Packet CWI CWE 0515

CWI/CWE CHECKLIST
YOU MUST FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.

THE APPLICANT NOT THEIR COMPANY NOR THEIR SPOUSE - IS RESPONSIBLE
FOR PROPER SUBMITTAL
1.
Choose a class start date and examination date.
2.
Complete and send the AWS Application with payment to the American Welding Society at
least six (6) weeks before the examination date. If this is not filed on time, a late fee will be
charged by the American Welding Society.
Make certain to include the site code, the examination date and the City / State of Troy / OH
on your application. Also make sure to indicate the choice of code book (i.e. AWS D1.1 or API
1104 or other) and indicate Examination Only if you are testing at Troy, OH. Send AWS
application to: American Welding Society, Certification Business Unit, 8669 NW 36 St.,
Suite 130, Miami, FL 33166-6672. It is suggested that you send application via UPS, FEDEX, or
registered mail so that the packet may be tracked.
3.
Complete and mail the Hobart Institute Technical Training Agreement / Enrollment Form to:
Registrar; Hobart Institute of Welding Technology; 400 Trade Square East; Troy, OH 45373
or Fax to 937-332-9550, Attn: Registrar.
Include Credit Card Information or Check, or a Complete Copy of Company Purchase Order with
Name and Telephone Number of Contact Person.
NOTE: Checks and Company Purchase orders must be made out to:
HOBART INSTITUTE OF WELDING TECHNOLOGY
We cannot register anyone over the telephone. We must have a signature for registration.
4.
5.
6.
Purchase your code book for the exam (AWS D1.1 or API 1104) and bring it with you the first
day of class. The code books are available through the HIWT bookstore at 1-800-332-9448, ext.
9509 or 937-332-9509 or they may be purchased direct from the publisher.
Also bring with you a noiseless calculator. (These are NOT available in our bookstore.) You may
not use PDAs, cell phones, or hand-held computers in place of a calculator.
7.
The QC1 (Standard for AWS Certification of Welding Inspectors) can be obtained through AWS
website at http://files.aws.org/certification/docs/QC1-2007.pdf
8.
All other books for the class are supplied by the Institute.
NOTE: Checks and Company POs for BOOKS must be made out to
HOBART INSTITUTE OF WELDING TECHNOLOGY
For any additional information, call: 1-800-332-9448.
Rev. 05/07/15 LM
2014
2015
PREPARATION FOR CERTIFIED WELDING INSPECTOR/EDUCATOR
EXAMINATION COURSE STARTING DATES AND EXAM DATES
Class Starting Date
Examination Date
Date Application
and Fee Must be
Submitted to AWS
AWS Site Code
12 January 2015
23 January 2015
December 12, 2014
OH00115
16 February 2015
27 February 2015
January 16, 2015
OH00215
16 March 2015
27 March 2015
February 13, 2015
OH00515
13 April 2015
24 April 2015
March 13, 2015
OH00615
11 May 2015
22 May 2015
April 10, 2015
OH00715
22 June 2015
3 July 2015
May 22, 2015
OH00815
20 July 2015
31 July 2015
June 19, 2015
OH00915
24 August 2015
4 September 2015
July 24, 2015
OH01015
21 September 2015
2 October 2015
August 21, 2015
OH 01115
2 November 2015
13 November 2015
October 2, 2015
OH01215
7 December 2015
18 December 2015
November 6, 2015
OH01315
American Welding Society will charge a late/fast-tracking fee if application is not

submitted to the American Welding Society six weeks before the examination date.
Rev. 09/30/2014 mb
AWS Certification Photo Requirements

AWS adopts the same guidelines for photos as does the U.S. Department of State for passport
photos. The following guidelines are borrowed and modified from the U.S. Department of State
website.
Your photo is a vital part of your application. To learn more, review the information below on
how to provide a suitable photo to avoid processing delays. The acceptance of your photo is
always at the discretion of the AWS.
We recommend you use a professional passport photo service to ensure your photo meets all
the requirements.
If you are applying for a Certification, you must provide one (1) passport-style
photograph. Your photo must be:
In color
Printed on photo quality paper
2 x 2 inches (51 x 51 mm) in size
Sized such that the head is between 1 inch and 1 3/8 inches (between 25 and 35 mm)
from the bottom of the chin to the top of the head.
Taken within the last 6 months to reflect your current appearance
Taken in front of a plain white or off-white background
Taken in full-face view directly facing the camera
With a neutral facial expression and both eyes open
Taken in clothing that you normally wear on a daily basis:
o Uniforms should not be worn in your photo, except religious clothing that is
worn daily.
o Do not wear a hat or head covering that obscures the hair or hairline, unless
worn daily for a religious purpose. Your full face must be visible, and the head
covering must not cast any shadows on your face.
o Headphones, wireless hands-free devices or similar items are not acceptable in
your photo.
o If you normally wear prescription glasses, a hearing device or similar articles,
they may be worn for your photo.
o Dark glasses or non-prescription glasses with tinted lenses are not acceptable
unless you need them for medical reasons (a medical certificate may be
required)
o Glare on glasses is not acceptable in your photo. Glare can be avoided with a
slight downward tilt of the glasses or by removing the glasses or by turning off
the camera flash.
Photo Identification Card
1/17/2014
Photos copied or digitally scanned from drivers licenses or other official documents are not
acceptable. In addition, snapshots, magazine photos, low quality vending machine or mobile
phone photos, and full-length photographs are not acceptable.
Want to take the photo yourself?

While we recommend you use a professional passport photo service to ensure your photo
meets all the requirements, you may take the photo yourself. Hand-held self-portraits are not
acceptable. Photos must not be digitally enhanced or altered to change your appearance in any
way. Please use reliable references for guidance on taking your own photo. There are several
online software tools for this purpose. It is your responsibility to ensure the tool you use
produces a photo that meets AWS specifications.
Renewals/Recertification - Change of Appearance

If you cannot be identified from your current photo on file with AWS, you should submit a new
photo with your renewal or recertification application.
Examination results will NOT be released until we receive the 2 x 2 inch color passport-style
photograph. To avoid delays in receiving your examination results, please mail your photo to
the address listed below:
American Welding Society
Certification Department Photo Center
8669 NW 36 Street Suite 130
Miami, FL 33166-6672
We recommend using priority mail with tracking options.
For question or concerns, please call the Certification Department 800-443-9353, extension
273.
Photo Identification Card
1/17/2014
INITIAL CWI/CWE
EXAM APPLICATION
8669 NW 36 St, # 130 Miami, FL 33166-6672

(800) 443-9353 or (305) 443-9353, ext. 273
Faxed or emailed applications are NOT accepted

First Name
Last Name
MI
Are you employed by an AWS SENSE program participating organization (must provide copy of certificate)?
NO
YES
If yes, the Facility ID #:___________________________ S.E.N.S.E. CWI and CWE Combo Examination Only
1. Indicate the exam location of your choice: Confirmation will be emailed in 3-4 weeks from receipt.
1st Site Code: ________________ Exam Date: _________________ City/State: ___________________________ *Submission Deadline: __________________
2nd Site Code: ________________ Exam Date: _________________ City/State: ___________________________ *Submission Deadline: __________________
3rd Site Code: ________________ Exam Date: _________________ City/State: ___________________________ *Submission Deadline: __________________
NOTE: If the first choice is not available, registration will indicate the next available choice site. DO NOT make any hotel or flight arrangements until you have
received your exam confirmation letter from the Certification Department via email. * Refer to AWS Policies and Fees.
Seminar/Exam Schedule
https://www.aws.org/registrations/prices_schedules.html
2. Check and complete the following

Your AWS Member # (if applicable):__________________________
4. Indicate the following AWS seminar of your choice or

choose Examination Only below
D1.1 SEMINAR AND EXAM PACKAGE (code book included)
Check here if taking a non-AWS seminar prior to the exam.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Name of Agency
City, State:
Date:
D1.1 Code Clinic

Welding Inspection Technology Workshop
Visual Inspection Workshop
Certification Exam
add CWI Pre-Seminar (online course only)
API 1104 SEMINAR AND EXAM PACKAGE
3. Select one of the following code application test subject
(code book not provided)
1.
2.
3.
4.
AWS D1.1 Structural Steel Code

API-1104 Pipelines
AWS D1.2 Structural Aluminum Code *
AWS D1.5 Bridge Welding Code *
API 1104 Code Clinic

Certification Exam
add CWI Pre-Seminar (online course only)
INDIVIDUAL CODE CLINICS/WORKSHOPS:

D1.1 Code Clinic (code book not supplied)
AWS D15.1 Railroad *
API-1104 Code Clinic (code book not supplied)
AWS D17.1 Aerospace *
ASME Sections VIII (Div 1) & IX *
ASME Section IX, B31.1 and B31.3 *
CWI Pre-Seminar (online course only)
*Code clinic not available

For code book editions and other exam information
http://www.aws.org/library/doclib/BodyOfKnowledge.pdf
EXAMINATION ONLY
Exam Fees
http://www.aws.org/library/doclib/pricelist.pdf
AWS USE ONLY
5. Method of Payment
Payment must accompany this application
All checks and money orders made payable to AWS
Acct #:____________________________________
Check or money order #_______________________

VISA
MC
AMEX
Diners
Discover
Date: _____________________________________
CC#:
Exp:
/
Amt $:____________________________________
SIGNATURE __________________________________________________________________________
Email receipt
Initial CWI/CWE Exam Application
Mail receipt
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March 3, 2015
Name: ______________________________________________
AWS Member # ________________________
6. Personal Information
Address
Address (contd)
Apt #
City and State / Province / Country
Zip Code
Home Telephone Number
Work Telephone Number
Date of Birth (example November 30 1952)

Month
Day
Mobile Telephone Number
U.S. Social Security Number (last 4 only)

x x x x x
Year
E-Mail Address (Confirmation notification will be sent to this address)
Sign me up to receive text alerts regarding my certification status.

