SAIW Course Prospectus 2019 PDF

Southern African Institute of Welding
COURSE
PROSPECTUS
2019
Promoting World Class Excellence
in Welding, Non-Destructive
Testing and Allied Technology
INSPECTION KITS
NOW AVAILABLE
WELDING NDT
INSPECTION INSPECTION
KIT KIT
Please contact sales@saiw.co.za or 011 298 2108 for
pricing and more information.
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SAIW
COURSE WORLD
CAREER PATHS
SAIW COURSES
Welding Lecturer | Fabrication & Welding Inspector | Competent Person – Pressure Vessels
Competent Person – Steam Generators | Quality Control Personnel
Fabrication Supervisor | Inspector of Pressurised Equipment
Welding Fabrication Foreman
Technologist Artisan Welder
Welding Engineer Welder Qualification | Welding Quality Control | ASME Code
Tradesman
Weld Procedure Qualification | Competent Person Course
Robotic Operator
Robotic IWIP Basic | IWIP Standard | IWIP Comprehensive
Technical Sales Heat Treatment for Welding | Paint Inspector
Boilermaker
Welding Welding
Representative IIW
Senior Welding Inspector | AWS Safety
Pipe Welder
Practitioner
Estimator National
IIW Specialist Welding Welder
Welding/Fabrication Inspection Programme
Pipe Fitter
Heat Treatment for
Supervisor Engineers Welding Symbols
Structural Steel
Project Manager IIW Technologist Welding Practical Welding
Co-ordination Welding Welder
Welding Metallurgy International
Fabrication Workshop Plate Welder
IIW Engineer Welding Operator
Manager Non-Destructive International
Appreciation
Testing Fillet Welder
Research & of Welding for Artist/Sculptor
Engineers International
Development Pipe
Failure
Fabrication Analysis
Visual Testing | Eddy Current | UTWT Welder Sheet Metal Worker
Industrial Radiographic Safety | Hardness
Management
Testing | Appreciation of NDT for Engineers Robotic Operator/
Academic PT | MT | Replica Metallography | RT | UT Programmer
Quality Auditor
Safety Officer
Quality NDT Training, Examination & Certification | NDT Consultant
Engineer
NDT Applied Scientist/Physicist | NDT Lecturer | NDT Examiner
NDT Auditor | NDT Quality Engineering | NDT Operator (Level 1) | NDT Manager
NDT Research/Developer | NDT Technician (Level 2) | NDT Technologist (Level 3)
This diagram represents the entire offering of SAIW courses.

CAREER PLAN
FOR INTERNATIONAL WELDING
INSPECTION PERSONNEL
Matric with pass in Maths
Two years professional
and Science with overall Pass Welding Quality Control
welding related experience
average of 50%
International
IWIP Basic Level
Welding Practitioner*
• Inspection Module
Complete all requirements for the
• Welding Technology Module
Basic Level as per above chart
(Details on application)
Two years working at the Basic Level
International
IWIP Welding Specialist*
Standard Level Complete all requirements for the
Basic and Standard Levels as per
above chart (Details on application)
Two years working at the
Standard Level
International
IWIP Welding Technologist*
Comprehensive Complete all requirements for the
Basic, Standard and Comprehensive
Levels as per above chart
(Details on application)
*Persons who have completed IWP or IWS or IWT and/or IWE are exempt from Welding Technology module at the relevant level and only need to complete the Inspection module.
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CAREER PLAN
FOR INSPECTORS
WELDING INSPECTOR IPE PAINT INSPECTOR NDT’s
OR
SAIW NDT Module’s PT
Welding Inspector IWIP
Paint Inspector (Level 1 & 2)
(Level 1) (Basic Level)
1 Week MT (Level 1 & 2)
UT (Level 1) RT,
VT, ECT
Senior Welding IWIP ASME SAIW
Inspector (Standard Level) Code of Construction Paint Inspector 21 Weeks *
(Level 2) | 5 Weeks 2 Weeks Diploma
IIW Welding Inspection Diploma at a After Relevant

ASME Diploma Industrial
relevant level Experience
PLUS
IWI COMPREHENSIVE RT Interpreters Apply for

2 Weeks Certification
PLUS
2 Year IPE
Experience
(18 Tasks) * Total duration of
institutional knowledge
modules. Note that
Level 1 qualification in
IPE Certification the relevant method is
a pre-requiste for Level
2 courses of the same
method.
COMPETENT PERSONS
Competent Person
CP Experience
Steam Generators Qualification
Core Week Dependent*
2 Weeks
Competent Person Competent Person Industry Specific

Foundation Module Pressure Vessels Module Eg. Process Apply for
(If no Inspector Level 1) Core Week Plant Inspection Certification
1 Week 1 Week 4 Weeks
CP Steam
Generators
CP Experience CP Experience
Qualification Qualification
Dependent* Dependent*
(Vessel Inspection) (Vessel Inspection)
Apply for Apply for

Certification Certification
CP Pressure CP Pressure
Vessels Vessels
Certification Certification
Limited Unlimited
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ONLINE SYSTEM
1. Go to www.saiw.co.za 2. Click on – REGISTER FOR A COURSE
NEW STUDENTS payment in the bank, the system will generate a booking
Click on NEW STUDENT REGISTRATION - Complete required confirmation that will be sent to you via email.
information (Full names, email address and ID) 15. PLEASE NOTE: No booking confirmation will be sent out
without proof of payment.
1. You will receive an email with a link to follow which will
allow you to complete your personal profile. OLD STUDENTS
2. This request will be sent to the SAIW SMS system for Enter student number in both the USERNAME and PASSWORD
acceptance. fields and enter security code (CAPS ONLY) and log on.
3. After acceptance you will receive an email with login
details. 1. Click on the course booking icon (green icon). This will
4. If you click on username (student’s number) and password open a screen where you will be able to select the course
(ID number) and security code (CAPS ONLY), this will log type (drop down menu).
you onto your personal dashboard. 2. Select course (i.e IWIP) – this will then open the available
5. Click on the course booking icon (green icon). This will dates.
open a screen where you will be able to select the course 3. Select required dates by clicking on the small block on the
type (drop down menu). right hand side.
6. Select course (i.e IWIP) – this will then open the available 4. This will allow you to select person responsible for
dates. payment. (Company details required for company
7. Select required dates by clicking on the small block on the payments).
right hand side. 5. You will be required to submit your documents (application
8. This will allow you to select – Person responsible for form, ID, and required access conditions).
payment. (Company details required for company 6. After submitting your documents – select save and
payments) continue.
9. You will be required to submit your documents (application 7. The request for booking will be sent to the SAIW
form, ID, and required access conditions). administration offices.
10. After submitting your documents – select save and 8. Once accepted by the administration offices you will
continue. receive a quote via email.
11. The request for booking will be sent to the SAIW 9. You will be allowed to log onto your profile to add your
administration offices. payment on the pink icon (continue with payment).
12. Once accepted by the administration offices you will Click on this icon and this will allow you to submit your
receive a quote via email. payment.
13. You will be allowed to log onto your profile to add your 10. Once the SAIW accounts department confirms your
payment on the pink icon (continue with payment). payment in the bank, the system will generate a booking
Click on this icon and this will allow you to submit your confirmation that will be sent to you via email.
payment. 11. PLEASE NOTE: No booking confirmation will be sent out
14. Once the SAIW accounts department confirms your without proof of payment.
BOOKING PROCEDURES
NOTE: Please contact SAIW should you experience any difficulty with the self-help online registration.
• Please ensure that you comply with the course access conditions prior to enrolling for the course.
• Refer to the access conditions throughout the prospectus.
• Further information is available on the SAIW website: www.saiw.co.za
• Full payment is to be made prior to the commencement of the course and exam.
• All prices indicate the combined total for both the training and initial qualification examination costs.
ALL PRICES QUOTED INCLUDE VAT 3 Cancellation of Training:

3.1 The SAIW reserves the right to cancel the holding of
1 The following documentation is required for a course at short notice, should student numbers not
course enrolment: meet our minimum course requirements. Candidates
1.1 “Course Enrolment Application Form” – completed in shall be informed of the cancellation two weeks prior
full. to the training start date and arrangements will be
1.2 Confirmation of full payment. made to book the candidate on the next available
1.3 Legible copy of highest academic qualifications course. Should the student / applicant decide the
(School, college, University, etc.) and / or pass mark alternative arrangement is unsuitable, the full course
in Proficiency Test. fees will be reimbursed in these circumstances.
1.4 Company letter stating delegate’s current Personal costs relating to accommodation and
employment status (if applicable). travelling cannot be claimed.
1.5 Legible copy of ID or Passport. 3.2 If the course booking is cancelled by the applicant
1.6 When doing a Level II or Level III course, confirmation less than 30 (thirty) days prior to the training start
of the preceding Level qualification (training record date, then the cancellation charge will be equal to the
and examination result letter) is required. full course cost and no refund is applicable.
3.3 If the course booking is cancelled by the applicant 30
Please note that: (thirty) days or more prior to the training start date,
Once we have received all correct documents and payment a cancellation charge of 4% (plus VAT) of the course
has been confirmed, you will receive, via email, a “Booking fees will be charged by the SAIW as an administration
Confirmation Notice”. This booking confirmation notice will fee and the balance of the fees refunded to the
include the date of the course, venue and full address. applicant. In these circumstances only the balance of
the course fees will be reimbursed and no personal
costs relating to accommodation and travelling may
2 What you need to bring along: be claimed by the applicant.
2.1 Copy of your ID or Passport.
2.2 Stationery, e.g. pen, pencil, note book, eraser and
highlighter and scientific calculator. 4 Dress Code:
2.3 Copy of the booking confirmation letter. 4.1 Practical Welding: Safety clothes – safety boots, full
2.4 A 100% attendance of the course is mandatory. overalls with long sleeves, gloves and helmet.
4.2 Any other course: Long pants, shirt and closed shoes.
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SAIW
CONTACT DETAILS & DIRECTIONS
Jhb
John
Vorster
JOHANNESBURG (HEAD OFFICE)
MAYFAIR NEWTOWN
CBD Police
GPS co-ordinates: 26°12′39.6′′S 28°01′35.8′′E
Lovers’ Walk
De Villiers Graaf Motorway M1

Station
Park Road
Hanover
FORDSBURG Commissioner
N Prospeed Street
MAIN
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ROAD Southern African Institute of Welding, 52 Western Boulevard
W E EAST
CITY WEST off Main Reef Road, City West, Johannesburg
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P O Box 527, Crown Mines, 2025
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SAIW
MACRO Tel: +27 (0)11 298 2100
End of M2 Motorway M2 Motorway
Fax: +27 (0)11 836 4132
Roodepoort off-ramp Email: jhb@saiw.co.za
Bloemfontein SELBY
BOOYSENS
Racecourse Road ← R27
Jasmin CAPE TOWN

Milpark GPS co-ordinates: 33°52′11.8′′S 18°30′17.9′′E
Ixia
Centre
SAIW
SAIW Western Cape Representative: Liz Berry

N1 ← Koeberg Road (M5) → N7
Unit 70 Milpark Centre, Ixia Street, Milnerton
→ N7 & N1
N1 ← Bosmansdam Road
Tel: +27 (0)21 555 2535

Mobile: +27 (0)84 446 0629
Fax: +27 (0)21 555 3517
Email: cpt@saiw.co.za
& N7
& N2
Jan Hofmeyer Essex Terrace NORTH Not to Scale
Jan Hofmeyer
Rockdale Ave University COAST
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SAIW Durban
SAIW Training Administrator: Elizabeth Shole
St. James
in MBA Building
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40 Essex Terrace, Westville, 3629

Spine Rd Spaghetti
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Junction Tel: +27 (0)87 351 6568

PMB N3 DBN
Mobile: +27 (0)78 782 0197
Fax: +27 (0)86 682 3901
Sherwood
Pavilion SOUTH Maryville
COAST
Email: dbn@saiw.co.za
BANKING DETAILS
Credit Card facilities available at the SAIW offices
For courses:
Account Name: South African Institute of Welding NPC
Bank: First National Bank
Branch: Hyde Park
Branch Number: 255 805
Account Number: 505 236 54470
Reference No: Surname & ID number / Invoice Number
For examinations and re-write examinations

