, GA | Click Here to Pre-Register | 5/27/23 | 4/8/23 | 5/6/23 |
| 5/29/23 | 6/9/23 | Pascagoula, MS | Click Here to Pre-Register | 6/10/23 | 4/22/23 | 5/21/23 |
| 6/12/23 | 6/23/23 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register | 6/24/23 | 4/29/23 | 5/27/23 |
| 7/17/23 | 7/28/23 | Morgan City | Click Here to Pre-Register | 7/29/23 | 6/11/23 | 7/8/23 |
| 8/7/23 | 8/18/23 | Ellijay, GA | Click Here to Pre-Register | 8/19/23 | 8/1/23 | 7/29/23 |
| 9/4/23 | 9/15/23 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register | 9/16/23 | 7/29/23 | 8/26/23 |
| 9/18/23 | 9/29/23 | Pascagoula, MS | Click Here to Pre-Register | 9/30/23 | 8/12/23 | 9/9/23 |
| 10/2/23 | 10/13/23 | Ellijay, GA | Click Here to Pre-Register | 10/14/23 | 9/9/23 | 10/7/23 |
| 10/16/23 | 10/27/23 | Morgan City | Click Here to Pre-Register | 10/28/23 | 9/9/23 | 10/7/23 |
| 10/30/23 | 11/10/23 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register | 11/11/23 | 09/23/23 | 10/21/23 |
| 11/27/23 | 12/8/23 | Pascagoula, MS | Click Here to Pre-Register | 12/9/23 | 10/21/23 | 11/18/23 |
| 12/4/23 | 12/15/23 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register | 12/16/23 | 10/31/23 | 11/28/23 |
| StartDate | EndDate | Location | Link to Select Class | Part B TestDate | Application Deadline | Fast Track Deadline |
Price: $1800.00
Includes: Free Pre-Course Online for the 30 days prior to your course date.
Free Practice Exams Online for Parts A & C to use before testing.
Look for Our Online CWI Pre-Course Study Course on the Previous Page.
Retake Price: $900 Two Weeks – (Does not include Pre-Course or Books) – Retake Price: $500 One Week
CWI/CWE PREPARATORY COURSE: OPTION 2 (HAS 2 PARTS)
OPTION 2 - 120 DAYS ONLINE AND ONE WEEK IN CLASSROOM
Part 1 is 120 Days Online Welding Fundamentals And Code Preparation Then Part 2 is 40 Hours In Classroom For Part B Practical Exam Preparation. This course layout allows more time to learn the largest amount of information prior to entering the classroom environment. Once the online Welding Fundamentals and Code Preparation have been successfully completed, students should possess the fundamental knowledge and open book skills needed for the Practical Exam Preparation week. This week will be dedicated to learning the Part B Specification, 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. This is the best approach if you are a dedicated self study student. It takes self discipline to make yourself study on your own but students who do this option are always more relaxed in class and more positive. Learning all the Welding Fundamentals and mastering the use of your Open Book prior to the Practical week is critical to your success so study hard and come prepared!
| StartDate | EndDate | Location | Link to Select Class | Part B TestDate | AWS Application Deadline | Fast Track Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/6/23 | 2/10/23 | Pascagoula, MS | Click Here to Pre-Register | 2/11/23 | 12/30/22 | 1/23/23 |
| 2/20/23 | 2/24/23 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register | 2/25/23 | 1/8/23 | 2/5/23 |
| 3/20/23 | 3/24/23 | Ellijay, GA | Click Here to Pre-Register | 3/25/23 | 2/5/23 | 3/5/23 |
| 4/3/23 | 4/7/23 | Morgan City, LA | Click Here to Pre-Register | 4/8/23 | 3/4/23 | 3/19/23 |
| 4/24/23 | 4/28/23 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register | 4/29/23 | 3/11/23 | 4/9/23 |
| 5/22/23 | 5/26/23 | Ellijay, GA | Click Here to Pre-Register | 5/27/23 | 4/8/23 | 5/7/23 |
| 6/5/23 | 6/9/23 | Pascagoula, MS | Click Here to Pre-Register | 6/10/23 | 4/22/23 | 5/21/23 |
| 6/19/23 | 6/23/23 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register | 6/24/23 | 4/29/23 | 5/28/23 |
| 7/24/23 | 7/28/23 | Morgan City | Click Here to Pre-Register | 7/29/23 | 6/11/23 | 7/9/23 |
| 8/14/23 | 8/18/23 | Ellijay, GA | Click Here to Pre-Register | 8/19/23 | 8/1/23 | 8/26/23 |
| 9/11/23 | 9/15/23 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register | 9/16/23 | 7/29/23 | 8/26/23 |
| 9/25/23 | 9/29/23 | Pascagoula, MS | Click Here to Pre-Register | 9/30/23 | 8/12/23 | 9/9/23 |