Sign me up to receive text information regarding other AWS products and special promotions.
*Normal text messaging rates & fees apply as determined by your cellular provider.
7. Associations
Type of Business (check only ONE)
Job Classification (check only ONE)
Contract construction
01
President, owner, partner, officer
Chemicals & allied products
02
Petroleum & coal industries
Manager, director, superintendent

(or assistant)
Primary metal industries
03
Sales
Fabricated metal products
04
Purchasing
Machinery except elect. (incl. gas welding)
05
Engineer welding
Electrical equip., supplies, electrodes
06
Engineer other
Transportation equip. - air, aerospace
07
Inspector, tester
Transportation equip. - automotive
08
Supervisor, foreman
Transportation equip. - boats, ships
09
Welder, welding or cutting operator
Transportation equip. - railroad
10
Architect, designer
Utilities
11
Consultant
Welding distributors & retail trade
12
Metallurgist
Misc. repair services (incl. welding shops)
13
Research & development
Educational Services
(univ., libraries, schools)
14
Technician
15
Educator
16
Student
17
Librarian
18
Customer service
19
Other
20
Engineer - design
21
Engineer - manufacturing
22
Quality Control
Engineering & architectural services

(incl. assns.)
Misc. business services

(incl. commercial labs)
Government (federal, state, local)
Other
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Technical Interests
(check ALL that apply)
Ferrous metals
Aluminum
Non-ferrous except aluminum
Advanced materials/intermetallics
Ceramics
High energy Processes
Arc Welding
Brazing & Soldering
Resistance Welding
Thermal Spray
Cutting
NDT
Safety & Health
Pipe & Tubing
Pressure Vessels & Tanks
Structures
Roll Forming
Sheet metal
Stamping & punching
Bending & shearing
Aerospace
Automotive
Machinery
Marine
Other
Automation
Robotics
Computerization of Welding
March 3, 2015
Name: ______________________________________________
AWS Member # ________________________
8. American with Disabilities Act Accommodations

By checking this box I am requesting special accommodations due to a disability. AWS is committed to complying fully with the
ADA. A copy of the accommodations request form can be found at http://www.aws.org/library/doclib/ADA-disabilityaccomodations.pdf .
9. Qualifying Education and Experience Requirements
Check the box indicating your highest level of education. You must include a copy of transcripts and/or diploma for engineering,
engineering technology, physical science or vocational education courses.
Minimum Education Level
Minimum Work History
High Diploma or GED
5 years
High school diploma plus one year post high school engineering/technical school courses or one or more
years of post-high school vocational education and training in a welding curriculum
4 years
High school diploma plus two or more years post high school engineering/technical school courses
3 years
Associate or higher degree in engineering technology, engineering, or a physical science
3 years
10. Qualifying Work Experience: Resumes not accepted. This section must be completed.
DUPLICATE THIS SECTION FOR EACH ADDITIONAL EMPLOYER
Company Name
Type of Business
Company Street Address
Company Phone Number

City, State, Zip Code
Supervisors Name
Title of Immediate Supervisor
Supervisors Email Address
Department
Applicants Job Title
Employed From:
To:
(Mo.)
(Mo.)
(Yr.)
(Yr.)
Job Responsibilities- Detailed Description Required
11. Employment Verification

This section MUST be completed by a supervisor or personnel manager for the most recent or current employer indicated above.
Self-employed or contract applicants must substitute this section with a letter of reference on company letterhead from two (2) separate
clients attesting to:
o the nature of work assignments during the period of performance
o type of work done
o length of time as a client
If the employer is no longer in business, include a copy of the W2 form.
Company Name: _________________________________________
Company Phone: __________________________________________
Company Address: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________

City, State: __________________________________________________ Zip Code: _________________________ Country: _____________
I ______________________________________________ , verify that __________________________________ maintained employment at
Supervisor/Personnel Managers Name
(print)
Employees Name (print)
________________________________________ from _________________________ to __________________________ .

Company Name
Date mm/yyyy
Date mm/yyyy or Present
Signature: _________________________________________________________________ Date: __________________________________

Supervisor/Personnel Managers Name
(print)
Month/Day/Year
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March 3, 2015
Name: ______________________________________________
AWS Member # ________________________
12. Certified Welding Educator Credentials

CWE applicants must complete and submit the CWE Instructor Credentials form with this application. You must download and
print the form from our website http://www.aws.org/library/doclib/CWE-InsCredForm.pdf
13. Welder Certification or Test Record
Applicants for the AWS Certified Welding Educator certification must have and submit a copy of a valid welder ID/certification
card or shall passed a valid welder test for the welding process to be taught.
14. Visual Acuity Record
A current Visual Acuity Record must be completed and submitted with this application. A copy of the form is available on our
website http://www.aws.org/library/doclib/VisualAcuityRecord.pdf.
15. Photo Requirement
Applicants MUST submit one (1) passport-style color photograph. Your photo is a vital part of your application. To learn more,
review the information on how to provide a suitable photo to avoid processing delays by visiting our website
http://www.aws.org/library/doclib/PhotoIDRequirements.pdf . The acceptance of your photo is always at the discretion of the AWS.
2x2
2x2
Print your name and AWS membership number on the reverse of the photograph.
Photos copied or digitally scanned from

drivers licenses or other official
documents are not acceptable.
Only use scotch tape on

the back of the photo
DO NOT STAPLE OR PAPER CLIP PHOTO
16. Testimonial
(Applicants must read and sign the following statement in front of a notary)
Certified Welding Inspector
QC1 Standard for the AWS Certification of Welding Inspectors & B5.1 Specification for the Qualification of Welding Inspectors
Certified Welding Educator
QC5 AWS Standard for the Certification of Welding Educators
I hereby certify that I have read the standard requirements contained in the certification programs indicated above. Further, I
agree to comply with the existing requirements and any subsequent requirements that may be instituted by AWS. I have read
and agree to the terms and conditions set forth in the AWS Policies and Fees form. I certify that the information I have included
on this application is true; I understand that any false statements will nullify this application. I give AWS permission to verify this
information. I agree to comply with the provisions set forth in the Standard concerning the administration of my examination
and certification. Upon obtaining my certification, I give AWS the right to reveal my certification status as it relates to my
validity and expiration date only. I further understand that any required information that is incomplete or missing will cancel
this registration.
Furthermore, I certify that I have not obtained any exam materials, have no prior knowledge of the AWS exam questions or
answers, and have not and will not accept any solicitation for the AWS exam questions or answers from anyone at any time
before or after the exam. I understand that a violation of this oath may be grounds for invalidation of my certification.
Applicants Signature ______________________________________________________ Date _________________________

THE FOLLOWING IS TO BE COMPLETED BY A NOTARY PUBLIC
Sworn to and subscribed before me this _______ day of______________________ 20____.

My commission expires ____________________________________________________
Notary Public Signature ____________________________________________________
Page 4 of 4
NOTARY STAMP AND/OR SEAL IS REQUIRED
March 3, 2015

Instructor Credentials Form
8669 NW 36 St, #130 Miami, FL 33166-6672

(800) 443-9353 or (305) 443-9353, ext. 273
To qualify as a Certified Welding Educator this form must be completed by your teaching supervisor or personnel manager. This
form can be substituted with a written verification letter providing the same information as indicated below and signed by your
teaching supervisor.
Applicant Name
Type of teaching facility - check ONLY one (1):
University
4 Year college
2 Year College
Vocational/Technical
High School
Training Institution
Facility name
Facility Address
City
State/Province
Zip Code
Country
A. STATEMENT OF INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS REQUIRED AT THIS INSTITUTION

List the subjects/processes that you teach at your institution/company. For each subject/process, provide information on the duration of training
and how much time is spent between classroom and laboratory. Describe how students in your courses are evaluated and what documentation is
furnished to track the completion of instruction at your institution. Also describe how you as an instructor are evaluated.
B. CONFIRMATION OF INSTRUCTIONAL METHOD DELIVERY