Account Name: SAIW Certification NPC
Bank: First National Bank
Branch: Hyde Park
Branch Number: 255 805
Account Number: 620 739 56850
Reference No: Surname & ID number / Invoice Number
Comments, Compliments
or Complaints
Please note: Any comments, compliments
or complaints related to:
1. Training can be forwarded to quality@saiw.co.za
2. Examination and Certification can be
forwarded to quality@saiwcertification.co.za
CONTENTS
General Information Paint Inspectors 56-57
Welding Symbols 58
Become an SAIW Member 1 Welder Qualification 59
SAIW Course World 2 Welding Procedure Qualification 60
Career Plan for Inspectors 3-5 Robotic Welding 61
Online System 6 Weld Quality Management and Welding Coordination 62
Booking Procedures 7 Material Testing Laboratory 63
Directions 8 Practical Welder Training 64-65
Banking Details 9 IIW International Welder 66-67
Welding Re-write Examinations 68-69
Course Information
Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
Welding Quality Control 12-15
IWIP Basic 16-19 About NDT 70-71
IWIP Standard 20-23 NDT Booking Procedures 72
IWIP Comprehensive 24-27 NDT Training – Access Conditions 73
Senior Welding Inspector Level 2 28-31 Eddy Current Testing 74-75
IIW Welding Practitioner 32-33 Magnetic Particle Testing 76-77
IIW Welding Specialist 34-35 Penetrant Testing 78-79
International Welding Specialist Bridging 36-37 Visual Testing 80-81
IIW Welding Technologist 38-39 Radiographic Testing 82-83
Appreciation of Welding 40-41 Ultrasonic Testing 84-85
ASME Codes of Construction 42-43 Portable Hardness Testing 86
AWS D1.1 – Steel Structures 44-45 Replica Metallography 87
Post Weld Heat Treatment Practitioner 46-47 NDT Level 3 Basic and Main Methods 88
Piping Inspectors 48-49 NDT CPD Courses 89
Competent Persons Training 50-53 NDT Re-Writes: Booking Procedures 90
Process Plant Inspection 54-55 NDT Revision and Re-Writes 91
SAIW offers industry developed training programmes which aim to provide the candidates with the neccecary skills to meet
industry needs. Our skills programme are in the process of being registered with the relevant ETQA and QCTO, and once
registered may be recognised as part qualifications and contribute credits towards NQF alligned qualifications.
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South African Institute of Welding Course Prospectus 2019
ABOUT WELDING
QUALITY CONTROL
Welding Quality Control is a course designed to allow candidates
who have no industry experience to quickly familiarise
themselves with the ins and outs of welding quality control.
The course introduces welding The course is also for those who do not
terminology, gives a brief meet direct entry requirements to the
IWIP - B course. This course is intended
description of common welding for anyone who wishes to enter the field of
processes, material science, fabrication and serves as a basis to begin
inspection techniques, welding a career in welding quality control and
and fabrication codes, quality inspection.
control documentation, basic
The course can be used to access other
mathematics and science as well
courses in Welding Inspection or Welding
as the Foundation week, which Coordination/Supervision. The course
was previously in the Welding meets the syllabus requirements of
Inspection Level 1 course. Module IWIS - 0 for IIW courses.
Please note that any comments, compliments or complaints related to:

1. Training can be forwarded to quality@saiw.co.za 2. E
xamination and Certification can be forwarded to quality@saiwcertification.co.za
Please contact course administrator on weld.insp@saiw.co.za – 011 298 2111 for further information
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WELDING QUALITY
CONTROL
COURSE INFORMATION
Entry Requirements
None
Course Outline
Week 1 - Quality control, welding codes and standards, welding terminology.
Week 2 - O
verview of Mathematics, Science, Engineering and
Material for Welding Technology.
Course Duration
10 Days
Pricing (Including VAT)

Corporate and Non-Members R 10 359
Please Note:
A 60% average is required in end-of-course examination.
Course Schedule
JOHANNESBURG
WEEK JHB 1 JHB 2 JHB 3 JHB 4 JHB 5
1 14 - 18 Jan 04 - 08 Mar 20 - 24 May 24 - 28 Jun 26 - 30 Aug
2 21 -25 Jan 11 - 15 Mar 27 - 31 May 01 - 05 Jul 02 - 06 Sept
CAPE TOWN
WEEK CPT 1 CPT 2 CPT 3
1 11 - 15 Feb 03 - 07 Jun 30 Sept - 04 Oct
2 18 - 22 Feb 10 - 14 Jun 07 - 11 Oct
SECUNDA
WEEK SEC 1 SEC 2
1 21 - 25 Jan 27 - 31 May
2 28 Jan - 01 Feb 03 - 07 June
DURBAN
WEEK DBN 1 DBN 2
1 14 - 18 Jan 24 - 28 Jun
2 21 - 25 Jan 01 - 05 Jul
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ABOUT INTERNATIONAL
WELDING INSPECTION
PERSONNEL (IWIP)
IWI - Basic Level
The SAIW flagship Welding Inspector training programmes are
tailored to meet industry requirements for welding inspection
personnel involved in the fabrication, petrochemical, refinery,
process plant, power generation, construction and other
industries.
Qualification as a welding will comprise International Welding completed the Technology component in
inspector is an ideal platform to Inspector Personnel (IWIP) Basic, the IWIP - Basic course.
Standard and Comprehensive levels. Upon completion of the Basic Level, two
build a career in quality control As form 2018 the course will be offered years working experience is required to
of welded fabrications or as in modular form as from this year which access the Standard Level course. To
a third party inspector. This means that a student can enrol for the progress from the Standard Level to the
qualification is well regarded Technology module or the Inspection Comprehensive Level, two further years
in industry and may lead to a module independently. To become an of working experience is required.
IWI-Basic Inspector one needs The SAIW has decided to fully implement
variety of career paths.
the International Institute of Welding
to successfully complete both (IIW) IWIP Programme in order to
The IWIP course is designed to equip an modules. Those in possession of the afford candidates an internationally
inspector to conduct basic inspections, IIW International Welding Practitioner recognised qualification. Those who
to identify welding defects and witness (IWP), Specialist (IWS), Technologist pass will receive an IIW diploma. The IIW
and validate welder qualification tests. (IWT) or Engineer (IWE) diplomas only is represented in more than 50 nations
Important to note: This course is the need to complete the Inspection module across five continents and is the leading
first level of a new 3-level programme, at Basic level to become an IWIP-B welding organisation in the world.
which was introduced in 2017 and it Inspector as they will have already

INTERNATIONAL
WELDING
INSPECTION
COURSE INFORMATION
IWI - Basic Level
TECHNOLOGY INSPECTION
JOHANNESBURG | DURBAN JOHANNESBURG | DURBAN
CAPE TOWN | SECUNDA CAPE TOWN | SECUNDA
Entry Requirements Entry Requirements
Matric with a pass in both Mathematics and Science and a Matric with a minimum mark of 50% in Maths and Science
combined average mark of 50% OR Successful completion of A General Education and Training Certificate (Grade 9) with 5
SAIW’s Welding Quality Control course OR Two years welding years metalworking experience OR successful completion of
experience. Basics of Welding Quality Control course.
Course Outline Course Outline

Week 1 Quality Assurance
Welding Processes Quality Control in Inspection
Materials Technology Testing of Welds and Reporting
Construction and Design
Course Duration
Week 2 6 days + 1 day revision + 2 days exams
Fabrication, Application, Engineering
Testing of Welds Pricing (Including VAT)
QA/QC Corporate Member R 17 365
Non-Member R 18 608
Course Duration
10 days + 1 day revision + 1 day exam Includes
SAIW Welding Inspection Kit
Corporate Member R 23 044
Non-Member R 24 912 17
Course Schedule | TECHNOLOGY MODULE | Basic Level
JOHANNESBURG
WEEK COURSE INFORMATION HRS JHB 1 JHB 2 JHB 3 JHB 4 JHB 5 JHB 6 JHB 7
Welding Processes
25 Feb - 01
1 Materials Technology 40 14 - 18 Jan 25 - 29 Mar 06 - 10 May 27 - 31 May 15 - 19 Jul 12 - 16 Aug
Mar
2 Testing of Welds 40 21 - 25 Jan 04 - 08 Mar 01 - 05 Apr 13 - 17 May 03 - 07 Jun 22 - 26 Jul 19 - 23 Aug
QA/QC
Revision and Exam 04 - 05 Feb 18 - 19 Mar 15 - 16 Apr 27 - 28 May 18 - 19 Jun 05 - 06 Aug 02 - 03 Sept
JOHANNESBURG
WEEK COURSE INFORMATION HRS JHB 8 JHB 9 JHB 10
Welding Processes
1 Materials Technology 40 02 - 06 Sept 14 - 18 Oct 18 - 22 Nov
2 Testing of Welds 40 09 - 13 Sept 21 -25 Oct 25 - 29 Nov
QA/QC
Revision and Exam 25 - 26 Sept 04 - 05 Nov 09 - 10 Dec
DURBAN
WEEK COURSE INFORMATION HRS DBN 1 DBN2 DBN 3 DBN 4 DBN 5
Welding Processes
1 Materials Technology 40 14 - 18 Jan 25 - 29 Mar 03 - 07 Jun 12 - 16 Aug 07 - 11 Oct
2 Testing of Welds 40 21 - 25 Jan 01 - 05 Apr 10 - 14 Jun 19 - 23 Aug 14 - 18 Oct
QA/QC
Revision and Exam 04 - 05 Feb 15 -16 Apr 24 - 25 Jun 02 - 03 Sept 28 - 29 Oct
CAPE TOWN
WEEK COURSE INFORMATION HRS CPT 1 CPT 2 CPT 3
Welding Processes
1 Materials Technology 40 25 - 29 Mar 08 - 12 Jul 14 - 18 Oct
2 Testing of Welds 40 01 - 05 Apr 15 - 19 Jul 21 - 25 Oct
QA/QC
Revision and Exam 15 - 16 Apr 29 -30 Jul 04 - 05 Nov
SECUNDA
WEEK COURSE INFORMATION HRS SEC 1 SEC 2
Welding Processes
25 Feb -
1 Materials Technology 40 02 - 06 Sept
01 Mar
2 Testing of Welds 40 04 - 08 Mar 09 - 13 Sept
QA/QC
Revision and Exam 18 - 19 Mar 25 - 26 Sept
Course Schedule | INSPECTION MODULE | Basic Level
JOHANNESBURG
Quality Assurance
29 Jul -
1 Quality Control in Inspection 48 04 - 08 Mar 01 - 05 Apr 20 - 24 May 24 - 28 Jun 26 - 30 Aug 16 - 20 Sept
02 Aug
Testing of Welds and Reporting
2 11 Mar 08 Apr 27 May 01 Jul 05 Aug 02 Sept 23 Sept
Revision and Exam 13 -15 Mar 10 - 12 Apr 29 - 31 May 03 - 05 Jul 06 - 08 Aug 04 -06 Sept 25 - 27 Sept
JOHANNESBURG
WEEK COURSE INFORMATION HRS JHB 8 JHB 9
Quality Assurance
1 Quality Control in Inspection 48 21 - 25 Oct 25 - 29 Nov
2 28 Oct 02 Dec
Revision and Exam 30 Oct - 01 Nov 04 - 06 Dec

DURBAN
WEEK COURSE INFORMATION HRS DBN 1 DBN2 DBN 3 DBN 4 DBN 5
Quality Assurance
30 Sept -
1 Quality Control in Inspection 48 18 - 22 Feb 13 -17 May 22 - 26 Jul 25 - 29 Nov
04 Oct
2 25 Feb 20 May 29 Jul 07 Oct 02 Dec
Revision and Exam 27 Feb - 01 Mar 22 - 24 May 31 Jul - 02 Aug 09 - 11 Oct 04 - 06 Dec
CAPE TOWN
WEEK COURSE INFORMATION HRS CPT 1 CPT 2 CPT 3
Quality Assurance
1 Quality Control in Inspection 48 06 - 10 May 26 - 30 Aug 25 - 29 Nov
2 13 May 02 Sept 02 Dec
Revision and Exam 15 - 17 May 04 - 06 Sept 04 - 06 Dec

SECUNDA
Quality Assurance
28 Oct -
1 Quality Control in Inspection 48 13 - 17 May
01 Nov
2 20 May 04 Nov
Revision and Exam 22- 24 May 06 -08 Nov
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ABOUT INTERNATIONAL
WELDING INSPECTION
PERSONNEL (IWIP)
IWI - Standard Level
The IWIP Standard is for candidates who have successfully
completed their IWIP Basic course, are in possession of two years’
post IWIP Basic Welding Inspection experience and who wish to
further their Welding Inspection training.
On completion of the IWIP In the IWIP Standard course the Those candidates who are in possession
Standard, the candidate will candidate will delve deeper into all of the International Welding Specialist
aspects dealt with at the IWIP Basic certificate are exempted from the
have an advanced knowledge of level e.g. you will examine radiographic Technology module and are allowed
Welding and Inspection theory films instead of only reviewing automatic entrance into the Inspection
and practical application. The radiographic inspection reports; review module. These candidates, on passing
successful IWIP Standard destructive test reports and much more. the Inspection modules at IWIP Basic
graduate is able to supervise and IWIP Standard levels, will attain the
The course has two modules in line IWIP Standard certificate.
IWIP Basic personnel as well as
with the IWIP Basic – Technology and Successful IWIP Standard graduates
develop and provide instructions Inspection which can be completed can apply for the IWIP Comprehensive
for Inspection activities separately. However, qualification is course on attainment of two years’
including at an IWIP Basic level. achieved only when both modules are Welding Inspection experience at the
successfully completed. IWIP Standard level.

