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Course Objectives

  • To identify various weld imperfections (defects)

  • To understand the relevant welding technology related to visual inspection

  • To understand the need for documentation in welding

  • To be aware of codes and standards related to inspection requirements

  • To carry out inspection of parent materials and consumables

  • To carry out visual inspection of welds, report on them and assess their compliance with specified acceptance criteria

  • To pass the CSWIP 3.0 Visual Welding Inspector qualification.



  • Entry Requirements
  • Although there is no specific experience required, it is recommended that candidates possess a minimum of six months' welding-related engineering experience and two years' industrial experience.

    In addition, candidates must comply with Clause 1.3.4 of CSWIP document WI-6-92 available at www.cswip.com

Career Progression

  • CSWIP 3.1 - Welding Inspector - Level 2

  • CSWIP 3.2 - Senior Welding Inspector - Level 3                                                     

  • Radiographic Interpretation (RI) - Principles (Part A)

  • BGAS-CSWIP Painting Inspector - Grade 2/3

  • BGAS-CSWIP Painting Inspector - Grade 1

  • BGAS-CSWIP Site Coatings Inspector



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