The applicants administrator, direct supervisor or personnel manager shall provide a brief statement attesting to the accuracy of the above
description of the applicants performance as a welding educator, followed by a formal recommendation for certification as an AWS Certified
Welding Educator.
Self-employed or contract applicants, in lieu of this section, must provide two letters of reference on company letterhead from separate clients,
attesting to the nature of work assignments during the period of performance. If the employer is no longer in business, please include a copy of the
W2 form.
I recommend that
be recognized for certification as an AWS Certified Welding Educator.
Name
Signature
Title
Date
CWE Instructor Credentials
June 21, 2013
VISUAL ACUITY RECORD
8669 NW 36 St, # 130 Miami, FL 33166-6672

(800) 443-9353 or (305) 443-9353, ext. 273
Last name
Certification # (if applicable)
First name
Member # (if applicable)
If scheduled to take an AWS certification exam, site location
Date
TO APPLICANTS:
This form must be submitted for all Welding Inspector and Radiographic Interpreter applications. Applicants for the Certified Welding
Educator are not required to complete this form.
This completed eye examination form may be sent to the AWS Certification Department prior to the exam, submitted on the day of the
exam, or sent to the AWS Certification Department after the exam.
IMPORTANT: This form must be completed and received in the AWS Certification Department not later than 30 days after the applicants
completed examination date. Applicants who have not fulfilled all requirements within 30 days after the examination date shall have all
records, scores and applications voided and may be in jeopardy of forfeiting application fees.
Eye examinations shall be administered by an Ophthalmologist, Optometrist, Medical Doctor, Registered Nurse or Certified Physicians
Assistant or by other ophthalmic medical personnel, and must include the state or province license number. Examinations shall be
performed not more than 7 months prior to the date of the welding inspector examination or recertification.
All applicants must pass an eye examination, with or without corrective lenses, to prove near vision acuity on Jaeger J2 at 12 in. or greater
(30.5 cm). All applicants shall take a color perception test. Eye examination results must be documented on this visual acuity form supplied
by the AWS Certification Department. No other forms will be accepted.
AWS will not release exam results, recertification results, or renewals without a completed Visual Acuity Record on file.
TO BE COMPLETED BY THE EYE EXAMINER
1. Please verify the customers close vision acuity to Jaeger J2 specifications at a distance of 12 inches or greater(30.5 cm):
(please check one of the following for each eye)
OD
OS
Requires corrected vision to read Jaegar J2 at 12 in. or greater.
No correction is required to read Jaegar J2 at 12 in. or greater.
Unable to read Jaegar J2 at 12 in. or greater even with attempt at correction.
NQ
AWS
Use
Only
2. Through a color perception examination, is the applicant colorblind?

(please check one of the following for each eye)
OD
AWS
Use
Only
OS
Customer IS NOT colorblind
Customer IS colorblind.
3. Examiners Contact Information (please print clearly)

Customer name
Date of eye examination
Examiner name
Telephone number
Examiner address
City
ST/Province
Zip
Country
4. Examiner professional status (please check only one)

Ophthalmologist
Examiner signature
Visual Acuity Record
Optometrist
Medical Doctor
Registered Nurse
Certified Physicians Assistant
State/Prov. License number

June 19, 2013
8669 NW 36 St, # 130 Miami, FL 33166-6672

(305)443-9353 (800)443-9353 ext 273 Fax (305)443-6445
Email: certification@aws.org Website: http://www.aws.org
AWS Policies and Fees

IMPORTANT NOTICE!! No Show Penalty
IF A CANDIDATE FAILS TO CANCEL OR RESCHEDULE PRIOR TO THE START OF THE EVENT WEEK, OR FAILS TO SHOW UP TO THE SEMINAR
AND/OR EXAM ALL FEES ARE FORFEITED.
Processing Fee
THE PROCESSING FEE IS INCLUDED IN ALL CERTIFICATION PRICE LIST FEES. IF A CANDIDATE DOES NOT MEET THE QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS OR
CANCELS THEIR EVENT REGISTRATION, A REFUND IS ISSUED MINUS THE $75 PROCESSING FEE.
Application and Fast Track

THE APPLICATION SUBMISSION DEADLINE IS SIX (6) WEEKS PRIOR TO THE WEEK OF THE SCHEDULED SEMINAR/EXAM OR EXAM DATE. PLEASE REFER TO
THE SEMINAR/EXAM SCHEDULE TO CONFIRM THE SUBMISSION DEADLINE DATE. AN APPLICATION RECEIVED AFTER THE SUBMISSION DEADLINE AND/OR
FEES PAID IN FULL AFTER THE SUBMISSION DEADLINE DATE, BUT NO LATER THAN THIRTEEN (13) BUSINESS DAYS PRIOR TO THE WEEK OF THE EVENT IS
PROCESSED FOR THE REQUESTED TEST SITE IF SPACE IS AVAILABLE. $250 FAST TRACK FEE IS CHARGED FOR THIS SERVICE. FULL PAYMENT FOR THE
APPLICATION AND FAST TRACK FEE IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO BE PROCESSED AND COMPLETE REGISTRATION. PLEASE DO NOT MAKE TRAVEL OR HOTEL
ARRANGEMENTS PRIOR TO RECEIVING A CONFIRMATION LETTER FOR THE SEMINAR/EXAM OR EXAM.
Rescheduling Seminar and/or Exam

THE CERTIFICATION DEPARTMENT MUST RECEIVE A CHANGE OF SITE/CANCELLATION FORM VIA EMAIL OR FAX. ONLY ONE (1) RESCHEDULING REQUEST
RECEIVED WILL BE PROCESSED WITHOUT CHARGE, BUT THE REQUEST MUST BE SUBMITTED NO LATER THAN THIRTEEN (13) BUSINESS DAYS PRIOR TO THE
WEEK OF THE EVENT. ANY ADDITIONAL RESCHEDULING REQUESTS RECEIVED WILL BE CHARGED A RESCHEDULING FEE AND MUST BE PAID IN FULL PRIOR TO
YOUR RESCHEDULING REQUEST BEING PROCESSED. THE RESCHEDULING FEES ARE AS FOLLOWS:
EVENT WEEK
START OF EVENT WEEK
PRIOR TO START OF EVENT WEEK BUT LESS

THAN 13 BUSINESS DAYS
NO CHARGE
$350
FORFEIT ALL FEES
EXAM ONLY
$200*
$200
FORFEIT ALL FEES
SEMINAR AND EXAM
$200*
$550
FORFEIT ALL FEES
13 BUSINESS DAYS OR MORE PRIOR TO

SEMINAR ONLY
NO SHOW
*First request processed at no charge
Cancellation Seminar and/or Exam

THE CERTIFICATION DEPARTMENT MUST RECEIVE A CHANGE OF SITE/CANCELLATION FORM VIA EMAIL OR FAX. ONLY ONE (1) CANCELLATION REQUEST
RECEIVED WILL BE PROCESSED WITHOUT CHARGE, BUT THE REQUEST MUST BE SUBMITTED NO LATER THAN THIRTEEN (13) BUSINESS DAYS PRIOR TO THE
WEEK OF THE EVENT. ANY ADDITIONAL CANCELLATION REQUESTS WILL RECEIVE A REFUND MINUS A CANCELLATION FEE. THE CANCELLATION FEES ARE AS
FOLLOWS:
PRIOR TO START OF EVENT WEEK BUT LESS
THAN 13 BUSINESS DAYS
EVENT WEEK
START OF EVENT WEEK
NO CHARGE*
$550
FORFEIT ALL FEES
EXAM ONLY
$200**
$200
FORFEIT ALL FEES
SEMINAR AND EXAM
$200**
$750
FORFEIT ALL FEES
13 BUSINESS DAYS OR MORE PRIOR TO

SEMINAR ONLY
NO SHOW
*$75 processing fee applied

**First cancellation request processed at no charge; $75 processing fee still applies
All fees are Nontransferable. Fees are subject to change without notice. AWS reserves the right to cancel any seminar and/or
exam if there are an insufficient number of participants. In the event of cancellation by AWS, all seminar/exam fees will be
refunded in full, or the participant may transfer to the next available seminar or exam. In either case, AWS shall have no further
liability.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), AWS strives to accommodate all participants with special needs. If you require assistance,
please inform the AWS Certification Department, (800) 443-9353 ext. 273 in writing no later than the application deadline date.
AWS Policies and Fees
January 17, 2014
2015 Price List

Inspector (CAWI, CWI, SCWI)
Initial CAWI, CWI or SCWI Exam
- Add CWE Exam
CWI by Reciprocity with CWB or INWC
Endorsement Exam
Upgrade CAWI to CWI
Retest
Price
Price
Member
*NonMember
Certified Welding Educator (CWE)
850
140
500
275
240
1065
***140
715
490
455
Exam Only
Welding Inspection Technology (WIT) and Visual Inspection
Workshop (VIW)
Non-Exam
Retest
Renewal
AWS SENSE Participants Only
Exam
Retest
CWE/CWI Exam
Renewal
Price
* NonMember
Member
CAWI, CWI, CWE or CWI/CWE (Per Part)
275
***275
CAWI, CWI, CWE or CWI/CWE (All Parts)
595
810
SCWI
595
810
Packages
CWI D1.1 Seminar and Exam Package
- Add CWE Exam
- CWI Pre-Seminar
CWI API-1104 Seminar and Exam Package
- Add CWE Exam
- CWI Pre-Seminar
Clinics / Seminars / Workshops
Price
* NonMember
Member
2080
140
750
2080
140
750
2295
***140
***750
2295
***140
***750
Prices
* NonMember
Member
AWS D1.1 Seminar Week Pak
1585
API-1104 Seminar Week Pak
1585
1800
Seminar Retake
800
***800
AWS D1.1 Code Clinic