INTERNATIONAL
WELDING
INSPECTION
COURSE INFORMATION
IWI - Standard Level
IWIP-B plus 2 years post IWIP-B welding IWIP-B plus 2 years post IWIP-B welding
inspection experience. inspection experience.
International Welding Specialist International Welding Specialist

Welding Processes Quality Assurance
Materials Technology Quality Control in Inspection
Construction and Design Testing of Welds and Reporting
Testing of Welds Course Duration
QA/QC 6 days + 2 days exam
Course Duration Pricing (Including VAT)

4 days + 1 day exam Corporate Member R 17 365
Non-Member R 18 608
Non-Member R 12 610
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Course Schedule | TECHNOLOGY MODULE | Standard Level
JOHANNESBURG
WEEK COURSE INFORMATION HRS JHB 1 JHB 2 JHB 3 JHB 4 JHB 5 JHB 6
Welding Processes
30 Sept -
1 Materials Technology 32 11 - 14 Feb 01 - 04 Apr 08 - 11 Jul 12 - 15 Aug 04 - 07 Nov
03 Oct
Exam 15 Feb 05 Apr 12 Jul 16 Aug 04 Oct 08 Nov
DURBAN
WEEK COURSE INFORMATION HRS DBN 1 DBN2 DBN 3
Welding Processes
30 Sept -
1 Materials Technology 32 11 - 14 Feb 08 - 11 Jul
03 Oct
Exam 15 Feb 12 Jul 04 Oct
CAPE TOWN
WEEK COURSE INFORMATION HRS CPT 1
Welding Processes
1 Materials Technology 32 15 - 18 Jul
Exam 19 Jul
SECUNDA
Welding Processes
30 Sept -
1 Materials Technology 32 08 - 11 Apr
03 Oct
Exam 12 Apr 04 Oct
Course Schedule | INSPECTION MODULE | Standard Level
JOHANNESBURG
WEEK COURSE INFORMATION HRS JHB 1 JHB 2 JHB 3 JHB 4 JHB 5
Quality Assurance
1 Quality Control in Inspection 48 11 - 15 Mar 03 - 07 Jun 19 - 23 aug 16 - 20 Sept 11 - 15 Nov
2 18 Mar 10 Jun 26 Aug 23 Sept 18 Nov
Exam 20 - 22 Mar 13 -14 Jun 29 - 30 Aug 26 - 27 Sept 21 - 22 Nov

DURBAN
Quality Assurance
1 Quality Control in Inspection 48 25 - 29 Mar 19 - 23 Aug 11 - 15 Nov
2 01 Apr 26 Aug 18 Nov
Exam 04 - 05 Apr 29 - 30 Aug 21 - 22 Nov

CAPE TOWN
WEEK COURSE INFORMATION HRS CPT 1
Quality Assurance
1 Quality Control in Inspection 48 09 - 13 Sept
2 16 Sept
Exam 19 - 20 Sept
SECUNDA
Quality Assurance
1 Quality Control in Inspection 48 20 - 24 May 25 - 29 Nov
2 27 May 02 Dec
Exam 30 - 31 May 05 - 06 Dec
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ABOUT INTERNATIONAL
WELDING INSPECTION
PERSONNEL (IWIP)
IWI - Comprehensive Level
The IWIP Comprehensive is the most prestigious and the highest
level of the IWIP courses. Candidates who have successfully
completed the IWIP Standard course and are in possession of
two years’ Welding Inspection experience at the Standard level
are eligible for the Comprehensive course.
On completing the course, you Successful IWIP Comprehensive IWIP Standard and IWI Comprehensive
will have extensive knowledge candidates will, amongst other things, courses and, on passing, they will have
be able to manage all Inspection to go through an interview process,
of welding and inspection activities; supervise IWIP Basic and IWIP which, if they pass, will lead to them
theory and application. The Standard personnel developing and then attaining the IWIP Comprehensive
course is presented in modular giving them appropriate (on-the job) certificate.
form similar to IWIP Standard instructions; act as technical experts for
and IWIP Basic i.e. there is the inspection function.
a Technology module and an
People holding the IWT or IWE
Inspection module that have qualifications are exempted from doing
to be successfully completed the IWIP Comprehensive Technology
in order to attain the IWIP module but are required to complete the
Comprehensive certificate. Inspection modules from the IWIP Basic,

INTERNATIONAL
WELDING
INSPECTION
COURSE INFORMATION
IWI - Comprehensive Level
Entry for both IWIP-S plus 2 years post IWIP-S Entry for both IWIP-S plus 2 years post IWIP-S
welding inspection experience. welding inspection experience.
International Welder Technology and International International Welder Technology and International
Welder Engineer. Welder Engineer.

Welding Processes Quality Assurance
Materials Technology Quality Control in Inspection
Construction and Design Testing of Welds and Reporting
Testing of Welds Course Duration
QA/QC 4 days + 1 day exam

Non-Member R 15 355
Non-Member R 15 355
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Course Schedule | TECHNOLOGY MODULE | Comprehensive Level
JOHANNESBURG
Welding Processes
1 Materials Technology 32 28 - 31 Jan 25 - 28 Feb 25 - 28 Mar 06 - 09 May 10 - 13 Jun 22 - 25 Jul 09 -12 Sept
Exam 01 Feb 01 Mar 29 Mar 10 May 14 Jun 26 Jul 13 Sept
JOHANNESBURG 2
WEEK COURSE INFORMATION HRS JHB 8
Welding Processes
1 Materials Technology 32 28 - 31 Oct
Exam 01 Nov
DURBAN
Welding Processes
1 Materials Technology 32 28 - 31 Jan 27 - 30 May 14 -17 Oct
Exam 01 Feb 31 May 18 Oct
CAPE TOWN
WEEK COURSE INFORMATION HRS CPT 1 CPT 2
Welding Processes
1 Materials Technology 32 13 - 16 May 16 - 19 Sept
Exam 17 May 20 Sept
SECUNDA
Welding Processes
1 Materials Technology 32 25 - 28 Mar 22 - 25 Jul
Exam 29 May 26 Jul
Course Schedule | INSPECTION MODULE | Comprehensive Level
JOHANNESBURG
Quality Assurance
1 Quality Control in Inspection 32 11 - 14 Mar 08 - 11 Apr 03 - 06 Jun 15 - 18 Jul 19 - 22 Aug 07 - 10 Oct 02 - 05 Dec
Exam 15 Mar 12 Apr 07 Jun 19 Jul 23 Aug 11 Oct 6 Dec
DURBAN
Quality Assurance
1 Quality Control in Inspection 32 04 - 07 Mar 01 - 04 Jul 25 - 28 Nov
Exam 08 Mar 05 Jul 29 Nov
CAPE TOWN
WEEK COURSE INFORMATION HRS CPT 1 CPT 2
Quality Assurance
1 Quality Control in Inspection 32 01 - 04 Jul 28 - 31 Oct
Exam 05 Jul 01 Nov
SECUNDA
Quality Assurance
1 Quality Control in Inspection 32 20 - 23 May 16 - 19 Sept
Exam 24 May 20 Sept
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ABOUT SENIOR WELDING

INSPECTOR
– Level 2
The SAIW welding inspector training programmes are tailored
to meet industry requirements for welding inspection personnel
involved in the fabrication, petrochemical, refinery, process
plant, power generation, construction and other industries.
The Senior Welding Inspector Welding Inspector courses incorporate • Candidates with a GETC qualification
course, which is for those who material identified as essential by (Grade 9) require an additional
national industry experts. 3 years of relevant experience,
have successfully completed i.e. a total of 5 years’ experience
the Welding Inspector Course, Students having successfully completed • Students who qualified as Senior
completes the training as a the Senior Welding Inspector Welding Inspectors (SAIW – Level
welding inspector and further course automatically qualify for the 2) before 2010 have to complete an
upgrades skills to a level where internationally recognised IIW IWIP extra 2 day module and exam in
standard level diploma, which is construction and design. (Details on
candidates are able to take
awarded automatically, provided the application)
on and manage all inspection student meets the following IIW course
activities, including being able access conditions:
to confirm the code compliance
of a welding procedure. • The candidate has to be at least 20
years old at the time of taking the
Since 2010, the SAIW welding inspectors course
training programmes and examinations • The candidate has to have a senior
are fully aligned with the International certificate or equivalent with pass
Institute of Welding (IIW) IWIP Standard marks in mathematics and science
level inspection diploma, but the • The candidate must have at least 2
combined Welding Inspector and Senior years’ relevant practical experience

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SENIOR WELDING
INSPECTOR
COURSE INFORMATION
– Level 2
JOHANNESBURG | DURBAN | CAPE TOWN | SECUNDA
Entry Requirements
Applicants for Senior Welding Inspector (Level 2) courses must have passed the
relevant SAIW Certification Welding Inspector (Level I) qualification examination.
Course Outline Week 4

Week 1 Procedure Qualification
Construction and Design Fabrication Applications Engineering
Materials Technology II Legal Knowledge
Week 2 Week 5
Destructive Testing Theory Examination (2 x 3 hrs)
Non Destructive Testing Practical Examination (1 x 5 hrs)
Week 3 Revision
Heat Treatment
Inspection and Quality Assurance
Course Duration
25 days

Non-Member R 51 160
Course Schedule
JOHANNESBURG
WEEK COURSE INFORMATION HRS JHB 1 JHB 2 JHB 3 JHB 4 JHB 5
Construction and Design 16

1 21 - 25 Jan 04 - 08 Mar 13 - 17 May 24 -28 Jun 29 Jul - 02 Aug
Materials Technology II 24
Destructive Testing 8
2 18 - 22 Feb 08 - 12 Apr 10 -14 Jun 22 - 26 Jul 26 - 30 Aug
Non Destructive Testing 32
Heat Treatment 16
3 25 - 29 Mar 06 - 10 May 08 - 12 Jul 19 - 23 Aug 30 Sept - 04 Oct
Inspection and Quality Assurance 24
Procedure Qualification 24
4 Fabrication Applications Engineering 8 06 - 10 May 03 - 07 Jun 12 - 16 Aug 16 - 20 Sept 28 Oct - 01 Nov
Legal Knowledge 8
Revision 24 10 - 12 Jun 01- 03 Jul 09 -11 Sept 14 -16 Oct 25 -27 Nov
5 Theory Examination (2 x 3 hrs) 6 13 Jun 04 Jul 12 Sept 17 Oct 28 Nov
Practical Examination (1 x 5 hrs) 5 14 Jun 05 Jul 13 Sept 18 Oct 29 Nov
DURBAN | CAPE TOWN | SECUNDA
WEEK COURSE INFORMATION HRS DBN 1 DBN 2 DBN 3 CPT 1 SEC 1 SEC 2

1 21- 25 Jan 08 -12 Apr 29 Jul - 02 Aug 04 - 08 Mar 28 Jan - 01 Feb 12 - 16 Aug
Materials Technology II 24
Destructive Testing 8
2 18 - 22 Feb 13 - 17 May 26 - 30 Aug 11 - 15 Mar 25 Feb - 01 Mar 09 - 13 Sept
Non Destructive Testing 32
Heat Treatment 16
3 11 - 15 Mar 10 - 14 Jun 16 - 20 Sept 01 - 05 Apr 25 - 29 Mar 07 - 11 Oct
Inspection and Quality Assurance 24
Procedure Qualification 24
4 Fabrication Applications Engineering 8 01 - 05 Apr 08 - 12 Jul 21 -25 Oct 08 - 12 Apr 20 - 24 May 04 - 08 Nov
Legal Knowledge 8
Revision 24 06 -08 May 12 -14 Aug 18 - 20 Nov 06- 08 May 24 -26 Jun 02 -04 Dec
5 Theory Examination (2 x 3 hrs) 6 9 May 15 Aug 21 Nov 09 May 27 Jun 05 Dec
Practical Examination (1 x 5 hrs) 5 10 May 16 Aug 22 Nov 10 May 28 Jun 06 Dec
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IIW WELDING
PRACTITIONER
COURSE INFORMATION
Entry Requirements
1. A valid welder qualification certificate to weld in all positions without backing in
at least one process, eg. 6G (H-L045) pipe weld without backing, or horizontal
and vertical groove weld without backing
2. The recommended minimum age of 20 years including 2 years working
experience as a welder
3. Welder qualification tests will be conducted on completion of the theory in the 6G
positions and PF plate positions, in a choice of processes or materials
The Course is intended for

