National Welding Inspectors Certification Scheme(NWICS)
WQC is an Approved Training Partner(ATP) and as an Approved Training Centre( ATC ) of the Indian Institute of Welding(IIW).NWICS is conducting 1st time in India
Levels of Certification
- Basic level ( NWICS – Basic )
- Standard level ( NWICS – Standard )
- Advanced level ( NWICS – Advanced )
Comparison of Major Inspectors Certification Schemes
Basic level
Eligibility Qualification & Experience requirements
| Sl No | Educational Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Class VIII | 5 Yrs. Industrial experience out of which 3 yrs in welding area /inspection / NDT of welds |
| 2 | Class X (With Sc. &Math) / ITI (Mech.) | 3 Yrs. Industrial experience out of which 2 Yrs. in welding area /inspection / NDT of welds |
| 3 | Class XII / IWS/IWIP(B) diploma or any equivalent Welding Inspectors course | 2 Yrs. Industrial experience out of which 1 Yr. in welding technology / inspection / NDT of welds |
| 4 | MSc/BE/ IWE/ BSc /Diploma in Engg. / IWT, IWIP (S) diploma or equivalent Welding Inspectors course | 6 months Industrial experience in welding technology /inspection / NDT of welds, desirable but not essential |
Role and functions Welding Inspectors – Basic level
- Independently carry out before, during and post-weld visual inspection and dimensional checks of weldments against specification requirements & drawings.
- To carry out the following functions under the supervision of a Welding Inspector – Standard level or Welding Inspector – Advanced level
- Understand the application of various standards, codes, specifications, welding symbols, drawings, WPS and statutory / regulatory requirements.
- Verify the compliance of raw materials & consumables, certificates against the applicable standards, codes & specifications.
- Verify that joint dimensions, edge preparation, fit up, welding equipment, weld preparations are in accordance with the drawings, standards and process requirements
- Verify the compliance of pre-heat procedures against the applicable standards.
- To carry out in-process surveillance during welding to verify compliance with specified procedure including pre-heat, welding parameters , inter-pass temperature control and any post-heat requirements.
- Understand and ensure compliance of applicable safety requirements.
Standard level
Eligibility Qualification & Experience requirements
| Sl No | Educational Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Class VIII | 8 Yrs. Industrial experience out of which 5 yrs in welding area/ inspection / NDT of welds |
| 2 | Class X (With Sc. &Math) / ITI (Mech.) | 5 Yrs. Industrial experience out of which 3 yrs in welding area/ inspection / NDT of welds |
| 3 | Class XII / IWS /NWICS – B / IWIP(B) diploma or equivalent Welding Inspectors course | 3 Yrs. Industrial experience out of which 2 yrs in welding technology/ inspection /NDT of welds |
| 4 | BSc /Diploma in Engg. / IWT, IWIP (S) diploma | 2 Yrs. Industrial experience in welding technology / inspection / NDT of welds. |
| 5 | MSc/BE/ IWE | 1 Yr. Industrial experience in welding technology / inspection / NDT of welds |
Role and functions of Welding Inspectors – Standard level
- Supervise the activities of Welding Inspectors – Basic level
- Independently carry out the following functions
- All functions carried out by a Welding Inspector – Basic level in addition
- Develop, comment and review quality control and inspection & testing plans based on product standards, codes, specifications, drawings and statuary/regulatory requirements.
- Review Welding Procedures(WPS) for compliance with code and contract requirements and verify Welding Procedure Qualification(WPQR) compliance
- Witness procedure qualification test including testing of specimen and verify compliance with WPQRs, WPSs and Welders Qualification against applicable standards for conventional welding processes (e.g. arc welding processes, steels, aluminium alloys etc.)
- Verify the compliance of PWHT procedures against the applicable standards.
- Verify NDT procedure compliance
- Take decisions on acceptance of quality documents related to welded fabrication (e.g NDT, Material Testing, Production Testing, etc.)
- Take decisions based on above quality documents (e.g NDT, Material Testing, Production Testing etc)according to the requirements defined for the construction
- Implement weld inspection quality assurance plans
- Evaluation & acceptance of welded fabrication on the basis of DT & NDT test reports.