| 10/9/23 | 10/13/23 | Ellijay, GA | Click Here to Pre-Register | 10/14/23 | 9/9/23 | 10/7/23 |
| 10/23/23 | 10/27/23 | Morgan City, LA | Click Here to Pre-Register | 10/28/23 | 9/9/23 | 10/7/23 |
| 11/6/23 | 11/10/23 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register | 11/11/23 | 9/23/23 | 10/21/23 |
| 12/4/23 | 12/8/23 | Pascagoula, MS | Click Here to Pre-Register | 12/9/23 | 10/21/23 | 11/18/23 |
| 12/11/23 | 12/15/23 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register | 12/16/23 | 10/31/23 | 11/28/23 |
| StartDate | EndDate | Location | Link to select Class | Part B TestDate | AWS Application Deadline | Fast Track Deadline |
Price: $1300.00 Without Printed Materials
Price: $1425.00 With Printed Materials
Plus FREE Online Practice Tests for Part A & Part C After Class To Use Before Your Prometric Testing!
CWI/CWE PREPARATORY COURSE: OPTION 3 ONLINE
120 Days Online Access To All Three Preparatory Parts : 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!
Hands-on Tools And Samples Available For The Last 30 Day Period.
Please notify our office when you begin the last 30 days of your online course and are ready to work on the plastic sample questions.
*$1000.00 deposit required but will be refunded in full when tools and samples are returned in good condition).
Price: $750.00 Without Printed Materials
Price: $825.00 With Printed Materials
FREE Use of Hands-on Tools and Samples Available for The Last 30-Day Period Extend Your Access To The Online For $200 For 30 Days, $100 For 14 Days. (Extension does not apply to plastic replicas and tools.)
PART B REFRESHER - 40 HOURS IN CLASSROOM
| StartDate | EndDate | Location | Link to Select Class | Part B TestDate | AWS Application Deadline | Fast Track Deadline |
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| 2/6/23 | 2/10/23 | Pascagoula, MS | Click Here to Pre-Register | 2/11/23 | 12/30/22 | 1/23/23 |
| 2/20/23 | 2/24/23 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register | 2/25/23 | 1/8/23 | 2/5/23 |
| 3/20/23 | 3/24/23 | Ellijay, GA | Click Here to Pre-Register | 3/25/23 | 2/5/23 | 3/5/23 |
| 4/3/23 | 4/7/23 | Morgan City, LA | Click Here to Pre-Register | 4/8/23 | 3/4/23 | 3/19/23 |
| 4/24/23 | 4/28/23 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register | 4/29/23 | 3/11/23 | 4/9/23 |
| 5/22/23 | 5/26/23 | Ellijay, GA | Click Here to Pre-Register | 5/27/23 | 4/8/23 | 5/7/23 |
| 6/5/23 | 6/9/23 | Pascagoula, MS | Click Here to Pre-Register | 6/10/23 | 4/22/23 | 5/21/23 |
| 6/19/23 | 6/23/23 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register | 6/24/23 | 4/29/23 | 5/28/23 |
| 7/24/23 | 7/28/23 | Morgan City | Click Here to Pre-Register | 7/29/23 | 6/11/23 | 7/9/23 |
| 8/14/23 | 8/18/23 | Ellijay, GA | Click Here to Pre-Register | 8/19/23 | 8/1/23 | 8/26/23 |
| 9/11/23 | 9/15/23 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register | 9/16/23 | 7/29/23 | 8/26/23 |
| 9/25/23 | 9/29/23 | Pascagoula, MS | Click Here to Pre-Register | 9/30/23 | 8/12/23 | 9/9/23 |
| 10/9/23 | 10/13/23 | Ellijay, GA | Click Here to Pre-Register | 10/14/23 | 9/9/23 | 10/7/23 |
| 10/23/23 | 10/27/23 | Morgan City, LA | Click Here to Pre-Register | 10/28/23 | 9/9/23 | 10/7/23 |
| 11/6/23 | 11/10/23 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register | 11/11/23 | 9/23/23 | 10/21/23 |
| 12/4/23 | 12/8/23 | Pascagoula, MS | Click Here to Pre-Register | 12/9/23 | 10/21/23 | 11/18/23 |
| 12/11/23 | 12/15/23 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register | 12/16/23 | 10/31/23 | 11/28/23 |
| StartDate | EndDate | Location | Link to select Class | Part B TestDate | AWS Application Deadline | Fast Track Deadline |
Price: $900.00
APPLICATIONS OF VISUAL WELDING INSPECTION - 40 HOURS IN CLASSROOM
Learn the Welding Inspector's Job. Enjoy one full week of hand-on instruction covering all aspects of welding inspection in our shop and classroom facility in Ellijay, GA. Three simulated jobs, built to AWS D1.1, ASME B31.3 and ASME VIII, all begin with drawings and materials and end 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 CWI pre-course.