Welding personnel who wish to improve their welding skills and knowledge to enable
them to take on welding supervision tasks and positions.
Course Duration
Practical: 8 days / Theory: 10 days / Exams: 2 hours

Theory Only Practical Only Combined
Corporate Member R 19 987 R 8 593 R 28 580
Non-Member R 21 608 R 9 289 R 30 897
Please Note:
Practical Welding Module may be exempt on application
if the candidate has a welder qualification for multiple
materials and can demonstrate experience of all the
major welding processes.
Welding supervisors are tasked with the responsibility of

improving the productivity of welders. With the correct training,
welding supervisors will provide adequate support for welders,
ensuring high quality production at minimum cost.
The International Welding processes being MMA, MIG/MAG, • The characteristics and main
Practitioner (IWP) course is FCAW, TIG and Oxy-Fuel welding. components of the most common arc
Forty (40) hours are reserved to welding power sources
ideal for welding personnel who broaden the student’s knowledge • The fundamentals of common and
wish to progress their career and skill in other relevant materials special welding processes and their
and improve their knowledge of within this main process. An applications
welding technology and quality additional twenty (20) hours shall be • Consumables used in the different
control. reserved to give the student basic processes
understanding of the possibilities of • Joint designs and weld configurations
This course has both a theoretical and a other processes for specific materials, thicknesses,
practical component and covers: accessibility, different loadings and
• Welding processes and equipment NOTE: The student may be exempted allowable tolerances
• Materials and their behaviour during from practical training under certain • Basic metallurgy of steels, testing of
welding, construction and design circumstances. materials and heat treatments
• Fabrication applications engineering • Defects encountered with the various
• Practical Welding: On completion of the course, students welding processes
Practical training is carried out on will have an understanding of: • And more – see dedicated course
an individual basis with the main brochure for additional details.
Course Schedule
JOHANNESBURG
HOURS JHB 1
Practical Welding 60
Welding Processes and Equipment 29
Materials and their behaviour during welding 23
On Request
Fabrication, Applications and Engineering 28
Examination 2

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IIW WELDING
SPECIALIST
COURSE INFORMATION
Entry Requirements
1. A senior certificate (matric, N3) with a pass in mathematics and science or equivalent AND
2. The recommended minimum age of 20 years including a minimum of 2 years of job related
experience is required OR
3. Hold a General Education and Training Certificate (GETC – Grade 9) plus 5 years relevant metal
working experience

Welding supervisors and coordinators and for personnel involved in training and technical
sales.
Course Duration

Non-Member R 44 487 R 9 289 R 53 776
Please Note:
The practical component does not aim at providing practical
skills to the welding Specialist, but rather at providing them
with knowledge on the control of the different welding
processes. The students will become as familiar as
possible with the problems and typical defects
associated with incorrect use of the different
welding methods.
Exemption is available from the practical

training module on application with a
suitable CV showing experience with
all the welding processes.
An International Institute of Welding IIW Course

The Welding Specialist course Welding supervisors and coordinators Grade 9 or equivalent certificate, plus
is aimed at equipping personnel make a valuable contribution to welding five years’ relevant experience will also
operations, especially with regards to be considered.
with the necessary skills and cost, quality, productivity and safety.
technical knowledge to plan, The course is specifically aimed at Candidates not meeting the above
execute, supervise and test supervisors and coordinators but is educational requirements may still
welding operations within a also suitable for personnel involved in be able to access the course through
limited technical field involving training and technical sales. Candidates artisan qualifications and experience.
of at least 20 years of age with a senior Contact the SAIW for more information.
simple welded constructions.
matric certificate or N3 qualification,
The course has been designed including mathematics and science and
to meet the requirements of at least two years’ relevant experience
welding coordination personnel. may apply. Candidates with a
Course Schedule
JOHANNESBURG | DURBAN
HOURS JHB 1 JHB 2 JHB 3
Practical Welding 60 14 -22 Jan 06 - 14 May 01 - 09 Jul
Welding Processes and Equipment 48 04 - 11 Feb 03 -10 Jun 29Jul - 05 Aug
Materials and their behaviour during welding 56 11 - 20 Mar 08 - 17 Jul 02 - 11 Sept
Construction and Design 24 15 - 18 Apr 12 -15 Aug 07 - 10 Oct
Fabrication, Applications and Engineering 54 06 - 15 May 09 - 18 Sept 11 - 20 Nov
Examination (4 x 2 hrs) 8 18 Jun 07 Oct 09 Dec

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INTERNATIONAL
WELDING SPECIALIST
BRIDGING
COURSE INFORMATION
Entry Requirements
1. Pass in SAIW Welding Inspection Level 1 and Senior Welding Inspector Level 2
AND
2. Meet the access conditions for IIW Welding Specialist
Course Duration
5 days and 60 hours practical

Non-Member R 15 041 R 9 289 R 24 330
Please Note:
Practical Welding Module may be exempt on application if the
candidate has a welder qualification for multiple materials
and can demonstrate experience of all the major
welding processes.
Alternate Welding Inspector route to

obtain the Specialist Diploma
The Welding Specialist Bridging and coordinators make a valuable
course provides a route for contribution to welding operations
especially with regards to cost, quality,
candidates who have completed productivity and safety. The Welding
SAIW Welding Inspector Level Specialist Bridging course provides a
2 to obtain the IIW International route for personnel to increase their
Welding Specialist diploma. welding inspection knowledge and
This one week training course skills to fulfil a welding supervision and
coordination role.
covers the Welding Specialist
syllabus requirements that are The normal access requirements for IIW
not covered within the SAIW Welding Specialist apply and candidates
Welding Inspector Level 1 and will be required to write examinations
Level 2 courses. for the four Welding Technology
modules. Candidates will also be
This course is aimed at equipping required to undertake the practical
personnel with the necessary skills module. This, however, may be exempt
and technical knowledge to coordinate if the candidate can demonstrate the
welding activities within a fabrication requisite experience and knowledge of
environment. Welding supervisors welding processes.
Course Schedule
JOHANNESBURG
HOURS JHB 1 JHB 2
To obtain the Specialist Diploma the Level 2 plus
54 28 Jan - 01 Feb 07 - 11 Oct
IIW Specialist Bridging Courses must be completed.
Examination 8 18 -19 Mar 02 - 03 Dec

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IIW WELDING
TECHNOLOGIST
COURSE INFORMATION
Entry Requirements
1. National diploma in Engineering from a Technical University (Technikon)
2. BSc degree in Engineering
3. IWS diploma with 6 years work experience as a Welding Coordinator at an appropriate level within 8
years after receiving the IWS diploma
4. N6 Mechanical Engineering with 5 years work experience in the fabrication field in the last 10
years after receiving the N6 diploma on a Welding Technologist level

Engineering personnel with a National diploma in engineering or an equivalent
qualification, intending to pursue a career in welding fabrication and for engineers
working in site and workshop fabrication.
Course Duration

Non-Member R 73 509 R 9 289 R 82 798
Please Note:
The practical component aims to provide a candidate
with knowledge on the control of the different welding
processes. The candidate will become as familiar
as possible with the problems and typical defects
associated with incorrect use of the different
welding methods.
Exemption is available from the

practical training module on
application with a suitable CV
showing experience with all
the welding processes.
An International Institute of Welding IIW Course

The welding technologist course Engineering personnel, with a 14731 standards addressing welding
is aimed at equipping personnel National Diploma in engineering or an quality systems.
equivalent qualification, intending to
with the necessary skills and pursue a career in welding fabrication It is also an excellent qualification for
technical knowledge for the should apply for this course. It is Welding Coordination Personnel with
planning, executing, supervising suitable for engineers working on the responsibility for confirming the
and testing of the tasks and site and in fabrication workshops, acceptability of welding procedures used
responsibilities in welding in manufacturing, EPCM companies in welded fabrications.
and end users. The qualification
fabrication, within a selective or
is referenced as suitable for
limited technical field involving employees with welding coordination
simple welded constructions. responsibilities in ISO 3834 and ISO
Course Schedule
JOHANNESBURG
HOURS JHB 1
Practical Welding 60 04 - 12 Mar
Welding Processes and Equipment 81 01 - 12 Apr
Materials and their behaviour during welding 96 06 - 22 May
Construction and Design 44 24 - 28 Jun
Fabrication, Applications and Engineering 81 22 Jul - 02 Aug
Examinations are held on 1st day of the following module 4x4 26 Aug

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APPRECIATION OF
WELDING
COURSE INFORMATION
Personnel who specify welding for design or construction or maintenance of
equipment. This course provides an overview of welding and material technology as
well as quality control of welding operations to ensure that suitable quality welds
are produced and the design intent is met.
Course Duration
5 days

Non-Member R 15 355
Please Note:
The Appreciation of Welding course is designed to provide personnel with an
overview of welding technology in order to understand welding better and
make informed welding related decisions.
Please contact course administrator on weld.tech@saiw.co.za – 011 298 2111 for further information
Welding is a complex subject with many welding processes

available ranging from the traditional “stick” welding through
to advanced processes such as laser welding.
In addition, there are many With increasing operating stresses and
materials for the engineer to temperatures, use of new materials
and innovative designs, engineers are
utilise including a large range finding it increasingly difficult to contain
of ferrous alloys ranging from maintenance and fabrication costs due
steel alloys through to cast iron to their lack of knowledge of welding
as well as non-ferrous alloys. technology and related sciences.
Techniques have also been With increased knowledge of welding
technology, it has been proven that
developed for welding plastics,
substantial cost savings are possible.
ceramics and other exotic
materials. The Appreciation Personnel in senior positions must have
of Welding course is designed an appreciation of welding technology
to provide candidates with an to ensure that maintenance, fabrication
overview of welding technology and construction work is being carried
out effectively in terms of quality and
in order to understand welding cost effectiveness.
better and make informed
welding related decisions.
CPD credits available for this course
Course Schedule
JOHANNESBURG | DURBAN | CAPE TOWN

HOURS JHB 1 JHB 2 DBN 1 CPT 1
Introduction to welding processes
Introduction to materials 40 18 - 22 Feb 21 - 25 Oct 16 - 20 Sept 12 -16 Aug
Introduction to welding quality assurance

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ASME CODES OF
CONSTRUCTION
COURSE INFORMATION
Welding fabrication inspectors, engineers, technologists, technicians and
supervisors who wish to improve their knowledge of these codes.
Course Duration
10 days

Non-Member R 27 857
Please Note:
Since 1986, the SAIW has held a two week course on the ASME Codes of
Construction including the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel
Inspection Code. This course now covers: National Board Inspection Code;
ASME Section I; ASME Section VIII Division I; ASME Section IX.
It has been agreed, in conjunction with the relevant committees,

that this course will be included in the modules required for
registration as a: SAQCC (IPE) Inspector of Pressurised
Equipment. The course is specifically designed to introduce
students on how to use the relevant code sections
logically and methodically. This course is aligned with
the NBIC for personnel aiming to qualify in the
categories mentioned above.
This ASME Code of Construction is ideal for welding inspectors

involved in boiler and/or pressure vessel fabrication, repair
or modification according to the ASME codes. This course is
mandatory for inspectors aiming for Inspector of Pressurised
Equipment (IPE) certification with the intention of working for an
Approved Inspection Authority.
The course is also suitable The course addresses the requirements reports; pressure relief devices; duties
for project and maintenance of ASME Section 1 – rules of of inspectors; using the codes and
construction calculations; practical solutions to
engineers and engineering for power boilers. ASME section VIII problems.
supervisors with responsibility Division 1 – rules of construction for
for boilers and pressure vessels pressure vessels, ASME Section IX – Successful graduates will have an
as an introduction to the ASME welding and brazing qualifications and appreciation for the design requirements
codes. NBIC – National Board Inspection Code. and be able to use the codes and
interpret and apply the fabrication and
Candidates should have a Grade 10 The following syllabus with an emphasis inspection requirements in their daily
qualification as a minimum with 12 on code requirements for welding, work activities.
months welding inspection experience. fabrication and inspection: design of
Candidates should preferably have vessels and boilers; allowable materials;
completed the SAIW level 2 welding strengthen calculations for openings;
inspector qualification prior to doing this fabrication requirements; qualification
course, which is a requirement for IPE of welders and welding procedures; CPD credits available for
certification. Inspection and tests; marking and this course
Course Schedule