- Conduct surveillance and audit of suppliers and vendors
- Report on all the above actions.
- Training and evaluation of Welding Inspectors – Basic level
Advanced level
Eligibility Qualification & Experience requirements
The candidate must possess NWICS – Standard level or equivalent certification along with
| Sl No | Educational Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Class X (With Sc. &Math) / ITI (Mech.) | 10 Yrs. Industrial experience out of which 5 yrs in welding area / inspection /NDT of welds |
| 2 | IWS /IWIP(S) / Class XII ( with Sc & Maths ) | 5 Yrs. Industrial experience out of which 3 yrs in welding technology / inspection / NDT of welds |
| 3 | BSc /Diploma in Engg. / IWT | 3 Yrs. Industrial experience out of which 2 yrs in welding technology / inspection / NDT of welds |
| 4 | MSc/BE/IWE / IWIP (C) | 2 Yrs. Industrial experience out of which 1 yr in welding technology / inspection / NDT of welds |
Role and functions of Welding Inspectors – Advanced level
- Supervise the activities of Welding Inspectors – Basic and Standard levels
- Independently carry out the following functions
- All functions carried out by a Welding Inspector – Basic level and Standard level in addition
- Verify base material and filler material compatibility
- Witness procedure qualification test including testing of specimen and verify compliance with WPQRs, WPSs.
- Conduct Welders Qualification tests and qualify the same against applicable standards for conventional welding processes. (e.g. arc welding processes, steels, Al. alloys etc.)
- Write Welding Procedures Specifications (WPS) & Welder Performance Qualification (WPQ)
- Prepare visual inspection, NDT and Destructive testing (DT) requirements
- Identification of weld defects and determination of their acceptability including Radiographic film interpretation for carbon, low alloy and stainless steels.
- Final acceptance and certification that all requirements specified for the weldment have been met
- Prepare welding inspection quality assurance plans, audit and surveillance plans along with documentation and control requirements.
- Maintenance of comprehensive inspection reports
- Training and evaluation of Welding Inspectors – Standard level
- Provide technical leadership and guidance to team of Welding Inspectors
Examination Procedure
1) ANB India conducts an examination comprising of theory, practical and viva-voce to determine a candidate’s knowledge & competence.
2) ANB India suggests that candidates undergo a training program at an ANB India Approved Training Partner (ATP), at the appropriate level as preparation for appearing for the examinations.
3) The examinations are conducted at ANB India Approved Testing Centres (ATC) by ANB India Authorised Examiners.
Examination
1. Comprises of Theory, Practical & Viva-voice examinations
Theory – 100 marks / pass marks 65
Practical – 100 marks / pass marks 65
Viva-voce – 100 marks / pass marks 65
2. Weightage
Theory – 40%
Practical – 40%
Viva-voce – 20%
3. Minimum aggregate Pass Marks – 70%
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NWICS Knowledge and Competency
Knowledge & Competency at appropriate level on
- Codes and standards
- Raw Material, Control and Traceability
- Raw materials and their behaviour during welding
- Conventional welding and cutting processes and equipment
- Safety practices during welding & cutting
- Conventional DT and NDT methods including integrity testing.
- Joint types, welding positions and welding symbols.
- Detection & interpretation of discontinue
- Welding qualification – procedure and performance
- Interpretation and evaluation of RT & UT reports.
- Comment on & review the quality control documents viz. QAPs, WPSs, PQRs, WPQs, MTCs, DT & NDT reports
- Inspection of welded fabrications before, during and after welding including Dimensional Inspection PMI and PWHT
- Effective Oral & Written Communication and prepare reports
NWICS at WQC Institute Ernakulam(Kochi)
WQC Institute of NDT and Inspection Technology is near to the North Railway Station(Ernakulam Central), Metro Station, K.S.R.T.C Bus Stand, private bus stand and 20mints drive from Cochin International Airport(CIAL)
Accomodation and Food
We are not providing but there is many providers and students are adviced to select as per their choice.
Admissions
Batch consists of 20 to 25 students.
So book your seats by paying a registration fee of
Rs 2000/- and the balance amount to be paid at the time of joining.(No refund is allowed)
As IIW India ANB and NABET is involved in exams. The exams are arranged in consultation with them and students will be notified.
