Applications of Welding

Applications of Welding is a comprehensive course designed to provide a foundation in welding fundamentals. Throughout this four-day course, you will learn important welding terms and definitions, various types of welds and processes, and the major considerations to consider when designing a weld. 

As you progress throughout the course, you will also learn about the relationship between AWS, ASME, and API codes and standards, non-destructive testing (NDT) methods, and the key elements of a quality welding program. 

This course employs in-class exercises to reinforce class lectures on the subjects of welding and NDE symbols, carbon equivalence, A-numbers, strength of welds, joint details, welding procedures, selection of filler metals, and preheat.

By participating in this course, you will learn how to successfully:

• Explain common welding terms and definitions
• Specify various weld types and nondestructive testing using standard AWS welding symbols
• Explain basic ferrous welding metallurgy  
• Describe post weld heat treatments, residual stresses, and distortion control
• Evaluate welding processes typically used to fabricate pressure vessels and piping systems
• Clarify the interrelationship between AWS, ASME, and API codes and standards as they relate to pressure vessels, piping systems, and related facilities
• Explain welding procedure and performance qualification documentation and methodology applicable to pressure vessels and piping systems.  
• Identify common weld defects, causes, and corrective actions
• Identify major considerations when designing a weld
• Identify common NDT used to examine welds
• Identify the elements of a cohesive welding program that includes design, purchasing, fabrication, inspections, and delivery

Who should attend?

This course is designed for engineers, designers, inspectors, managers, or welders who wish to understand the fundamental and practical aspects of welding. 

Prerequisite Knowledge: college algebra, unit analysis, college chemistry, college physics

Course Materials (included in purchase of course)

Digital course notes via ASME's Learning Platform.

Supplemental Course Materials (not included with course, purchase separately)

• Laptop with Microsoft Excel
• Calculator
• Several pencils or a mechanical pencil

Recommended Course Materials (not included in the purchase of the course):

Modern Welding Technology, 6th Edition, written by Howard B. Cary and Scott Helzer.

A Certificate of Completion will be issued to registrants who successfully attend and complete the course.