API-1104 Code Clinic
375
590
375
590
440
655
635
845
CWI Pre-Seminar (online course)
865
***1150
Welding Fundamentals (online course)
300
***300
Renewal
CWI/SCWI 3rd and 6th Year Renewal by work Experience
CWI/SCWI 3rd and 6th Year Renewal by Examination
CWB or INWC Renewal by Reciprocity
470
745
430
685
960
645
Price
9-Year Recertification
CWI Part B Exam
CWI Part B Exam and Visual Inspection Workshop
SCWI Exam
CWI/SCWI Endorsement Exam
CWI/SCWI Non-Exam
80 Professional Development Hours (PDHs)
Endorsement Exam Prior to 9th year of certification period
Initial CRI Certification
CWI/SCWI 9yr Course
Member
* NonMember
870
1210
870
870
1085
1420
1085
1085
595
810
Exam
Seminar
Only
Seminar
and Exam
Retest (All Parts)
Retest (Per Part)
Renewal
635
850
880
1095
360
315
305
575
530
520
275
315
470
200
490
530
685
415
Member
*NonMember
750
1340
1675
550
275
445
965
1555
1890
***550
***275
660
Price
Certified Welding Supervisor (CWS)

Exam
Seminar
Seminar and Exam
Retest (Per Part)
Renewal
9yr Recertification Exam
9yr Recertification PDHs
Member
400
1250
1550
275
305
368
336
*NonMember
**480
**1330
**1630
***275
**385
**460
**420
Price
Certified Welding Sales Representative (CWSR)

Onsite Exam
Onsite Retest (Per Part)
Online Seminar and Exam
Online Retake Seminar and Exam
Renewal
Member
275
275
450
350
275
*NonMember
**355
***275
600
***370
***275
Price
Certified Welding Engineer (CWEng)

Part 1 & 2 Exam
Part 3 & 4 Exam
PE Exemption
Retest (per part)
Renewal
Member
*NonMember
400
400
350
200
445
**480
**480
565
**280
660
Price
Certified Robotic Arc Welding (CRAW)

1625
*NonMember
Price
Certified Radiographic Interpreter (CRI)
1800
Prices
* NonMember
Member
Member
1840
Member
*NonMember
NOTE: PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Technician/Operator Exam or Retest
350
565
* Non-Member price includes a 3-year AWS Individual Membership unless

otherwise noted.
** Non-Member price includes a 1-year AWS Individual Membership.
*** No additional membership included with this price.
Operator to Technician Upgrade
100
**100
Technician/Operator Renewal
200
415
To Review the AWS Policies and Fees click here
Certification Price List
Price
Certified Welder (CW)
Member
*NonMember
Certified Welder Application
35
***35
Maintenance of Welder Certification
15
***15
April 24, 2015
BODY OF KNOWLEDGE
Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
Certified Welding Educator (CWE)
Welding Inspector Endorsement (SIE)
The following is an approximate breakdown of the examination categories and the number of questions drawn from each subject area.
Part A: Fundamentals (CWI and CWE)

Subject
Percentage
Welding Processes
Heat Control & Metallurgy (carbon and low-alloy steel)
Weld Examination
Welding Performance
Definitions and Terminology
Symbols Welding and NDE
Test Methods NDE
Reports and Records
Duties and Responsibilities
Safety
Destructive Tests
Cutting
Brazing
Soldering
10%
6%
9%
9%
12%
10%
8%
6%
4%
5%
4%
3%
2%
1%
Part B: Practical (CWI and CWE)

Subject
Percentage
Procedure and Welder Qualifications

Mechanical Test and Properties
Welding Inspection and Flaws
NDE
Utilization of Specification and Drawings
30%
10%
36%
10%
10%
AWS Recommended Self-Study

Examination Preparatory Material
AWS Publications
Order Number
Certification Manual for Welding Inspectors
CM: 2000
Welding Inspection Handbook
WI: 2000
* D1.1/D1.1M Structural Welding Code-Steel

* D1.1 Code Clinic Reference Manual
* API 1104 Study Guide for API Standard 1104
Welding of Pipelines
* Welding Inspection Technology
* Welding Inspection Technology (Workbook)
*Welding Inspection Technology Sample CWI
Fundamentals Examination & Key
* Standard Welding Terms and Definitions
* Standard Symbols for Welding, Brazing, and
Nondestructive Examination
* Visual Inspection Workshop Reference
Manual
*Guide for the Nondestructive Examination of
Welds
Book of Specification for the Qualification of
Welding Inspectors (errata 2007)
D1.1/D1.1M: 2010
D1.1CCRM: 2010
API-M: 2008
WIT-T-2008
WIT-W: 2008
WIT-E: 2008
A3.OM/A3.0:2010
A2.4: 2012
VIW-M: 2008
B1.10M/B1.10:2009
B5.1: 2003
*Books are provided to participants of the AWS Seminar week

Part C: Code Book Applications (CWI, CWE and SIE)
Subject
Percentage
Materials and Design
Fabrication
Inspection
Qualification
10%
30%
25%
30%
Code subjects available and current exam editions

(applicants must provide own codebook for exam)
AWS D1.1- Structural Steel Code: 2010 Second Printing Edition
Code clinic available - Codebook provided for D1.1 week seminar participants only
API 1104- Pipelines
20th
or
21st
Editions
Code clinic available only for 20th edition with Errata /Addendum July 2007, Errata 2
December 2008/ Errata 1 April 2014
AWS D1.2- Structural Aluminum Code: 2014 Edition

AWS D1.5- Bridge Welding Code: 2010 Edition (including Clause 12)
AWS D15.1 - Railroad: 2012 Edition
AWS D17.1- Aerospace: 2010 w/ Errata and Amendment
ASME Sec IX: 2013 Edition, B31.1 (2014) & B31.3 (2012)
ASME Sec VIII (Div 1) & ASME Sec IX: 2013 Editions
Structural Drawing Reading
Other Recommendations
AWS Welding Handbook Series
Guide for the Visual Examination of Welds
Safety in Welding, Cutting and Allied Processes
Metric Practice Guide for the Welding Industry
Standard Methods for mechanical Testing of Welds
Specification for Welding Procedure and Performance
Qualification
Order Number
WHB-ALL
B1.11: 2000
ANSI Z49.1: 2005
A1.1: 2001
B4.0: 2007
B2.1: 2009
To purchase any of the AWS publications or the API 1104 Codebook:

Contact WEX at 888-WELDING or 305-824-1177
Or visit the website at www.awspubs.com
To purchase any of the ASME publications:
Contact ASME at 800-843-2763
Or visit the website at www.asme.org/kb/standards
Note: The editions listed above apply to the English editions only. To verify
the edition being used with language-assisted exams, please contact the
AWS Certification department or the Agent.
Welding Inspector Body of Knowledge
January 21, 2015
8669 NW 36 St., #130 Miami, FL 33166-6672

(800) 443-9353 or (305) 443-9353, ext. 273
APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR EXAMINATION

A Test Supervisor will review the testing procedures during the general instructions period. Please read these instructions carefully. You
are required to show a valid drivers license or passport in order to gain entrance to the examination.
It is recommended you bring a battery powered NOISELESS calculator. Calculators designed for metric conversion are allowed. Feel free
to use the test booklet margins for any calculations you may require. All candidates taking an Open Book examination must each have
their own set of references to use for the exam. Sharing of reference materials is not allowed.
The following items are NOT permitted during any of the tests:
No scratch pads or loose sheets other than published codebook errata
No calculators or other devices that make noise
No calculators with memory/keyboard
No photographic or video devices
No cell phones can be turned on
No items may be taken out of the exam room, including cell phones
Before the start of each examination, you will be given an answer sheet and a sealed test booklet. Make certain you complete the answer
sheet according to the Test Supervisors instructions. It is extremely important you copy the AWS Form and the Test Code Book on your
answer sheet exactly as it appears on the front of your selected test booklet. Failure to do so will affect the automated scoring of your
answer sheet.
Each part of the exam will begin and end at the times designated by the Test Supervisor. When the Test Supervisor gives the signal to
begin, you should work as quickly as possible without being careless. Do not waste time on questions which you find too difficult. It is
suggested that you identify such questions in the test booklets, then go on to answer the remaining questions. If time permits, go back
and try to answer the troublesome questions. It is to your advantage to answer all questions or make an educated guess.
ALL answers must be marked on the scantron sheet to be scored. Be careful to mark your answer in the correct space for that question.
Do not mark two answers in one space. Be sure all responses are firmly recorded and all erasures are complete. Feedback can be
submitted during the designated exam time, via letter following the exam or by going to the AWS website www.aws.org/examfeedback
and filling out a feedback form. Feedback provided via the website or in writing.
Important directions for marking answers:
Use black lead pencil only (No. 2 or softer)
Do NOT use ink or ball-point pens
Make heavy black marks that fill the bar completely
Erase cleanly any answer you wish to change
Make no stray marks on the answer sheet
When turning in the used test booklet and answer sheet, you will be required to verify the following on each part of the exam: (1) all
instructions have been understood, (2) that no unauthorized help was given or received and (3) that you have witnessed the sealing of
the envelope containing your test booklet and answer sheet. After verifying these conditions, you are free to leave the exam room. In
consideration of those still testing, we require you to refrain from any conversation in or near the test room.
AWS will monitor the registration activity for the program you are registered to attend. If there is a low registration count 30 days from
the programs starting date, AWS has the right to cancel the event. Please keep this in mind when making your airline reservations.
You will receive your test results by U.S. mail. Be sure to notify the Certification Department of any address change. If you notify us in
writing, include your full name and member number. In an effort to protect the privacy of all applicants, AWS will not provide your test
score results by telephone. All fees must be paid in full and missing documentation received prior to receiving your test results.
If you have any questions regarding your account balance, please contact AWS Accounting Department at 1-800-443-9353, extension 240.
NON-MEMBER EXAM ATTENDEES: Your AWS membership will become active after the completion of the exam.
Applicant Instructions
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Exam Day Schedule

