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Welding Inspector Level 1 Course | Auckland
October 21 @ 8:30 am - October 25 @ 5:00 pm
Venue: HERA House, Manukau City
This course provides training in welding inspection.
It leads to:
- HERA Welding Inspector – Steel Structures
- HERA Certificate of Proficiency in Visual Testing of Welded Joints to AS/NZS ISO 17637:2019
The course content complies with the HERA requirements for the training of welding inspection personnel.
On the completion of the course, the candidates will be able to perform essential duties of the welding inspector within the scope of AS/NZS 5131 Section 7 and Appendix I including the revision and approval of welding procedures and welders’ qualifications, and reporting visual examination of welds in accordance with the standards and specifications.
This course is perfect for:
- Fabricators who perform in-house visual examinations
- Those seeking the CBIP Certified Welding Inspector
It is especially relevant to those in:
- Steel construction
- Infrastructure fabrication and maintenance
- Bridge building
- Transport industry
- Machinery
- Shipbuilding
- Maintenance
You need to meet the following requirements to qualify to do this course.
- Have successfully completed the HERA Welding Supervisor course and passed both Paper A & Paper B exams.
- Proficiency in the comprehension and writing of English as used in the engineering industry,
- Proficiency in basic mathematics.
- The ability to write reports.
This course covers the scope of inspection activities as well as NDT techniques.
Welding inspection:
- The role and responsibilities of a Welding Inspector
- Welding terms and definitions
- Mechanical testing on welded joints
- Types and causes of weld imperfections
- Welding procedures, approvals and welder approvals
NDT techniques:
- Testing methods
- Visual inspection
- Liquid penetrant testing
- Magnetic particle testing
- Radiographic testing
- Ultrasonic testing
- Pressure test
- Dimensional tests
- Quality assurance
- Practical work
The standards covered in this course include AS/NZS ISO 17637, AS/NZS 1554 part 1, 2 and 3, AS/NZS ISO 5817, AS/NZS 2980, and AS/NZS ISO 9606.
There are two exams which are taken on the last day of the course week:
- Part 1 WI1 Welding Inspection Theory (1.5 hours online)
- Part 2 WI1 Welding Inspection Practical (2.5 hours)
You need to meet the following requirements to qualify to do these exams:
- Hold the AS/NZS 2214 Welding Supervisor certificate.
- An optometrist certificate obtained within three months must be submitted with your application to sit these exams. Unaided or corrected near visual acuity reading N4 Times Roman type or Jaeger J1 at a distance of not less than 30cm on a standard reading chart.
It is important to note the following:
Candidates will be notified by email and letter of the marks awarded for each paper, and the result – that is, PASS or FAIL.
Results can generally be expected within four weeks of exams given all course fees are paid. We request that you do not make contact for these details unless this time has passed.
Need more information?
Please contact our Welding team by phone +64 9 242 4849, or by email at welding@hera.org.nz
All prices include GST.
HERA Ordinary Platinum member
20% discount
HERA Affiliate or Associate Gold members
5% discount
Non HERA member
Full price
Course Cost:
$2,243
$2,664
$2804
Exam Costs:
Theory Exam
$252
$299
$315
Practical Exam
$366
$399
$420
Want to get a HERA membership discount, but aren’t a member?
Find out how to become one today. Or contact our Manager Customer Experience, Rebecca Symonds for more info.
Not only will this reduce your course fees for your business, but also for any of your employees throughout the year. And depending on the tier of membership you choose you can also enjoy discounts on offered resources and other membership benefits as well.
HERA House
17-19 Gladding Place
Manukau City 2104
What does the course cost?
The cost depends on your employers’ HERA membership. For more details, refer to the “Prices” tab.
How often is this course held?
The course is usually offered twice a year
Do I have to do the Welding Supervisor course first?
Yes. The welding supervisor qualification is a mandatory requirement for the Welding Inspector Level 1 course
Please fill in the application form below to secure your spot.
Note: Applications are not confirmed until about a month before the course. We will be in touch as soon as your application has been reviewed and accepted. Thank you.
PLEASE NOTE: YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO UPLOAD A CURRENT OPTOMISTRIST CERTIFICATE.
An optometrist certificate obtained within three months must be submitted with your application to sit this exam. Unaided or corrected near visual acuity reading N4 Times Roman type or Jaeger J1 at a distance of not less than 30cm on a standard reading chart.
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If you’re having trouble filling in this form, please contact us on +64 9 262 2885 or email at admin@hera.org.nz, and we’ll be happy to help.
