CSWIP 3.2 Examination

Examination is 5 Parts (3.2.1) or 8 Parts (3.2.2)

(Each part has a 70% pass mark)

1. Technical Paper (1h 15min)

 v 6 Questions given (4 answers required)

 v Question #1 must be answered

 v Answer 3 other questions from the remaining 5 questions

2. Interpretation of Welding Symbols (1h)

 v Engineering drawing has welding symbols for 12 joints

 v Interpret the symbols & comment on any errors or inconsistencies

3. Fracture Face Examination (1h)

 v Examine fracture faces of 2 specimens & interpret modes of failure

4. NDT Reports (1h)

 v Scrutinise 3 NDT Reports & list all errors and all omissions

5. Oral (~ 10 to 15 min)

 v 1 Question: - subject will be related to supervision of welding inspectors or to safety matters

6. Radiographic Interpretation (1h 30min)

 v 6 dense metal welds - steel

7. Multi-Choice Radiographic Theory Paper (30min)

 v 30 questions

8. Radiographic Density & Sensitivity (1h)

 v Densitometer calibration using a Density Strip

 v Sensitivity calculations for 5 welds

Note: If the candidate for the Senior Welding Inspector Examination does hold a recognised qualification in Radiographic Interpretation (a CSWIP or PCN Certificate) he is not required to sit 3 additional examination parts (6, 7 & 8)

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