Please keep in mind these are estimated times due to the possibility of delays during the exam. We recommend travel arrangements be
made after 7:00 p.m. or the following day. NO ONE WILL BE ADMITTED AFTER THE ADMISSION PERIOD
7:45 a.m. - 8:15 a.m. ...................................Admission (30 minutes)
8:15 a.m. - 8:35 a.m. ...................................General Instructions (20 minutes)
8:35 a.m. - 10:35 a.m. .................................Examination (2 hours)
10:35 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. ...............................BREAK (10 minutes)
10:45 a.m. - 11:05 a.m. ...............................Exam Instructions (20 minutes)
11:05 a.m. - 1:05 p.m. .................................Examination (2 hours)
1:05 p.m. - 2:05 p.m. ...................................LUNCH (1 hour) *not provided on exam day
2:05 p.m. - 2:25 p.m. ...................................Exam Instructions (20 minutes)
2:25 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. ...................................Examination (2 hours)
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Certified Welding Inspector and Associate Welding Inspector (CWI and CAWI)
Examination
Part A: FUNDAMENTALS
Part B: PRACTICAL
Part C: CODE BOOK
Minimum number
of questions
150
46
46-60
Minimum percentage:
CWI
CAWI
72%
60%
72%
60%
72%
60%
Part A: FUNDAMENTALS Closed book test; 150 questions.

Part B: PRACTICAL Hands-on test; 46 questions; using Book of Specifications.
This part of the exam requires you to use the Book of Specifications to answer some of the questions. You will refer to it during the
examination. Those registering for the seminar/exam must download the Part B Examination Book of Specifications from our website
http://www.aws.org/certification/CWI/. For those candidates registering for examination only, an Examination Book of Specifications will
be sent in an examination confirmation package. On the exam date, all candidates will be provided and required to use an original copy of
the Book of Specifications. If you would like a copy of the Book of Specification, its available at:
http://files.aws.org/certification/CWI/Book_of_Specs.pdf. Do not answer the exam questions based on the AWS D1.1 codebook as the
information found in the Book of Specifications may not be the same.
You will be provided with a test kit for this portion of the exam. The test kit contains some basic tools such as fillet weld gauges, butt weld
gauges, micrometer and dial caliper. A laminated sheet of photographs is provided for reference on some of the questions. Weld replicas
of T-joints, groove welds, bend samples and reduced tensile bar are also included for use during the examination.
Part C: CODEBOOK Open code book test; 46-60 questions. Sharing of reference materials is not allowed.
(Refer to the Body of Knowledge http://www.aws.org/certification/endorsebok/index.html for the current editions being used).
(Copies of the codebook index are NOT permitted. A receipt of purchase must be provided with electronic copies of your codebook.)
Prior to the examination, you may tab or highlight your codebook. Written notes in the margins are also allowed. Errata sheets provided
by the publisher or distributor of the codebook are permitted. You are NOT allowed to write in your codebook or highlight your codebook
during the examination. Candidates found writing in their codebook will be immediately removed from the classroom resulting in
disqualification from the exam and forfeit all examination fees.
If you are registered to take the AWS D1.1 seminar and exam package, you will be provided with an original copy of the D1.1 codebook. If
you are registered to take the API 1104 Code Clinic seminar, you must purchase your own copy. Codebooks and electronic copies may be
purchased through WEX at 1-888-935-3464. All electronic copies shall include a watermark indicating who holds the license and or the
document. A printed electronic copy will be allowed at the exam only if:
The examination applicants must provide the Test Supervisor with an electronic copy receipt for proof of purchase.
If your company is providing you with an electronic copy of a Codebook you must provide a letter from your
organization representative on company letterhead with a receipt showing that they have a license and has given
you permission to use the copy. The letter must also state that you will return it once the exam is over and no
additional copies can be produced.
No additional copies can be produced for other exam applicants.
Codebook changes must be made no less than two (2) weeks prior to the confirmed start date of the seminar/exam. Changes will not be made after this time, no
exceptions. Please review your exam confirmation letter prior to exam date for the correct codebook. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact
the Certification Department, extension 273.
CAWI applicants If you successfully pass the CWI examination but were unable to achieve the CWI certification due to the fact you lacked the
five years work experience requirement, you will be eligible for CWI upgrade without re-examination once the qualifying work experience is met.
You will be required to submit a CWI upgrade application, along with the applicable upgrade fees to AWS. The application can be obtained by
contacting the AWS Certification Department or by downloading the application from the website: www.aws.org/certification.
For more information on this exam, please access the CWI Body of Knowledge.
Disclaimer: A photocopy of any AWS standard does not constitute an official copy. The user bears all responsibility for the accuracy of content of
photocopied materials.

Examination
Part B:PRACTICAL
Minimum number
of questions:
150
46
Minimum
percentage:
60%
60%
Part A: FUNDAMENTALS See Certified Welding Inspector and Associate Welding Inspector instructions
Part B: PRACTICAL See Certified Welding Inspector and Associate Welding Inspector instructions
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Senior Certified Welding Inspector

Examination
Part A:
Part B:
Minimum number
Minimum
of questions
percentage
138
62
72% of the total number of questions
Each part of the examination is two hours long and consists of multiple choice questions. The exams will be given in an open book format
and you may bring any reference materials listed in the SCWI Body of Knowledge you feel may assist you on taking the exam. You are
allowed to tab or highlight your materials with written notes in the margins as an aid to finding the answers to the exam questions. You
will not be allowed to write in your materials during the examination. Candidates found writing on their material will be immediately
removed from the classroom and disqualified from the exam.
For more information on this exam, please access the SCWI Body of Knowledge.
Disclaimer: A photocopy of any AWS standard does not constitute an official copy. The user bears all responsibility for the accuracy of
content of photocopied materials.
Certified Welding Supervisor

Minimum number
Minimum
of questions
percentage
Examination
Part B: PRACTICES & ECONOMICS
150
30
70%
70%
Each part of the examination is two hours long and consists of multiple choice questions. The exam will be given in an open book format
and you may bring any reference materials you feel may assist you on taking the exam. References can include notes written on a notepad
or bound volume, or handouts from the CWS seminar which are bound (stapled or in a binder). Loose sheets of paper are NOT allowed.
You are allowed to tab or highlight your materials with written notes in the margins as an aid to finding the answers to the exam questions.
You will not be allowed to write in your materials during the examination. Candidates found writing on their material will be immediately
removed from the classroom and disqualified from the exam.
For more information on this exam, please access the CWS Body of Knowledge.
Certified Welding Sales Representative

Examination
SINGLE PART
Minimum number of questions

60
Minimum percentage
70%
The examination is two hours long and consists of 100 multiple choice questions. The exam will be given in a closed book format. Certified
welding sales representative candidates shall pass (with a minimum of 70% correct answers) the CWSR written examination subjects are
listed in AWS B5.14, Specification for the Qualification of Welding Sales Representatives.
9 Year Recertification Certified Welding Inspector by Part B Exam

Examination
Part B: Practical
Minimum number
Minimum
of questions
percentage
46
72%
Part B: PRACTICAL See CWI instructions above

Please visit the Certified Welding Inspector 9-Year Recertification Program Information on our website
http://www.aws.org/certification/9year/ to review other options for recertification.
Important Note: AWS QC1 defines endorsements as Indication of an additional skill documented in writing and added to
ones certification credential(s). In fulfilling the 9-year recertification requirement, endorsements cannot be taken to the
codebook to which your CWI certification was attained.
For more information on this exam, please access the CWI Body of Knowledge.
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Certified Radiographic Interpreter