HOURS JHB 1 JHB 2 JHB 3 DBN 1 DBN 2 CPT 1 CPT 2
ASME VIII
ASME I
80 04 - 15 Feb 08 - 19 Jul 11 - 22 Nov 11 - 22 Feb 14 - 25 Oct 20 - 31 May 04 -15 Nov
ASME IX
NBIC
Examination (2 x 4 hrs) 8

43
AWS D1.1 – STEEL

STRUCTURES
COURSE INFORMATION
To focus on the fabrication and inspection requirements of this code. It is not
intended to cover the design aspects.
Course Duration
4 days

Non-Member R 10 168
Please Note:
AWS D1.1 code is widely used both internationally and locally for managing
welding quality in structural steel constructions and buildings, bridges,
draglines, oil production platforms, mining headgear, shaft steelwork,
earthmoving and mining equipment, as well as power station structures.
Successful candidates will be able to use and interpret the code

with regards to: Pre-qualified welding procedures; Qualification
of welders and welding procedures; Allowable materials;
Fabrication requirements; Inspection and tests; Marking
and reports.
AWS D1.1 code is widely used both internationally and locally for
managing welding quality in structural steel constructions and
buildings, bridges, draglines, oil production platforms, mining
headgear, shaft steelwork, earthmoving and mining equipment,
as well as power station structures.
Personnel involved in the This four-day course provides an Successful candidates will be able to
fabrication of steel structures analysis of this welding fabrication code use and interpret the code with regards
and covers the following aspects of the to: pre-qualified welding procedures;
including inspection, quality 2015 version of the code: qualification of welders and welding
control and fabrication should • Section 1 - General requirements procedures; allowable materials;
attend this course. Engineering related to welded steel structures fabrication requirements; inspection and
personnel wishing to improve • Section 3 - Pre-qualified welding tests; marking and reports.
their understanding of procedures
• Section 4 - Welding procedure and
inspection and quality control
performance qualification
during fabrication of steel • Section 5 - Fabrication requirements
structures are also encouraged • Section 6 - Inspection requirements
to attend this course. • Practical exercises in the CPD credits available for
interpretation of code requirements this course
Course Schedule

HOURS JHB 1 JHB 2 DBN 1 CPT 1
Pre-qualified WPS
Qualified WPS
Welder qualification 32 04 - 07 Feb 19 - 22 Aug 18 - 21 Jun 01 - 04 Jul
Inspection
Fabrication
Examination – Self Assessment

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POST WELD HEAT

TREATMENT
PRACTITIONER (PWHT)
COURSE INFORMATION
Covers heat treatment requirements for the fabrication of pressure vessels, steam
generators and process equipment. The following fabrication codes are dealt with
in this course: ASME VIII, BS2633, EN13445, EN13480, AWS D1.1.
Course Duration
10 days

Non-Member R 30 082
Please Note:
Heat treatment practitioners performing local heat treatment of welded
fabrications on site, or in a workshop, using resistance heating, will
benefit from this course. The course is also suitable for maintenance
personnel who are responsible for supervising heat treatment
operations. Candidates should preferably have a Grade 12
qualification and experience in engineering and/or metal
working is recommended.
Successful candidates will: Understand the necessity

to perform pre- and post-weld heat treatments;
be able to determine heat treatment cycles in
accordance with various codes; be able to set
up and operate heat treatment equipment.
PWHT Heat treatment practitioners performing local heat

treatment of welded fabrications on site, or in a workshop, using
resistance heating, will benefit from this course. The course is
also suitable for maintenance personnel who are responsible
for supervising heat treatment operations. Candidates should
preferably have a Grade 12 qualification and experience in
engineering and/or metal working is recommended.
Course Content: annealing, hydrogen removal; methods heating configurations on nozzles;
of heat treatment; equipment – setting up equipment for weld heat
Theory: machines, heaters, recorders, cables, treatments – thermocouples, heaters,
Basic metallurgy; heat treatment thermocouples, thermocouple welders, insulation; operating heat treatment
definitions; welding processes; insulation materials; thermocouple equipment.
welding effects on materials – why locations; code requirements for heating
is heat treatment necessary?; heat band width and insulation band width. Successful candidates will: Understand
treatment cycles, heating and cooling the necessity to perform pre- and
rates, soaking temperatures, soaking Practical: post-weld heat treatments; be able
times; code and material specification Determining pre- and post-weld heat to determine heat treatment cycles in
requirements for welding; pre-heat, treatment requirements to codes and accordance with various codes; be able
post-weld heat treatment, normalising, standards; determining heating and to set up and operate heat treatment
insulation band widths; determining equipment.
Course Schedule
JOHANNESBURG
HOURS JHB 1
Welding processes
Materials 80 18 Feb - 01 Mar
PWHT codes
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1. Training can be forwarded to quality@saiw.co.za 2. Examination and Certification can be forwarded to quality@saiwcertification.co.za
PIPING INSPECTORS
COURSE INFORMATION
Personnel wishing to undertake inspection of piping in compliance
to the Pressure Equipment Regulations.
Course Duration
5 days

Non-Member R 15 355
The South African Pressure Equipment Regulations (PER) requires

that new and in service pipelines are categorized and conformity
assessed in accordance with SANS 347.
SAIW has for a long time offered This new Piping Inspectors course is Successful candidates will have
courses that lead to certification based on certification requirements comprehensive knowledge on
similar to the Competent Person and the requirements of International
as a Competent Person (CP) for Inspector of Pressurised Equipment, Pipeline and Piping Component
In-Service Inspection as well consisting of a one week theoretical Inspection standards, including failure
as for Inspector of Pressure course, followed by an examination. The mechanisms, safety devices, the
Equipment (IPE) certification for candidate is then required to gather requirements for new construction
all new construction and repairs experience as a pipeline inspector prior standards, and Inspection techniques
to application for certification. followed by objective and supportive
through the respective SAQCC
It is also a requirement for the Inspector report writing.
schemes. A need has now been to have comprehensive knowledge of the
identified for the certification of South African legislation for Pressure Among others, the following
Pipeline Inspectors. Equipment, therefore it is a pre-requisite International standards will be covered
for the student to have successfully API 570, API 571, API 574, API 576, API
undertaken a Legal Knowledge course 579, and ASME B31.3 and ASME B16.5
on the PER and SANS 347. construction standards.
Course Schedule
JOHANNESBURG
HOURS JHB 1
API 570
API 571
API 574
API 576 40 30 Sept - 04 oct
API 579
ASME B31.3
ASME B16.5
Exam

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ABOUT COMPETENT
PERSONS TRAINING
The SAIW Competent Person courses are ideal for persons
intending to work as inspectors for an Approved Inspection
Authority (AIA) which has in-service inspection included in the
scope of its accreditation and approval by the Department of
Labour (DoL).
These courses are also suitable an approved training course for however, all candidates will be
for engineering personnel certification. considered.
responsible for in-service Certification is available in two Successful candidates will: have a
inspection requirements categories – pressure vessels or basic knowledge of common welding
according to the Pressure steam generators. In the case of processes used in steam generator
Equipment Regulations (PER). pressure vessels, there are two basic manufacture and repair and the
The qualification will ensure sub-categories; limited or unlimited. defects that may occur in original
Limited certification is aimed at those manufacture; have gained knowledge
that the user’s responsibility
personnel working only in the field of and understanding of the defects
in terms of the in-service inspection of compressor air receivers that arise in service and possible
inspection requirements of the or small medical autoclaves. Other equipment failure mechanisms; have
PER are appropriately managed. pressure vessel inspectors working gained knowledge of the suitability of
in the industry, including refinery and NDT test methods; understand the
Competent persons perform the in- process industries or power generation roles and responsibilities of the USER,
service inspections which are required industries are required to have unlimited the AIA in-service and the competent
by the Pressure Equipment Regulations certification. person inspector in complying with
(PER) according to the Occupational the in-service inspection requirements
Health and Safety Act. Competent It is recommended that candidates of the PER; have sufficient technical
persons are required to be certified by should have a minimum of Grade 10 or knowledge to be able to perform in-
the SAQCC CP certification body and an equivalent qualification and some service inspection of steam generators.
it is an essential requirement that the relevant experience in inspection or
candidates have successfully completed operation of pressurised equipment,
Foundation Course
Welding and NDT Syllabus
5 Days
Exemption from the Foundation Week is possible depending on prior training qualifications
CP PV For PV Certification limited to air CP Steam Generator

Core Syllabus receivers or small autoclaves Core Syllabus
5 Days 10 Days
PLUS
CP PV Additional
Plant Syllabus
20 Days
For unlimited PV Certification
NOTE: The Competent Person Foundation module is mandatory for all new students
not holders of Welding Inspector qualification (SAIW Level 1) or IWIP-B.
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COMPETENT
PERSONS TRAINING
COURSE INFORMATION
Foundation Week Pressure Vessel Steam Generators
– Core Week – Core Week
Entry Requirements:
The SAIW Competent Person courses Entry Requirements: Entry Requirements:
are ideal for persons intending to work Completed Competent Persons Completed Competent Persons
as inpsectors for an Approved Inspection Foundation Module or hold a Welding Foundation Module or hold a Welding
Authority (AIA) which has Inspector qualification (SAIW Level 1) or Inspector qualification (SAIW Level 1) or
in-service inspection included in IWIP-B. For description and dates of the IWIP-B. For description and dates of the
the scope of its accreditation and CP Foundation Module see page 55. CP Foundation Module see page 55.
approval by the Department of Labour.
These courses are also suitable for Course Duration Course Duration
engineering personnel responsible 5 Days 10 Days
for inservice inspection requirements
according to the Pressure Equipment Pricing (Including VAT) Pricing (Including VAT)
Regulations (PER). Corporate Member R 14 207 Corporate Member R 28 413
Non-Member R 15 355 Non-Member R 30 717
Course Duration
5 Days Training Evaluation: Training Evaluation:
The Core Week examination has The Core Week examination has
Pricing (Including VAT) two parts, which ensure candidates two parts which ensure candidates
Corporate Member R 14 207 understand the requirements of the PER understand the requirements of the PER
Non-Member R 15 355 and have a good general knowledge and have a good general knowledge
of the common defects and failure of the common defects and failure
Training Evaluation: mechanisms arising with pressure mechanisms arising with steam
The Foundation Week ends with an vessels in-service. generators in-service.
examination aimed to ensure the
candidate has sufficient background
knowledge in welding and NDT to start
work in Competent Person activities
and study further courses leading to
certification.
Course Schedule
FOUNDATION WEEK
HOURS JHB 1 JHB 2 DBN 1 DBN 2 CPT 1
This one week Foundation Course covers an introduction to

the common welding processes, their application and the
defects arising; common non-destructive testing methods, 40 11 - 15 Feb 24 - 28 Jun 04 - 08 Feb 26 - 30 Aug 25 Feb - 01 Mar
their application, advantages and disadvantages.
Examination 1
PRESSURE VESSEL – CORE WEEK
HOURS JHB 1 DBN 1 CPT 1
Pressure vessels (core week): background to legislation;

pressure equipment regulations; codes and standards;
safety procedures and vessel entry; autoclaves; external and
internal inspections (defects arising in service – what to look
40 22 - 26 Jul 25 - 29 Mar 11 -15 Mar
for); failures and repairs, including specific equipment and
service conditions; overpressure protection devices; pressure
testing; report writing; information and discussion forum for
inspection and testing of pressure vessels.
STEAM GENERATORS – CORE WEEK
HOURS JHB 1 DBN 1 CPT 1
Steam Generators: background to legislation; Pressure
Equipment Regulations; codes and standards; types of steam
generators; knowledge of operation; safety prior, during
and after inspections; external and internal inspections;
failures and repairs, including specific equipment and
80 14 - 25 Oct 30 Sept - 11 Oct 22 Jul - 02 Aug
service conditions; water treatments; fire side inspection;
overpressure protection devices; appreciation of NDT
methods; pressure testing; report writing requirements;
information and discussion forum for the inspection and
testing of steam generators.
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PROCESS PLANT
INSPECTION
COURSE INFORMATION
Entry Requirements
Completed Competent Persons Pressure Vessel Core Week (see page 54).
Course Duration
20 days

