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The Fundamentals of Welding and Industrial Certification






Richard DePue will present this two day workshop and will provide:

  • the theory and practical applications of shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
  • a basic overview of TIG, MIG, Flux Core and Thermal cutting
  • hands on SMAW of T joints, welder certification and testing of welded plates
  • a review of American Welding Society (AWS), American Petroleum Institute (API) and American Society of Mechanical Engineering welding codes and their requirements for qualification and certification of welders. 
  • the basic requirements for the visual inspection and destructive testing of welded plates and applicable code acceptance requirements
  • describe a path for students to obtain certification to the above codes and for instructors to obtain certification to AWS, API and ASNT standards as welders and welding inspectors
  • learn how to use the web site and track student and teacher certifications

Important Session Information:


This is a three day session.  Days 1 & 2 will be held at Region 8 ESC.  Day 3 will be held at Pittsburg High School.  

Day 1: June 30, 2021 9 AM to 3 PM
Basic TEA welder certifications, how to conduct, log in, submit and view certifications.
AWS D1.1 Tack, AWS D9.1 Fillet Testing
Review of advanced welder certifications and equipment needed.
AWS Full Length Fillet, V-Groove with/without backing
Intro to pipeline and pressure vessel welding certifications and how to obtain
API 1104 Pipeline, ASME IX Pressure Vessel, International Structural
How to use basic weld inspection tools, (provided on hands-on day)
Fillet size, Undercut, Reinforcement Gauges

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Session ID:
279745
Credits Available:
(15) CPE
(15) Contact Hours
Seats Available:
0
Fee:
$300.00 (Login to See CO-OP Pricing)
Contact Person:
Gayla Jinks
Instructor(s):
Kerri Bowles
Richard DePue
Date Time Location
6/30/2021 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Region 08 ESC - 117 - Bowie
4845 US Highway 271 N, Pittsburg, 75686
7/1/2021 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Region 08 ESC - 117 - Bowie
4845 US Highway 271 N, Pittsburg, 75686
7/2/2021 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM PITTSBURG ISD, PITTSBURG H S
300 S TEXAS ST, PITTSBURG, 75686-1536
Region 8 Education Service Center | 4845 US Highway 271 N | Pittsburg TX 75686 | 903-572-8551 | Map/Directions

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