AWS CM : 2000
AWS CM : 2000
CERTIFICATION MANUAL FOR WELDING INSPECTORS
American Welding Society
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 - The Welding Inspector
Introduction
Important Qualifications for the Welding Inspector
Ethical Requirements for the Welding Inspector
Establishing Lines of Communication
Summary
Review - Chapter 1 - The Welding Inspector
Chapter 2 - Welding Inspector Responsibilities
Introduction
Inspection Responsibilities Before Welding
Welding Inspector Responsibilities During Welding
Welding Inspector Responsibilities After Welding
Review - Chapter 2 - Welding Inspector Responsibility
Chapter 3 - Safety
Introduction
Management's Responsibility
The Working Environment
Eye and Face Protection
Protective Clothing
Ear Protection
Fumes and Gases
Confined Spaces
Handling of Compressed Gases
Gases
Electric Shock
Review Chapter 3 - Safety
Chapter 4 - Standards, Including Codes and
Specifications
Introduction
Requirements of Standards, Codes, and Specifications
Codes Important to Welding
Definition of Inspector
Introduction
Types of Joints
Types of Welds
Fusion and Penetration Terminology
Weld Size Terminology
Weld Application Terminology
Summary
Review - Chapter 5 - Weld Joint Geometry and Welding
Terminology
Chapter 6 - Welding and Nondestructive Examination
Symbols
Introduction
Elements of the Welding Symbol
Summary
Review - Chapter 6 - Welding and Nondestructive
Examination Symbols
Chapter 7 - Weldability, Welding Metallurgy, and
Welding Chemistry
Introduction
Welding Metallurgy
Welding Chemistry
Summary
Review - Chapter 7 - Weldability, Welding Chemistry, and
Welding Metallurgy
Chapter 8 - Destructive Testing
Introduction
Tensile Testing
Hardness Testing
Toughness Testing
Soundness Testing
Destructive Tests for Chemical Properties
Metallographic Testing
Metric Conversions
Review - Chapter 8 - Destructive Testing
Chapter 9 - Welding Procedure and Welder Qualification
Introduction
Welding Procedure Specification
Welding Procedure Qualification
Welder and Brazer Qualification
Summary
Review - Chapter 9 - Welding Procedure and Welder
Qualification
Chapter 10 - Welding, Brazing, and Cutting Processes
Introduction
Limiting Factors
Welding Processes
Brazing (B)
Cutting Processes
Summary
Review - Chapter 10 - Welding, Brazing, and Cutting
Processes
Chapter 11 - Weld and Base Metal Discontinuities
Introduction
Types of Discontinuities
Size of Discontinuity
Location of Discontinuity
Summary
Review - Chapter 11 - Weld and Base Metal Discontinuities
Chapter 12 - Nondestructive Examination (NDE) Processes
Introduction
Selection of Examination Method
Examination Methods and Limitations
Qualification of NDE Personnel
Summary
Review - Chapter 12 - Nondestructive Examination
(NDE) Processes
Chapter 13 - Inspection Reports
Introduction
Report Content
Report Format
Multiple Inspection
Unstructured Reports
Report Checklist
Conclusion
Review - Chapter 13 - Inspection Reports
Annex A - Additional Resources
Technical and Scientific Organizations of the Welding
Fabricating Industry
Examination Method Selection Guide
Annex B - Sample Forms
AWS D1
ASME B31.1 SECTION IX
API
AWS QC-1
Annex C - Answer Key-Review Questions for
Chapters 1-13
Abstract
This publication is intended to be a reference for individuals interested in becoming Certified Welding Inspectors. Although intended specifically for those studying for the CWI examination, it should also be of benefit to others from the standpoint of improving their comprehension of the information set out in the text.
General Product Information
| Document Type | Standard |
| Status | Current |
| Publisher | American Welding Society |