Non-Member R 42 474
Please Note:
Process Plant Inspection modules are essential modules for persons wishing to
become Competent Persons with unlimited certification or for persons wanting to
obtain the SAIW Inpsection Technology Diploma.
The Process Plant Inspection course is a follow-on course from

the Competent Person Pressure Vessel course.
This course builds on pre- Pressure Vessels. Persons intending to piping systems; ASME B31.3 Process
existing inspection knowledge complete the SAIW inspection diploma Piping; API 576 Inspection of Pressure
should apply for this course, as it is an Relieving Devices.
and is focused on areas of essential module for this diploma.
knowledge which are needed Module 3 API 571: Damage mechanisms
specifically for process plant Module 1 API 510: Pressure Vessel affecting fixed equipment in the refining
equipment. Inspection Code: In-service inspection, industry; API 580 Risk Based Inspection;
rating, repair and alteration; ASME Process Equipment Knowledge; API 572
The course has been specifically VIII: Rules for Construction of Pressure Inspection of Pressure Vessels ; Towers,
designed for the petrochemical industry Vessels Div 1 – Calculations to API 510; Drums, Reactors, Heat Exchangers
to address the inspection requirements ASME IX: Welding, Brazing and Fusing and Condensers – Process Equipment;
on a petrochemical refinery and is Qualifications – Procedure and welder Process Diagrams; Recommended
focused around the best operating qualification; Engineering Drawing and Repair Methods (National Board
standards developed by the American Design. Inspection Code).
Petroleum Institute (API).
Module 2 API 574: Inspection Practices Module 4 API 579: Fitness for service;
On completion of this course, the of Piping System Components; API Advanced NDT; API 653: Tank inspection
candidate may apply for unlimited 570 Piping Inspection Code: In-service repair, alteration and reconstruction;
certification for Competent Persons: inspection, repair, and alteration of Report writing.
Course Schedule
JOHANNESBURG | DURBAN
HOURS JHB 1 DBN 2
MODULE 1 40 07 - 10 Oct 03 - 06 Jun
Examination (approx. 1 x 1 hr) 1 11 Oct 07 Jun
MODULE 2 40 14 - 17 Oct 10 - 13 Jun
Examination (approx. 1 x 1 hr) 1 18 Oct 14 Jun
MODULE 3 40 18 - 21 Nov 08 - 11 Jul
Examination (approx. 1 x 1 hr) 1 22 Nov 12 Jul
MODULE 4 40 25 - 28 Nov 15 - 18 Jul
Examination (approx. 1 x 1 hr) 1 29 Nov 19 Jul

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PAINT INSPECTORS
COURSE INFORMATION
Course Duration
4 days and 1 day examination

Non-Member R 15 355
Course Content:
THEORY: Principles of corrosion, corrosion protection, selection of coating systems,
surface preperation methods and applicable standards, paint constituents,
application methods and applicable standards, paint specifications and
datasheets, measurement and evaulation techniques and processes, site and shop
applications, coating defects and failures, definitions of coating related terms.
PRACTICAL: Assessment of environmental conditions relating to coating

application, perform inspections on newly prepared substrates, evaluate
newly coated surfaces, test various aspects of an established coating
system and identify typical coating damage and failures. These
results and instructions are consequently used to generate
suitable report sheets.
The SAIW Paint Inspectors (PI) course provides candidates

with the basic knowledge regarding surface preparation and
paint application to ensure engineering materials are suitably
protected from environmental decay and/or corrosion, through
the use of protective coatings.
Furthermore, the practical Candidates who are involved in the
content of the course enables surface preparation, paint application
or corrosion protection industries,
the candidate not only to who want to further their career
assess the application process opportunities in the supervisory or
and newly applied protective coating evaluation facets of corrosion
layers, but also to identify protection of engineering materials,
coating damage on established may apply.
installations.
Course Schedule

HOURS JHB 1 JHB 2 JHB 3 JHB 4 DBN 1 CPT 1 CPT 2
28 Oct -
THEORY AND PRACTICAL 32 18 - 22 Feb 15 - 19 Jul 09 - 13 Sept 18 - 22 Nov 04 - 08 Nov 27 - 31 May
01 Nov
Examination: Multiple choice 2 hrs;

7
Narrative 2 hrs; Practical 3 hrs

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WELDING SYMBOLS
COURSE INFORMATION
Welding symbols are used as a pictorial language to convey weld
requirements. The weld symbol conveys to the fabricator the
position of welds, type of joint to be used, the size of the weld
and the amount of weld metal to be deposited.
Welders that work with The course covers the use of the The course covers all types of welds
fabrication drawings must European system for welding symbols including groove welds, fillet welds,
(ISO 2553) as well as the use of the plug and slot welds, spot and projection
be able to interpret welding American system (AWS A2.4). welds, and stud, seam, surfacing, and
symbols to prepare the joint edge welds.
and apply a weld that meets The course will also deal with the
the specifications. Welding difficulties encountered in engineering This course is ideal for all fabrication
inspectors must be able to read design and fabrication workshops personnel including welding
with the use of two different systems. supervisors, quality controllers and
and interpret welding plans.
Concepts covered in the course include welding inspectors. The course is
orthographic views, joint types and weld also ideal for personnel involved
The welding symbol course provides
types, basic joint geometry, key terms, in engineering design as well as
a detailed review of the use of welding
and basic rules of welding symbols draughting and detailing personnel.
symbols in the fabrication environment.
and non-destructive testing symbols.
Course Duration
1 day

Non-Member R 3 389

JHB 1 DBN 1 CPT 1
18 Jun 05 Aug 05 Aug
WELDER QUALIFICATION
COURSE INFORMATION
The welder qualification course is intended to teach students
how to qualify welders according to the AWS D1.1, ASME IX and
ISO 9606 standards.
In this course the student Welders are tested for the purpose
will be taken through each of ensuring they possess the skills to
produce defect-free welds, which in turn
standard in great detail so that ensures that mechanically sound welds
the candidate will be able to are produced when a qualified welding
qualify and manage welders procedure specification is followed. This
appropriately. course is ideal for candidates wishing to
learn how to qualify welders and those
wishing to refresh their knowledge on
welder qualifications.
Course Duration
4 days

19 - 22 AugMember
Corporate R 9 331
Non-Member R 10 088
The Course is ideal for

Candidates wishing to learn how to qualify welders as well as those
wishing to refresh their knowledge on welder qualifications.

JHB 1 JHB 2 DBN 1 CPT 1
21 - 29 Jan 05 - 08 Aug 05 - 08 Aug 19 - 22 Aug

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WELDING PROCEDURE
QUALIFICATION
COURSE INFORMATION
This course is designed to teach the student how to go about
producing welds that conform to design requirements.
This is ensured by following to prepare test pieces, understand
standards that guide the essential variables and the necessary
testing required to conform to the three
candidate on how to produce mentioned standards. This course is
mechanically sound welds. aimed at personnel wishing to learn how
to qualify welding procedures as well as
WPS and PQR qualification to AWS D1.1, those wishing to refresh their knowledge
ASME IX and ISO 15614 will be taught on WPS and PQR qualification.
in detail. The candidate will learn how
Course Duration
4 days

Non-Member R 10 088
The Course is ideal for

This course is aimed at personnel wishing to learn how to qualify
welding procedures as well as those wishing to refresh their
knowledge on WPS and PQR qualification.

28 - 31 Jan 11 -14 Nov 08 -11 Apr 11 -14 Nov
ABOUT ROBOTIC
WELDING
COURSE INFORMATION
The International Robotic Welder training course is designed to
give the candidate the necessary theoretical knowledge on welding
technology by equipping him/her with the skills to manage all
aspects of a robotic welding operation including design of the
welding task, safety and troubleshooting of the welding operation.
The course gives the candidate (ISO 5817); Health and Safety in RW; The training includes a practical module
an understanding of the RW Systems and Programming: which will teach the Welding Operator:
• Axes of RW Systems Welding procedures; Qualification tests
following aspects of Robotic • Control Systems in RW of the RW Operator as per ISO 14732;
Welding (RW). • Structure of Welding Systems Programming of the RW Machine
• Equipment components used us in RW including off-line programming.
Terminology used for RW; The different • RW Programming and Efficient Use.
levels of automation, mechanization • Welding Processes used in RW Course Duration
and RW; The quality assurance, quality • Programming of Robots 10 days
control and inspection applied in RW. • Seam tracking systems and sensors
Productivity and economics of welding; used in RW Pricing (Including VAT)
Non-Destructive Testing of Robotic • Joint Preparation for RW Corporate Member R 27 826
Welds; Technical drawings including • Maintenance of RW Systems Non-Member R 30 082
interpretation and application; Welding
Symbols; Standards for welding defects
JOHANNESBURG
HOURS JHB 1 JHB 2 JHB 3 JHB 4
This course should prove of value to welding personnel who may not have a
80 25 Mar - 05 Apr 24 Jun - 05 Jul 12 - 23 Aug 18 - 29 Nov
sound appreciation of the metallurgical principles of welding.
For those who are not welders they should do a two week inroduction to the Practical Welding Course.
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WELD QUALITY
MANAGEMENT AND
WELDING COORDINATION:
ISO 3834 and ISO 14731
Manufacturing processes such as fusion welding are widely used
to produce many products, and for some companies, these are
the key production features.
Products may range from simple to complex. Examples include pressure vessels, domestic and agricultural equipment, cranes,
bridges, transport vehicles and other items. These processes exert a profound influence on the cost of manufacture and on the
quality of the product. It is therefore important to ensure that these processes are carried out in the most effective way and that
appropriate control is exercised over all aspects of the operation. The ISO 3834 Quality Management System will be consulted to
clearly define all the welding related aspects and how to manage them on a day to day basis.
The course is aimed at assisting those in the Welding Coordination teams to implement and manage ISO 3834 as well as to
familiarise them with their roles as stated in ISO 14731.
Course Duration
1 day
Pricing (Including VAT) R 3 390

The course is aimed at assisting those in the Welding Coordination teams to implement and manage ISO
3834 as well as to familiarise them with their roles as stated in ISO 14731.
29 Mar 16 Aug 24 May 14 Jun
Please note: Courses can be conducted at company premises should there be sufficient interest – i.e.
in excess of six people.
Please contact course administrator on mat.lab@saiw.co.za – 011 298 2104 for further information
MATERIAL TESTING
LABORATORY
SAIW has a material testing laboratory
on site.
This facility is fully equipped to perform mechanical and non destructive testing on
weld samples, either welded in the welding school or during the performance of
welding procedure qualifications in industry. The material testing laboratory supports
the consulting services offered by the SAIW, which include failure analysis, welding
related research and development, welding consumable evaluation, weld procedure
qualification, welder qualification, post weld heat treatment and positive material
identification.
All testing is performed to international standards, with the following testing services
offered:
Service Equipment available

Mechanical testing
Tensile & Bend testing MTS Criterion 64.305 (300 kN)
Charpy V notch Impact testing 450 joule SANS Charpy impact test machine
Vickers hardness testing emcoTEST Durascan 70 (10 grams to 10 Kg load)
Rockwell hardness testing Wilson Rockwell hardness tester
Chemical Testing
Spectrographic analysis Bruker Q2 Ion spectrometer
X-Ray Fluorescence analysis (XRF) & positive material
Bruker S1 Titan XRF analyser
identification
Diffusible hydrogen analysis Bruker G4 Phoenix diffusible hydrogen analyser
Microstructural evaluation and reporting Nikon microscope Eclipse MA-200
All equipment needed for test sample preparation is available in house.
The SAIW material testing laboratory, laboratory number T0693, is accredited by SANAS to comply with ISO 17025.
The SAIW material testing laboratory is managed by a team of qualified and experienced metallurgists.
For more information, please contact administrator on mat.lab@saiw.co.za or on 011 298 2104.