Examination
Part A: GENERAL
Part B: PRACTICAL
Part C: CODE SPECIFIC
Minimum number
of questions:
70
40
78
Minimum
percentage
70%
70%
70%
(80% OVERALL AVERAGE OF ALL EXAMS)
For the seminar and all parts of the examination, candidates will have access to Reference Codes and Standards which
contains entire or excerpted portions of AWS, ASME, API, and ASTM standards. The Reference Codes and Standards are for
educational purposes only and must be returned to AWS at the conclusion of the testing process. Candidates may bring a
scientific calculator which includes a square root function.
Part A: GENERAL This exam consists of 70 multiple choice questions and tests an individuals knowledge of welding,
radiographic theory, film selection, film processing, film handling and storage, codes, specifications and other standards.
Parts A and C shall be administered in a single three hour session and candidates may not use any material other than the
Reference Codes and Standards.
Part B: PRACTICAL This exam consists of the evaluation of a set of 12 radiographs in a three hour exam consisting of 40
multiple choice questions. Each candidate will have use of a densitometer and film viewer in addition to the Reference Codes
and Standards and other tools for convenience. Each test radiograph will be presented with a reader sheet giving details
about the circumstances of the radiographic exposure. Candidates will be required to assess radiographic quality and
indications for each test radiograph in accordance with one of three industry-accepted codes AWS D1.1, API1104, ASME
Section V and VIII, and ASTM.
Part C: CODE SPECIFIC This exam consists of 78 multiple choice questions that require the candidate to be knowledgeable
with regards to the radiographic quality and film interpretation requirements of AWS D1.1, API1104, ASME Section V and
VIII, and ASTM. Parts A and C of the CRI examination shall be given in a single three hour session and candidates will only
have access to the Reference Codes and Standards to answer the questions.
Note: If you successfully pass your CRI certification examination, this credential can exempt you from your next 9-Year CWI
or SCWI Recertification Exam. You will need to complete a 9-Year Recertification Application by CRI certification.
For more information on this exam, please access the CRI Body of Knowledge.
Certified Welding Engineer

Each of the four examinations shall not have an individual score less than sixty percent: .......................................... 60%
Minimum weighted percentage for all 4 parts: ......................................................................................................... 70%
The CWEng examination is four parts. Parts 1 and 2 must be successfully completed in order to take Parts 3 and 4. The first
two parts of the exam are closed book and cover basic science fundamentals and applied science fundamentals. Parts 1 and
2 are each two hour written multiple-choice exams (total time of four hours). They are given together and must be passed
together. If the candidate fails only one part, only that part must be repeated.
Parts 3 and 4 of the exam are open book examinations on welding related disciplines and practical welding and related
applications. They are each three hours in length. Part 3 is a 45 question essay exam. Part 4 is a 39 question multiple choice
exam to the D1.1 Structural Welding Code
Steel (Refer to the Body of Knowledge
http://www.aws.org/certification/docs/CWEngReferences.pdf for the current edition being used). Candidates, who have
successfully passed Parts 1 and 2, will be invited to sit for these exams and a separate application must be completed.
Candidates are invited to bring any textbooks, articles or codes in their library. Programmable calculators are allowed that
do not have audible sounds.
The CWEng written examination subjects are listed in AWS B5.16, Specification for the Qualification of Welding Engineers.
For more information on this exam, please access the CWEng Body of Knowledge.
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Certified Robotic Arc Welding Operator & Technician

Examination
Part A: CRAW FUNDAMENTALS
Part B: CRAW PRACTICAL
Minimum number
of questions
136
30
Each of the two examinations shall not have an individual score less than 75%. The examination is two hours long. Part A exam consists of
136 multiple choice questions. The exam will be given in a closed book format. The Part B exam consists of 30 tasks are to be completed in
sequential order. The CRAW written examination subjects are listed in AWS QC19, Specification for AWS Certification of Robotic Arc
Welding Personnel.
For more information on this exam, please access the QC19 Specification, subclause 7.2.1 and 7.2.2 and the CRAW Performance Test
Candidate Information Booklet.
Endorsement Examination (Full Credit)

Examination
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
AWS D1.1 Structural Steel *

AWS D1.2 Structural Aluminum *
AWS D1.5 Bridge Welding *
AWS D15.1 Railroad *
API 1104 Pipeline *
AWS D17.1 Aerospace *
Structural Drawing Reading (Closed book)
ASME Section IX, B31.1, + B31.3 *
ASME Section VIII, Div. 1 and Section IX *
Minimum number
of questions:
46-60
Minimum
percentage:
72%
30
72%
* Indicates a codebook exam
Endorsement Examination (Educational Credit)

Examination
Minimum number
of questions:
Structural Bolting Inspection Endorsement (Open book exam)

(Earn 20 PDHs toward your 9-Year recertification)
44
Minimum
percentage:
72%
Important Note: AWS QC1 defines endorsements as Indication of an additional skill documented in writing and added to ones
certification credential(s). In fulfilling the 9-year recertification requirement, endorsements cannot be taken to the codebook to which
your CWI certification was attained.
For more information regarding study material for the Structural Bolting or Drawing Reading Endorsement exams, please
visit our website at http://www.aws.org/certification/endorsement/.
All endorsement exams with the exception of the Structural Drawing Reading exam are open book exams.
(Copies of the index are NOT permitted. A receipt of purchase must be provided with electronic copies of your codebook.)
Prior to the examination, you may tab or highlight your codebook. Written notes in the margins are also allowed. Errata sheets provided
by the publisher or distributor of the codebook are permitted. You are NOT allowed to write in your codebook or highlight your
codebook during the examination. Candidates found writing in their codebook will be immediately removed from the classroom resulting
in disqualification from the exam and forfeit all examination fees.
Codebooks and electronic copies may be purchased through WEX at 1-888-935-3464. All electronic copies shall include a watermark
indicating who holds the license and or the document. A printed electronic copy will be allowed at the exam only if:
The examination applicants must provide the Test Supervisor with an electronic copy receipt for proof of purchase.
If your company is providing you with an electronic copy of a Codebook you must provide a letter from your
organization representative on company letterhead with a receipt showing that they have a license and has given
you permission to use the copy. The letter must also state that you will return it once the exam is over and no
additional copies can be produced.
No additional copies can be produced for other exam applicants.
Endorsement exam changes must be made no less than two (2) weeks prior to the confirmed start date of the seminar/exam. Changes will
not be made after this time, no exceptions. Please review your exam confirmation letter prior to exam date for the correct endorsement
exam. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Certification Department, extension 273.
AWS Policies and Fees http://www.aws.org/certification/policiesfees/
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The VA Licensing & Certification Benefit Can Pay the Costs of an AWS Certification Test
If you're a veteran with G.I. Bill Benefits, and you're looking for a good job, or you want to
change jobs, or if you want to move ahead in your present job, licensing or certification may
hold the key for you!
What's the Licensing and Certification Benefit?
The new licensing and certification benefit allows VA (Department of Veterans Affairs) to pay
you, if you're eligible, for a test for a license or certification, such as some of those offered by
AWS. You can receive reimbursement for approved licensing or certification tests you take on or
after March 1, 2001. These tests must be specifically approved for the G.I. Bill.
Note: VA can pay only for the cost of the test and not other fees connected with obtaining a
certification.
Will This Benefit Really Be a Good Deal For Me?
In today's business and government climate, having a license or certification can open doors for
you. A license is required for most professions, and for jobs that are subject to state or other
government regulations. Certification is voluntary, but frequently sought after. That's because
getting a certification can help you get, keep, or advance in a job.
(By certification, we mean the certification you get by taking a specific test for a field of
employment, not a certificate you receive for completion of training. However, you can also use
your other VA benefits for many school courses needed to obtain a license or certification.)
In jobs from mechanics, installers, repairers to medical technicians to therapists to computer
network engineers, Web site developers, and many, many others, certification plays a key role.
And of course, certification is key to many fields in the welding professions.
How Much Can I Receive?
You can receive reimbursement of up to $2,000 per test but not more than the actual cost of the
test. You can receive benefits to retake a test you failed. The number of tests you can take is
unlimited, except that you can't receive benefits to retake a test you passed.
Note: Your total months of entitlement to VA education benefits will be reduced each time you
use your benefits for licensing and certification. To determine the charge to your entitlement, the
VA divides the cost of the test by your monthly benefit rate for full-time training. For example, if
your test costs $400, and $800 is your full-time rate, you'd use one-half month of entitlement
($400/$800).
Am I Eligible?
You may receive this benefit if you're eligible for:
The Montgomery G.I. Bill Active Duty (also called the MGIB or Chapter 30;
unfortunately this benefit isn't available for the MGIB for reservists), or
VEAP (also called Chapter 32), or
Dependents' Educational Assistance (also called DEA or Chapter 35)
To find out if you might be eligible under any of these programs, check the Internet site,
www.gibill.va.gov.
Reminder: You generally have 10 years after your discharge from active duty to use your
benefits.
How Do I Find Out if My Test Has Been Approved?
You can find the approved tests at the Internet site, www.gibill.va.gov, on the Licensing and
Certification page. If the test you're taking isn't on the approved list, the VA will ask the state
approving agency to see if it can be approved.
How Do I Apply For Benefits?
Get the ball rolling by taking the test and applying for benefits. Simply do the following:
Application for Licensing and Certification Testing Fee Reimbursement