| StartDate | EndDate | Location | Link to Class |
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| 03/20/23 | 03/24/23 | Cancelled | Click Here to Pre-Register |
| 08/14/23 | 09/01/23 | Ellijay, GA | Click Here to Pre-Register |
| 10/09/23 | 10/13/23 | Ellijay, GA | Click Here to Pre-Register |
Price: $1050.00
RADIOGRAPHIC FILM INTERPRETATION - 40 HOURS IN CLASSROOM
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.
| StartDate | EndDate | Location | Link to Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20/23 | 02/24/23 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register |
| 06/19/23 | 06/23/23 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register |
| 09/11/23 | 09/15/23 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register |
| 12/11/23 | 12/15/23 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register |
Price: $900.00
WELDING PROCEDURE FUNDAMENTALS - 40 HOURS IN CLASSROOM
Increase Your Understanding Of Welding Procedure And Welder Qualification According To AWS D1 .1, ASME Section IX and API 1104 By Taking This Course. Students learn how to determine requirements for procedure qualification, document welding parameters and develop Welding Procedures, Procedure Qualification Records and Welder Performance Qualification Records. 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.
| StartDate | EndDate | Location | Link to Class |
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| 02/13/23 | 02/17/23 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register |
| 09/04/23 | 09/08/23 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register |
| 10/02/23 | 10/06/23 | Ellijay, GA | Click Here to Pre-Register |
Price: $900.00
MAGNETIC PARTICLE/ LIQUID PENENTRANT LEVEL I&II - 40 HOURS IN CLASSROOM/SHOP
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, this course offers 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-1 A for Level I and II certification. Additional dates/locations will be scheduled based on student participation.
| StartDate | EndDate | Location | Link to Class |
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| 05/15/23 | 05/19/23 | Ellijay, GA | Click Here to Pre-Register |
| 08/07/23 | 08/11/23 | Ellijay, GA | Click Here to Pre-Register |
| 12/04/23 | 12/08/23 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register |
Price for MT/PT (5 Days): $900
ASME SECTION IX, B31.1 and B31.3 IN CLASSROOM
Learn How To Use The ASME Section IX, B31.1 and B31.3 ASME Section IX Welding Procedures and Welders Qualification Records are important to welding inspection. You should know what you are looking at and how it was developed. 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.
| StartDate | EndDate | Location | Link to Class |
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| 03/13/23 | 03/17/23 | Ellijay, GA | Click Here to Pre-Register |
| 06/12/23 | 06/16/23 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register |
Price: $900
ADVANCED VISUAL WELDING INSPECTION
Have You Had Your CWI For Awhile And Ready To Learn More? 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.
| Start Date | End Date | Location | Link to Class |
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| 04/24/23 | 04/28/23 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register |
| 05/22/23 | 05/26/23 | Ellijay, GA | Click Here to Pre-Register |
| 11/06/23 | 11/10/23 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register |
Price: $1050.00
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
9 YEAR RECERTIFICATION WORKSHOP - 80 HOURS
Renew Your SCWI Or CWI Without Testing! 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. Registration forms for course the must be sent to Real Educational Services.
Price: $1250.00 Classroom - $700.00 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. 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: $900.00
ENDORSEMENT COURSES FOR SCWI AND CWI 40 HOURS ONLINE
For Those Who Want To Step Up In The Pipeline Industry, Get Prepared for the API 1169 Exam. 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.