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PRACTICAL WELDER
TRAINING
COURSE INFORMATION
The SAIW assists companies to produce high quality welds and increase productivity through training by highly
skilled instructors. Courses can be developed to suit company or individual requirements at the SAIW Practical
Training School, which can accommodate up to 40 students.
Pricing (Including VAT) R 5 800 per week
Minimum booking for training 5 days
Students are to supply their own personal protective equipment

(safety boots, flame retardent overall)
Welder Competency Test per test piece R 2 623

Different test pieces may be required for each welding process and test position.
Test can be tailored to meet the relevant standard.
Training is based on carbon steel and for any other material prior
arrangements need to be made.
Please contact course administrator on prac.weld@saiw.co.za – 011 298 2119 for further information
The Practical Welder Training course is tailored to the needs

of the candidate. The training will be geared to meet the needs
of the candidate welder, whether the candidate is a beginner
welder or a skilled welder, who just needs to improve his/her
technique in a particular area.
Practical welder training can Training can be provided for practical Training can be undertaken for welding
be booked in blocks of a week welding with the following welding in all positions. At the end of the
processes: training period, a welder qualification in
to address the particular areas SMAW / MMA – Stick welding accordance with any of the fabrication
where the student requires GMAW / MIG / MAG – CO2 welding standards (e.g. ASME IX, AWS D1.1, ISO
training. GTAW / TIG welding – Argon welding 9606) can be undertaken and issued on a
FCAW – Flux cored welding successful result.
SAW – Submerged arc welding
Course Schedule
MAIN PROCESS
SMAW: Shielded Metal Arc Welding GMAW: Gas Metal Arc Welding GTAW: Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
FCAW: Flux Cored Arc Welding
MMA: Manual Metal Arc Welding MIG/MAG: Inert or Active Gas Welding TIG: Tungsten Inert Gas Welding
R 5 800 per week R 5 800 per week R 5 800 per week R 5 800 per week
MAIN PROCESS
FILLET WELDER PLATE WELDER PIPE WELDER

1F 2F 3F 4F 5F 1G 2G 3G 4G 1G 2G 5G 6G
Special materials
Welding of castings, Welding of alloy Add 30% to price list for training using choice of type, grade of material and
steels, Oxy-fuel welding and brazing, Aluminium or Stainless Steel suppplied dimensions.
Oxy-fuel cutting, Stove pipe welding. by SAIW or student to supply own
R 5 800 per week (For Castings material. Courses run weekly Monday – Friday.
and Special Alloys Material and To confirm booking full payment is
Consumables are to be supplied by Please inform us 10 days prior to required.
candidate attending. commencement of training your

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IIW INTERNATIONAL
WELDER
COURSE INFORMATION
South Africa is in need of high quality welding skills.
The International Institute of Training times for practical welding vary Plate & Pipe) as detailed opposite. No
Welding (IIW) has developed a from person to person; therefore the practical training is necessary if the
training times detailed on page 57 are welder is competent to achieve the
training programme for welders based on previous training experience. required quality standard as detailed in
where the IIW seeks to achieve It is possible to finish the required international standards (ISO 9606) for all
harmonisation in the training, modules in a shorter period of time the required qualification tests. Once an
examination and qualification whilst some individuals may require assessment has been undertaken on the
testing of welders globally. additional training time compared to welders skill level, an individual training
that indicated in the table on page 69. programme can be specified which will
The training and assessment is linked be quoted individually.
to the requirements of ISO 9606, which Obtaining qualification for
provides a scheme for qualification experienced welders Outcomes of training
testing of welders. Internationally, and
specifically in South Africa, industry Experienced welders may enter the Upon completion of the course, trainees
requires welders with more skill for the programme at any level. In order to will be able to demonstrate the required
sake of flexibility in production. obtain the qualification, the relevant level of skill in accordance with ISO9606
theory training and examination will or similar standard (ASME IX) and pass
The International Welder programme need to be completed along with all the the required theoretical examination.
provides a combination of relevant qualification (including lower Candidates will be able to produce basic
comprehensive theoretical knowledge levels, ie Module A & B) tests pertaining Fillet, Plate and Pipe Welds with the
and high practical skills assessed by to the qualification required. Example: chosen welding process depending on
tests of increasing difficulty including If a welder requires the International the level of qualification and have a basic
ISO 9606 qualification tests and Pipe Welder qualification (all positions) understanding of the theory of welding.
by theoretical examinations. The for TIG welding, the theory modules The graduating welder will be awarded
programme is presented at three and examinations (A, B, C & ST – 9 with an IIW Diploma plus a Welder
different levels - fillet, plate and pipe days) would need to be completed Performance Qualification (WPQ) as per
welder. and the 5 qualification tests (Fillet, International Standards.
Please contact course administrator on prac.weld@saiw.co.za – 011 298 2119 for further information
Course Access
Appropriate health as well as physical and mental capability is required to enter at Fillet Welder level. Access to higher levels is
allowed upon passing of relevant theoretical examinations and demonstration of required practical skill. The International Welder
programme consists of theoretical as well as practical modules.
Pricing Theory Modules:

Core Module: (Training and Examination)
R 55 485 including VAT. - The core modules includes 12 weeks of training which is
inclusive of the 2 weeks theory module. Additional blocks of 12 weeks training can be Theory modules may be taken
booked at the above price to complete the International Welder training programme independently or all modules
as required. undertaken collectively:
Fillet Welder Core Module – Module A

Additional weeks:
R 5 045 including VAT each
R 5 045 including VAT per additional week. - Individual training weeks can be Plate Welder Core Module – Module B
purchased at the above rate as required in order to complete a further qualification R 5 045 including VAT each
after the core module has been completed, qualification tests undertaken during Pipe Welder Core Module – Module C
training periods are inclusive. R 1 800 including VAT each
Process Specific Modules - Module SA, ST, SM
Course Schedule Material Specific Modules – Module PSS, PAL
JOHANNESBURG
All modules undertaken collectively
JHB 1 JHB 2 JHB 3 (2 weeks training) R 15 600 including VAT
Qualification Tests Only:
Week 1 18 - 22 Feb 15 - 19 Jul 14 - 18 Oct R 2 630 each including VAT
Week 2 25 Feb - 01 Mar 22 - 26 Jul 21 - 25 Oct
SMAW (MMA) GTAW (TIG) GMAW (MAG) & FCAW

Welding Process
Stick Welding Argon Welding CO2 & Flux Core Welding
Theory Module Practical Module – Qualification Tests Practical Module Qualification Tests Practical Module – Qualification Tests
– All Processes Training Period – ISO 9606 – Training Period – ISO 9606 Training Period – ISO 9606
12 weeks practical 12 weeks practical 12 weeks practical
International Fillet Welder Module A - 4 days 2 test pieces 2 test pieces 4 test pieces
incl theory module incl theory module incl theory module
International Plate Welder Module B - 3 days 10 weeks 2 test pieces 8 weeks 2 test pieces 8 weeks 4 test pieces
International Pipe Welder Module C - 1 day 6 weeks 2 test pieces 4 weeks 1 test pieces On request 2 test pieces
Process Specific Theory Module Module SA - 1 day Module ST - 1 day Module SM - 1 day
Estimated Cost R 120 000 R 109 960 R 95 350
Additional Material Specific Theory

Stainless Steel – Module PSS: 1 day | Aluminium – Module PAL: 1 day | (* Modules presented on special request only)
Modules
Should a student welder undertake multiple modules, experience has shown that the student will progress quicker through the
modules compared to the estimated periods detailed above. For a welder with limited skill, it is recommended that the training
programme is started with SMAW using carbon steel. Alternative materials can be added once the welding process and position
technique have been mastered. The different training work pieces are designed to improve the welders skills in different welding
configurations in all welding positions progressing to more difficult welding tasks.
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RE-WRITE
EXAMINATIONS
– Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town
Please note that the re-write examination schedule could be
revised in line with the training schedule - please refer to the
SAIW website for the latest version as well as related information.
Prices of re-write examinations:
Welding Quality Control R1 100 All other re-writes R1 818
Multi Choice re-write R460 Process Plant R1 100
DURBAN
Online rewrite booking process shall be available from 2019
Welding Quality Control Senior Welding
All other courses
& IWIP-B, S, C Inspector
JOHANNESBURG
RW 1 28 - 29 Jan 30 - 31 Jan 31 Jan
Welding Quality Senior Welding
All other courses
Control & IWIP-B, S, C Inspector RW 2 25 - 26 Feb 27 - 28 Feb 28 Feb
RW 1 25 - 26 Feb 27 - 28 Feb 01 Mar RW 3 18 - 19 Mar 20 - 22 Mar 22 Mar
RW 2 25 - 26 Mar 27 - 28 Mar 29 Mar RW 4 23 - 24 April 25 - 26 April 26 April
RW 3 27 - 28 May 29 - 30 May 31 May RW 5 27 - 28 May 29 - 30 May 30 May
RW 4 24 - 25 Jun 26 - 27 Jun 28 Jun RW 6 18 - 19 Jun 20 - 21 Jun 21 Jun
RW 5 22 - 23 Jul 24 - 25 Jul 26 Jul RW 7 22 - 23 Jul 24 - 25 Jul 25 Jul
RW 6 26 - 27 Aug 28 - 29 Aug 30 Aug RW 8 05 - 06 Aug 07 - 08 Aug 08 Aug
RW 7 30 Sept - 01 Oct 02 - 03 Oct 04 Oct RW 9 23 - 25 Sept 26 - 27 Sept 27 Sept
RW 8 28 - 29 Oct 30 - 31 Oct 01 Nov RW 10 28 - 29 Oct 30 - 31 Oct 31 Oct
RW 9 25 - 26 Nov 27 - 28 Nov 29 Nov RW 11 02 - 03 Dec 04 - 05 Dec 05 Dec
CAPE TOWN
All courses will be written on these dates.
RW 1 RW 2 RW 3 RW 4 RW 5 RW 6 RW 7 RW 8 RW 9 RW 10 RW 11
24 - 25 Jan 21 - 22 Feb 14 - 15 Mar 15 - 16 Apr 16 - 17 May 18 - 19 Jun 18 - 19 Jul 15 - 16 Aug 19 - 20 Sep 17 - 18 Oct 04 - 05 Nov
Please contact course administrator on
weldrewrite@saiw.co.za or
011 298 2111
for further information
Cancellation of Re-write Exam:
1. The SAIW reserves the right to cancel

the holding of a re-write exam at short
notice, should student numbers not
meet our minimum requirements.
Candidates shall be informed of
the cancellation two weeks prior
to the re-write exam date and
arrangements will be made to book
the candidate on the next available
re-write exam. Should the student
/ applicant decide the alternative
arrangement is unsuitable, the full
re-write exam fee will be reimbursed
in these circumstances. Personal
costs relating to accommodation and
travelling cannot be claimed.
2. If the re-write exam booking is

cancelled by the applicant less than 15
(fifteen) days prior to the re-write exam
date, then the cancellation charge will
be equal to the full re-write exam cost
and no refund is applicable.
3. If the re-write exam booking is cancelled

by the applicant 15 (fifteen) days or
more prior to the re-write exam date, a
cancellation charge of 4% (plus VAT) of
the re-write exam fee will be charged
by the SAIW as an administration fee
and the balance of the fee refunded to
the applicant. In these circumstances
only the balance of the re-write exam
fee will be reimbursed and no personal
costs relating to accommodation
and travelling may be claimed by the
applicant.
ABOUT
NON DESTRUCTIVE
TESTING (NDT)
Non Destructive Testing (NDT) refers to the testing
of material and components without inhibiting its
further usefulness. Applied scientific principles
such as electromagnetic induction, magnetism,
capillary action, mechanical vibration,
electromagnetic waves, etc. are utilised to
identify and characterise discontinuities
within tested samples or areas of
interest.
Please contact course administrator on ndt@saiw.co.za – 011 298 2106 for further information
Training for Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) is provided by the

SAIW in compliance with ISO/TR 25108 in accordance with the
syllabus provided in ISO/TR 25107 (ASNT CP 105 as well as IAEA
Tecdoc 628 are also incorporated) and recognised by an ISO 17024
accredited Personnel Certification Body (PCB) under the scope of
ISO 9712, i.e. SAIW Certification PCB, which operates the SAQCC-
NDT Scheme.
The SAQCC-NDT scheme is Training, Qualification and Certification is to be used; b) define the limitations
the very first NDT qualification subdivided into three levels as stipulated of application of the testing method;
by ISO 9712:2012. c) translate NDT codes, standards,
and certification scheme specifications, and procedures into
developed ‘in Africa by Africans • An individual certified to Level 1 NDT instructions adapted to the
for Africans’ that is registered has demonstrated competence to actual working conditions; d) set up
under the ICNDT MRA Schedule carry out NDT according to written and verify equipment settings; e)
to via the SAIW Certification instructions and under the supervision perform and supervise tests; f) provide
of Level 2 or Level 3 personnel. Level guidance for personnel at or below
(PCB).
1 personnel may be authorized to Level 2; g) report the results of NDT.
perform the following in accordance
Training is sector specific and can be
with NDT instructions: a) set up NDT • Level 3 personnel may be authorized
subdivided into the following main
equipment; b) perform the tests; c) to perform certain tasks which
sections:
record and classify the results of the include: a) assume full responsibility
tests according to written criteria; d) for a test facility or examination centre
Terminology and history; Physical
report the results. and staff; b) interpret standards,
principles; Product technology and
codes, specifications, and procedures;
method capabilities, Equipment;
• Level 2 personnel may be authorized c) carry out and supervise all tasks at
Testing information; Testing process;
by the employer to perform certain all levels; f) provide guidance for NDT
Interpretation / evaluation and reporting;
tasks which include: a) select the personnel at all levels.
Assessment quality aspects and
NDT technique for the testing method
Developments