Send a copy of your test results to the VA office that handles your education benefits.
Check the map on the Internet site at www.gibill.va.gov. Attacha note with the following
information:
o your request for reimbursement
o your name and Social Security number or VA claim number
o the name of the test you took and the date you took it
o name and address of the organization issuing the license or certificate (not
necessarily the organization that administered the test)
o cost of the test (NOTE: Registration fees, preparation guides, processing fees, etc.
will not be reimbursed).
o the following statement: "I authorize release of my test information to VA."
o if requested, the facility code for AWS is 4-6-0002-10.
If you've never previously filed a claim for VA education benefits, you'll also need to
submit an application for benefits. You can print either of the following forms from the
VA Internet site.
o If you're a veteran or on active duty, you need VA Form 22-1990.
o If you're an eligible child or spouse, you need VA Form 22-5490.
You can also complete and submit the VA Form 22-1990 on-line. Just go to
www.gibill.va.gov and click on Electronic Application.
Or call 1-888-GIBILL-1 (1-888-442-4551) and request the form.

Send the application form along with the other information above to the VA regional office that
processes your claim. The addresses are on the forms.
Who Can I Contact if I Have Questions?
If you have questions on the licensing and certification benefit, or on applying for benefits, you
can
Check the Internet site: www.gibill.va.gov. You'll find a link to the Licensing and Certification
page.
Send an e-mail inquiry to the VA Regional Processing Office near you by going to
www.gibill.va.gov and clicking on Ask a Question.
Call 1-888-GIBILL-1 (1-888-442-4551), or for the hearing-impaired, 1-800-829-4833. VA
phone lines are often very busy, especially when school enrollments are heavy. You may have
more success contacting them through the Internet.
TECHNICAL TRAINING AGREEMENT/ENROLLMENT FORM

EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2015
To register, fill in this form, detach and send along with check, money order, purchase order or credit card information. NOTE:
Credit card information must be completely filled in on the reverse side of this sheet. Also see cancellation policy on reverse
side of this page.
HOBART INSTITUTE OF WELDING TECHNOLOGY, 400 TRADE SQUARE EAST, TROY, OH 45373, U.S.A
PHONE (800) 332-9448 or (937) 332-9500 - FAX (937) 332-9550 - E-MAIL financial@welding.org
Name

First
Middle Initial

Street
City
Date of Birth

(mm/dd/yyyy)
State
Last
Social Security Number

Area Code & Telephone
Zip Code
M/F
Country
Military Veteran ___Y ___N
(Check all that apply.) ETHNICITY: ___Hispanic/Latino ____ Non-Hispanic/Latino RACE:_____Hispanic/Latino ___American Indian or Alaskan Native ____Asian
____Black or African American ____Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander _____White_____Nonresident alien (non U.S. citizen) _____Two or more races
International Students, please provide Country or Nationality_________________________________
Country of Birth___________________________________
Employed by:
Address
Area Code & Telephone

City
State
Zip Code
We Accept MasterCard, VISA, American Express, and Discover (See reverse side)
Please note: Checks and Purchase Orders should be made out to Hobart Institute of Welding Technology.
I wish to enroll in the certificate program or continuing education course(s)/seminar(s) checked below:

Desired
Alternate
Course number Description
Tuition
date
date
____VI400
Fundamentals of Visual Inspection
2 days, 14 clock hours 600.00 ______
______
____NW515
Welding for the Non-Welder
4 days, 28 clock hours 800.00 ______
______
____AWI520
Arc Welding Inspection
1 week, 40 clock hours 850.00 ______
______
____LP800
Liquid Penetrant & Magnetic Particle Inspection 1 week, 40 clock hours
850.00 ______
______
____CWS550
Preparation for AWS CWS Examination Course
1 week, 40 clock hours
950.00 ______
______
____CWI540
Preparation for AWS (CWI/CWE) Certified Welding
Inspector/Educator Examination Course
2 weeks, 80 clock hours 1500.00 ______
______
1 week, 40 clock hours 725.00
______
______
14 clock hours 500.00 ______
______
____RCW545
Preparation for Recertification of CWI Course
____CWI540-C Preparation for AWS CWI Code Endorsement

____SPE025
2 days,
Specialized Welding Training (QUOTATION UPON REQUEST)
I acknowledge that I/we have a copy of this agreement. I have enclosed payment (cash, check, credit card, purchase order). I have read
and understand the Cancellation Policy on the back of this page. I agree to be bound by the provisions of this agreement / application form
upon acceptance by the Hobart Institute of Welding Technology.
Liability release. While visiting or attending classes at Hobart Institute of Welding Technology, I agree that Hobart Institute of Weldng Technology is to be held absolutely free from all claims for injury that may be sustained by my person while I am on their premises.
How or from whom did you originally hear about Hobart Institute of Welding Technology?
Applicants
Signature
Date
Email address
Would you like to receive HIWT updates by email? ___Yes ___ No
NOTE: Technical courses do not require a $100.00 registration fee.
No audio or audio-visual recording of classes will be permitted.
Class begins at 8:00 a.m. Please refer to your confirmation for exact starting time.
Both sides of this form constitute the agreement - please be sure this agreement is signed above.
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GENERAL INFORMATION AND CANCELLATION POLICIES

FOR TECHNICAL TRAINING
EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2015
Cancellation policy: Cancellation of attendance in any class by a prospective student (company) may take place up to two
(2) weeks prior to starting date of course without charge. Notification to the Hobart Institute of Welding Technology within
two (2) weeks prior to starting date for cancellation of attendance in any technical course will result in a handling charge
of $100.00. Failure to notify of non-attendance or a No-show on the assigned starting date will result in forfeiture of all
payments of tuition for that class.
If the minimum number of students are not registered for a given course two (2) weeks prior to starting date, you will be
notified of course cancellation. At that time you may either request your tuition be returned or choose to apply it to the next
available starting date for the same course.
If your application arrives after a class has been filled, you can select another date or receive a full refund. The tuition includes
welding manuals, workbooks, literature and technical data. The Hobart Institute of Welding Technology does not and
will not discriminate on the basis of disability, race color, religion, sex, national origin, or age regarding admission or access
to its programs and activities.
Purchase order policy: If tuition is invoiced against a purchase order, a copy of the purchase order must accompany the
enrollment form. Terms are NET 30 on all invoiced training.
Housing and meals: Students are responsible for their own housing and meals. The Institute does not have food service,
but we do offer vending machines for snacks and beverages. Students may bring their own food, or there are several restaurants near the Institute. Access our Website at www.welding.org, or contact the Institute at 800-332-9448 for information
about restaurants, hotels, and campsites.
Insurance and Medical Care: Students are responsible for their own medical care and expenses. Students are not covered
by Hobart Institute of Welding Technology insurance or industrial compensation.
Safety and health: We do not permit tobacco use inside the Institute for the safety and health of other students and staff.
However, the Institute does provide designated areas outside the facility for tobacco users. Shorts and open-toed shoes
or sandals are not permitted in any HIWT classroom or lab.
NOTE: HIWT has a no firearms policy; no person shall possess, have under their possession or control, convey or
attempt to convey, a deadly weapon or dangerous ordnance onto Hobart Institute of Welding Technology premises.
CREDIT CARD PAYMENT FORM
HOBART INSTITUTE OF WELDING TECHNOLOGY TROY, OHIO 45373 U.S.A. PHONE (800) 332-9448 FAX (937) 332-9550 E-MAIL financial@welding.org
You may pay your registration deposit, tuition, or purchase any item from the school by using your MasterCard, Visa, American Express, or
Discover card. If you wish to use this system of payment please complete the following information and mail it with your registration application.
Card Holder Name (please print)

Street
City
Phone:
State
Zip
E-mail:
NOTICE
If the card owner is someone other than the student

who is registering (i.e. parent, guardian, spouse), it
will be necessary for the registered card owner to
sign this agreement.
I wish to use a credit card to pay for the following:

(Specify amount)
Tuition $
Country
Other $
Check one: __Visa __MasterCard __American Express __Discover

Card Number
I,
owner of the credit card, give permission for
to use this card to pay deposit, tuition, or for supplies
purchased at the Hobart Institute in the amounts
shown at the left.
Expiration Date
Signature of Card Holder
Both sides of this form constitute the agreement. Please be sure this agreement is signed prior to submitting.
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RECOMMENDED PRESTUDY FOR

