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ASME Section IX (16-hours)

1. Introduction

 Brief introduction of the scope of ASME Sec IX. This course will focus on the QG and QW only.

2. Definitions

3. QW Article I General requirements

Weld test positions for groove and filet welds.

- Types and purposes of test and examinations.

- Acceptance criteria for tension, guided-bend, and filet-weld test, Brief on Toughness testing.

- How to calculate the ultimate tensile strength.

4. Article II Welding Procedure Qualifications

- Requirements for PQR and WPS

- Welding Variables focusing on Essential and Nonessential. Brief on supplementary-

- How to reference the definitions and tables in Article IV

5. Article III Welding Performance Qualifications

- Requirements for welder and welding operator testing and continuity

- Welding variables

- How to reference the definitions and tables in Article IV

6. Article V Standard Welding Procedures Specifications

- Brief explanation on Standard welding procedures

Report Writing (8-hours)

Introduction

An interdiction on the importance of good report writing and filing as an inspector.
Various code requirements for reports

- ASME B 31.3

- ASME Sec V

- API 510

- API 570

- API 653

Types of reports examples, Daily inspection, vendor surveillance, RCFA’s, NDE, etc. 
Business Writing “A guide to clear, concise, and effective writing”

Communication (8-hours)

Communication techniques

a.Communication Do’s and Don’ts

b.Listening Do’s and Don’ts

c.Inspector Temperament and De-escalation Techniques

d.Electronic Communication Etiquette

e.Meeting Rules

f.Skilled Interrupting

g.Setting expectations.

h.Difficult Conversations

i.How to Give/Receive Constructive Criticism

j.International Communication Tips

k.Critical Thinking Skills