PREPARATION FOR CERTIFIED WELDING INSPECTOR/EDUCATOR EXAM COURSE
AT HOBART INSTITUTE OF WELDING TECHNOLOGY
If you are planning to take the CWI course and exam and you would like to study prior to the
course, you may consider:
1. Obtain a copy of the AWS QC1 Standard for AWS Certification of Welding Inspectors. This is
available free as a download from the American Welding Society website at
http://www.aws.org/certification/docs/QC1-2007.pdf. This is the standard for all AWS-CWIs.
Read it completely.
2. When you have selected the code you will use for the Part C Open Code Book part of the
exam, you should purchase that code book. This may be purchased from
http://www.welding.org/product-category/books/welding-codes-specifications/ or directly from
the publisher. Look how it is organized: the table of contents, the index. Learn how to find
information quickly and understand what each section covers. Bring this code book with you
to the class.
3. Obtain a copy of the AWS Part B Examination Book of Specifications. This is available free
as a download from the American Welding Society website at
http://www.aws.org/certification/docs/Book_of_Specs.pdf
Read it from cover-to-cover including the footnotes. This book of specifications is the standard
you will use for the Part B examination.
4. If you are experienced in welding but have limited experience in welding inspection, you may
choose to attend the Arc Welding Inspection (AWI520) at the Hobart Institute to get basic
inspection training. http://www.welding.org/students/continuing-education/technical-training/.
This course is not a prerequisite requirement for the CWI course, but can be very beneficial for
someone starting out in welding inspection.
5. If you cannot attend the Arc Welding Inspection, you may want to purchase the AWS
Certification Manual for Welding Inspectors. http://www.welding.org/product/certificationmanual-welding-inspectors/. It is for self-study. Read each section and answer the questions at
the end of each section.
6. If you lack welding process experience, you may want to take the 4-day Welding for the
Nonwelder course at Hobart Institute. http://www.welding.org/students/continuingeducation/technical-training/ . It provides welding process information and hands-on practice
with oxyacetylene welding, shielded metal arc, gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc and flux cored
arc welding processes.
7. You may take the online Welding Symbols Course http://www.welding.org/product/symbolsfor-welding/ on the Hobart Institute website. Also, the Visual Inspection Course is online at
www.welding.org which may be helpful to you.
Revised 01/13/15 LMagee
North of Troy
Toledo 128 miles

Lima 52 miles
Piqua 7.9 miles
75
PIQUA
36
East Ash Street
Exit 82
Miami Valley
Centre Mall
Fairfield Inn
937-332-1446
Residence Inn
440-9303
North Road
Fleet
Sussex
Hobart Brothers Customer Service
Covent
Hobart Filler Metals Operation, Troy
Croyden
Hobart Stick Electrode
Hobart Human Resources
Trade
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South of Troy
Water Street
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Dayton Intl. Airport 15 miles

Dayton 20 miles
Cincinnati 74 miles
Hobart Institute of
Welding Technology
937-332-9500
Elm St.
S. Dorset Rd.
Hampton Inn
937-339-7801
Sout h 75
Holiday Inn Express

937-332-1700
Exit 74
Trade Square W.
Trade Square E.
N. Norwich Road
41
Visitor/Student
Parking
N. Ridge Avenue
WalMart, Kohls,
Food
N. Dorset Road
Weston Road
Nort h 75
Comfort Suites
937-339-2525
Troy Town Dr.
Experiment Farm Road
Comfort Inn
937-778-8100
The Hobart Institute of Welding Technology has arranged special rates at the following
local motels for those attending our courses. Upon making reservations or checking in
at the motel, immediately let them know you will be attending our Institute for the week.
You will be given the special rates listed below. Please make your own reservations.
The approximate taxi fare from the Dayton International Airport, Vandalia to Troy is
$40.00 for one person, plus a nominal charge for each additional passenger.
RATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE!!
ROOM RATES (Taxes Included)
MOTELS
Single
Double
$72.32
(up to 4 people)
New high speed
internet
deluxe cont.
breakfast
$72.32
(up to 4 people)
New high speed
internet
deluxe cont.
breakfast
FAIRFIELD INN
I-75 at St Rt 41 (Exit 74) Troy, OH
937-332-1446
www.marriott.com/daytr
$72.00
shuttle included
high speed
internet
(24 hr notice)
$72.00
shuttle included
high speed
internet
(24 hr notice)
HAMPTON INN
I-75 AT 45 Troy Town Drive (Exit 74)
937-339-7801
$87.94
high speed
internet
cont. breakfast
microwave &
refrigerator
$87.94
high speed
internet
cont. breakfast
microwave &
refrigerator
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS

I-75 at St Rt 41 (Exit 74) Troy, OH
937-332-1700
$78.92
high speed
internet
cont. breakfast
indoor pool
$78.92
high speed
internet
cont. breakfast
indoor pool
RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT

I-75 at St Rt 41 (Exit 74)
937-440-9303
Pricing
Studio/Two Bedroom
1-4 nights
$129.37/159.75
5-11 nights
$118-12/135.00
12-29 nights
$106.87/135.00
30+ nights
$88.87/122.6
www.marriott.com/daytr
$129.37
cont. breakfast
shuttle included
high speed
internet
(24 hr notice)
$159.75
cont. breakfast
shuttle included
high speed
internet
(24 hr notice)
COMFORT INN
I-75 at St Rt 36 (Exit 82) Piqua, OH (8 miles N of Troy)
937-778-8100 ** attached to Miami Valley Centre Mall **
Introducing the "Comfort Zone"; alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages, snacks
and sundries available for purchase at the Comfort Zone
Revised 5/1/2015sds
Continued
RATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE!!
ROOM RATES (Taxes Included)

MOTELS
Single
Double
$37.28
WiFi
microwave &
refrigerator
Breakfast 6:30a
to 9:00a
$41.80
WiFi
microwave &
refrigerator
Breakfast 6:30a
to 9:00a
$58.63
free wireless
internet
deluxe cont.
breakfast
pool/whirlpool
$58.63
free wireless
internet
deluxe cont.
breakfast
pool/whirlpool
Comfort Suites
I-75 at St Rt 41,
1800 Towne Park Dr.(exit 74, behind Wal-Mart)
937-339-2525
www.cstroy.webs.com
$79.99
high speed
internet
deluxe breakfast
indoor
pool/whirlpool
microwave &
refrigerator
$79.99
high speed
internet
deluxe breakfast
indoor
pool/whirlpool
microwave &
refrigerator
Holiday Inn Express & Suites

1110 W. Main St.
Tipp City, OH
937-667-5161
www.hietippcity.com
$67.64
high speed
internet
hot breakfast bar
indoor pool
$67.64
high speed
internet
hot breakfast bar
indoor pool
Budget Inn
I-75 at 1330 Archer Drive (Exit 73)
937-339-6564, 1-800-800-8000
All Ground Floor Rooms
On-site guest laundry
Next to Lincoln Square Restraunt
LA QUINTA INN
950 E. Ash Street(Exit 82) Piqua, OH
937-615-0140
Next to Cracker Barrel
Across the street from the Miami Valley Center Mall
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CWI/CWE CHECKLIST

YOU MUST FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.

Choose a class start date and examination date.

AWS Site Code

December 12, 2014

January 16, 2015

February 13, 2015

March 13, 2015

April 10, 2015

May 22, 2015

June 19, 2015

July 24, 2015

August 21, 2015

American Welding Society will charge a late/fast-tracking fee if application is not

AWS Certification Photo Requirements

Photo Identification Card

Want to take the photo yourself?

Renewals/Recertification - Change of Appearance

Photo Identification Card

8669 NW 36 St, # 130 Miami, FL 33166-6672

Faxed or emailed applications are NOT accepted

2. Check and complete the following

4. Indicate the following AWS seminar of your choice or

Check here if taking a non-AWS seminar prior to the exam.

D1.1 Code Clinic

API 1104 SEMINAR AND EXAM PACKAGE

3. Select one of the following code application test subject

(code book not provided)

AWS D1.1 Structural Steel Code

API 1104 Code Clinic

INDIVIDUAL CODE CLINICS/WORKSHOPS:

AWS D15.1 Railroad *

API-1104 Code Clinic (code book not supplied)

AWS D17.1 Aerospace *

Welding Inspection Technology Workshop

ASME Sections VIII (Div 1) & IX *

Visual Inspection Workshop

ASME Section IX, B31.1 and B31.3 *

CWI Pre-Seminar (online course only)

*Code clinic not available

AWS USE ONLY

Check or money order #_______________________

Initial CWI/CWE Exam Application

AWS Member # ________________________

City and State / Province / Country

Home Telephone Number

Work Telephone Number

Date of Birth (example November 30 1952)

Mobile Telephone Number

U.S. Social Security Number (last 4 only)

E-Mail Address (Confirmation notification will be sent to this address)

Sign me up to receive text alerts regarding my certification status.

Job Classification (check only ONE)

President, owner, partner, officer

Chemicals & allied products

Petroleum & coal industries

Manager, director, superintendent

Primary metal industries

Fabricated metal products

Machinery except elect. (incl. gas welding)

Electrical equip., supplies, electrodes

Transportation equip. - air, aerospace

Transportation equip. - automotive

____________________________ from _ to ______________ .

Signature: _______________________________ Date:

Applicants Signature ______________________________ Date _

Sworn to and subscribed before me this _ day of____________ 20.