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NDT
BOOKING PROCEDURES
• Please ensure that you comply with the course access conditions prior to enrolling for the course.
• Refer to the access conditions indicated on the NDT Access Conditions Table.
• Further information is available on the SAIW website : www.saiw.co.za
• Full payment is to be made prior to the commencement of the course and exam.
• All prices indicate the combined total for both the training and initial qualification examination costs.
• All prices quoted include VAT.
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required for course enrolment: 2.1 For NDT Courses, you would require costs relating to accommodation and
1.1 “Course Enrolment Application 4 Coloured ID photo’s taken within travelling cannot be claimed
Form” – completed in full the previous 6 months 3.2 If the course booking is cancelled
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qualifications (School, college, book, erasure and highlighter and then the cancellation charge will be
University, etc.) and / or, pass mark scientific calculator equal to the full course cost and no
in Proficiency Test 2.4 Copy of the booking confirmation refund is applicable
1.4 Company letter stating delegate’s letter 3.3 If the course booking is cancelled by
current employment status (if 2.5 A 100% attendance of the course is the applicant 30 (thirty) days or more
applicable) a prerequisite for the qualification prior to the training start date, a
1.5 Legible copy of ID or Passport examination cancellation charge of 4% (plus VAT)
1.6 When doing any Level II or Level of the course fees will be charged
III course, confirmation of the 3. Cancellation of Training: by the SAIW as an administration
preceding Level qualification 3.1 The SAIW reserves the right to fee and the balance of the fees
(training record and examination cancel the holding of a course refunded to the applicant. In these
result letter) is required at short notice, should student circumstances only the balance of
numbers not meet our minimum the course fees will be reimbursed
Please note that: course requirements. Candidates and no personal costs relating to
Once we have received all correct shall be informed of the cancellation accommodation and travelling may
documents and payment has been two weeks prior to the training start be claimed by the applicant
confirmed, you will receive, via email, date and arrangements will be made
a “Booking Confirmation Notice” This to book the candidate on the next 4. Dress Code:
booking confirmation notice will include available course. Should the student 4.1 NDT: Wear long pants, shirt and
the date of the NDT course, venue and / applicant decide the alternative safety boots. Also consider suitable
full address arrangement is unsuitable, the full protective clothing such as overalls
course fees will be reimbursed in for the practical sessions
TRAINING: NDT
– ACCESS CONDITIONS
Direct access to the course shall be granted if the candidate has passed both mathematics and science at Grade 10 (Proof of Grade 10
Level 1 : MT, VT, PT
– or equivalent such as N1; certificate is required).
Please note that RT Safety is mandatory for access to an RT 1 course and no RT 1 certificate shall be issued unless a RT Safety certificate in
accordance with DOH and issued by SAINT Professional Body can be shown.
Direct access to the course shall be granted if the candidate has passed both mathematics and science at Grade 12 (Proof of Grade 12
– or equivalent such as N3 certificate is required).
Alternatively, the candidate shall be required to pass a Proficiency Exam for surface methods, prior to being eligible to sit the applicable
Level 1 : UT, RT, ECT NDT course.
Please note that the Proficiency test is free of charge and only assesses the basic skills relating to mathematics, science, comprehension
and communication capabilities required within the applicable NDT method. The pass mark for the Proficiency test is 70%. Please contact
Harold Jansen (harold.jansen@saiw.co.za) to ascertain availability and to make a booking. Proficiency tests are performed on Thursdays
between 8:00 and 11:00. In the case of candidates not being able to attend the Proficiency test due to transport problems, arrangements
can be made to have the test e-mailed to a suitable invigilator and returned via email once completed.
Candidate shall be qualified i.e. have received training in accordance with ISO9712: 2012 requirements and have passed the Level 1
qualification examinations (certified is preferred) as a Level 1 NDT Technician in the applicable method and sector.
Access to advanced / derived techniques requires a valid Level 2 certificate in the relevant method.
Level 2 - All Methods Direct Access to Level 2:

Candidate shall have passed both mathematics and science at Grade 12 level (Equivalent to N3 - Proof of Grade 12 certificate is required)
and have applicable tertiary qualification(s) and / or relevant NDT experience. Combination of Level 1 and Level 2 Training hours in
accordance with an approved syllabus and training programme as per SAQCC - NDT requirements and based on Certification body
approval. The Level 1 qualification examinations shall also have been successfully passed.
Candidate shall be qualified i.e. received training in accordance with ISO9712: 2012 requirements and have passed the Level 2 qualification
examinations (certified is preferred) as a Level 2 NDT Technician in the applicable method and sector, appropriate tertiary qualifications
(relevant to the NDT method - chemistry, mathematics or physics; and / or to the product or industry sector - chemistry, metallurgy,
engineering etc.) are advantageous.
All candidates for Level 3 Certification in any NDT method shall have successfully completed the Level 2 Practical exam. (If not certified as
Level 2, the practical examination shall have been passed within 1 year from date of writing the Level 3 main method examination).
Level 3 - All Methods
Valid Level 2 Certificate in the applicable method and sector is mandatory when equipment operation or accepting tested components are
required.
Direct Access to Level 3:

Combination of Level 1, 2 and 3 Training hours in accordance with an approved syllabus and training program as per ISO 9712 : 2012
and SAQCC NDT requirements and based on Certification body verification. The Level 2 qualification examinations shall also have been
successfully passed. No reduction in requirements for industrial experience. Suitable tertiary qualifications (relevant to the NDT method -
chemistry, mathematics or physics; and / or to the product or industry sector - chemistry, metallurgy, engineering etc.) are mandatory.
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EDDY CURRENT
TESTING
COURSE INFORMATION
Eddy current testing (ECT) is an electromagnetic testing
method in which electromagnetic induction is utilised to
detect any discontinuities. The basic requirement for
eddy current testing therefore is that the material
being tested or in the case of paint thickness
measurement the substrate, should be
electrically conductive. Eddy current testing
can be regarded as both a surface as well
as subsurface testing method since
the depth to which the inspection
can effectively be performed
depends on the frequency of
the excitation current, the
electrical conductivity
as well as magnetic
properties of the
material being
tested.
If this sounds like a mouthful, The presence of magnetic saturation weak magnetic alloys, shielding or focussing nature of
then we invite you to dust off your the probe as well as the display capabilities extends the technique description. The training
course is based on general theory as well as sector specific applications relating, but not
high school knowledge regarding limited to, the following standards and specifications:
electrical transformers and
attend an ECT course. • ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code - Section V - Subsection A - Article 1 & 8
• ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code - Section V - Subsection B - Article 26
The techniques utilised in eddy current • ISO 15549 ECT – General principles
testing depends on the sample being • ISO 15548 Part 1 ECT – Instrument Characteristics and verification
tested, i.e. whether it is a surface, tube, • ISO 15548 Part 2 ECT – Probe Characteristics and verification
bar or other more complex shapes since • ISO 15548 Part 3 ECT – System Characteristics and verification
it dictates the type of probe to be used. • ISO 17643 ECT – Welds
Furthermore, the number of frequencies • ISO 2360 ECT - Non-Conductive coatings – Amplitude sensitive equipment
and the inspection mode(s) such as • ISO 21968 ECT - Non-Conductive coatings – Phase sensitive equipment
absolute or differential determines • ISO 12718 ECT - Vocabulary
the multi- frequency and / or mode
technique description.
NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING | EDDY CURRENT TESTING

Prices (Inclusive of VAT)
Duration
Product Duration Training &
NDT Method Industrial Training
Sector / Initial Course & Initial Exam Dates
and Level Sector & Initial Initial
Category 1 day Examination
Examination Certification
= 8 hours Non Mem-
Members
bers
Course Code ECT 1.1 - JHB 01 ECT 1.2 - JHB 01 ECT 1.1 - JHB 02 ECT 1.2 - JHB 02
ECT 1.1: Training ECT 1.1 ECT 1.1 ECT 1.1 Training 04 - 07 Mar 25 - 28 Mar 13 - 16 May 10 - 13 Jun
Eddy
Surface (s) 4 days R 15 147 R 14 010 R 2 436
Current Pre- and Exam 8 Mar 29 Mar 17 May 14 Jun
Testing in-service Course Code ECT 1.1 - CPT 01 ECT 1.2 - CPT 02 ECT 1.1 - CPT 03 ECT 1.2 - CPT 04 ECT 1.1 - CPT 05
ECT 1.2: Exam ECT 1.2 ECT 1.2 ECT 1.1
Level 1
Tubes (t) 1 day R 15 147 R 14 010 R 2 436 Training 04 - 07 Feb 21 -24 Jan 06 -11 Apr 09 -11 May 29 July - 01 Aug
Exam 08 Feb 25 Jan 12 Apr 12 May 02 Aug
ECT 2.1 ECT 2.1 ECT 2.1 Course Code ECT 2.1 - JHB 01 ECT 2.2 - JHB 01 ECT 2.2 - CPT 01 ECT 2.1 - CPT 02 ECT 2.2 - CPT 02
ECT 2.1: Training
Eddy Training 06 - 09 May 01 - 04 July 08 - 11 Apr 30 Sept - 03 Oct 03 - 06 Dec
Surface (s) 4 days R 15 147 R 14 010 R 2 436
Current Pre- and
Testing in-service
ECT 2.2: Exam ECT 2.2 ECT 2.2 ECT 2.1 Exam 10 May 05 July 12 Apr 04 Oct 07 Dec
Level 2
Tubes (t) 1 day R 15 147 R 14 010 R 2 436
PLEASE NOTE: ADVANCED OPTION: ECT 2.5 - DIGITAL APPLICATIONS AND SIGNAL ANALYSIS ARE AVAILABLE ON REQUEST AND SUBJECT TO DEMAND.

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MAGNETIC PARTICLE
TESTING
COURSE INFORMATION
Magnetic Testing (MT) refers to a surface and very limited
subsurface Non-Destructive Testing method that relies
on the magnetic nature of the relevant material
being tested, to reveal any discontinuities on the
surface or major longitudinal indications just
below the surface. The material should
therefore allow for magnetic fields to be
generated inside or pass through the
material, hence the requirement
for material is that it should
be ferromagnetic which
means that the material
should have a magnetic
permeability much
greater than 1.
If you are interested in In addition the technique description should also refer to the type of magnetic
magnetism and would like to particles used to make indications visible.
find out how magnetic fields are The training course is based on general theory as well as sector specific applications
used to detect discontinuities relating, but not limited to, the following standards and specifications:
in ferromagnetic material then
Magnetic Testing is the place to • ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code - Section V - Subsection A - Article 1 & 7
start your career in NDT. • ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code - Section V - Subsection B - Article 25
• ISO 9934 Parts 1 MT – General Principals
• ISO 9934 Parts 2 MT – Detection media
Inspection techniques depend on the
• ISO 9934 Parts 3 MT – Equipment
type of current being used to magnetise
• ISO 12707 MT - Vocabulary
the material, whether the excitation
• ISO 17638 MT – Welds
current is maintained during the
• ISO 4986 MT – Castings
application of magnetic particles or not
• ISO 23278 MT – Acceptance Levels
as well as nature of the magnetic field
generated i.e. linear or circular.
MAGNETIC TESTING - SAQCC NDT SCHEME (ISO 9712) | NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING - SURFACE METHODS
Duration
= 8 hours Non Mem-
Members
bers
Course Code MT 1 A - JHB 01 MT 1 A - JHB 02 MT 1 A - JHB 03 MT 1 A - JHB 04 MT 1 A - JHB 05
Training 14 - 17 Jan 04 - 07 Feb 25 - 28 Feb 06 - 09 May 27 - 30 May
Exam 18 Jan 08 Feb 01 Mar 10 May 31 May
MT 1.1
Forging (f) Course Code MT 1 A - JHB 06 MT 1 A - JHB 07 MT 1 A - JHB 08 MT 1 A - JHB 09 MT 1 A - JHB 10
Training Training 24 - 27 Jun 15 - 18 Jul 12 - 15 Aug 02 - 05 Sept 30 Sep - 03 Oct
Magnetic MT 1.2 4 days Exam 28 Jun 19 Jul 16 Aug 06 Sept 04 Oct
Pre- and
Testing Castings R 15 147 R 14 010 R 2 436
in-service Course Code MT 1 A - JHB 11 MT 1 A - JHB 12 MT 1 A - DBN 01 MT 1 A - DBN 02 MT 1 A - DBN 03
Level 1 (c) Exam
1 day Training 28 - 31 Oct 25 - 28 Nov 21 - 24 Jan 03 - 06 Jun 02 - 05 Sep
MT 1.3 Exam 01 Nov 29 Nov 25 Jan 07 Jun 06 Sep
Welds (w)
Course Code MT 1 A - CPT 01 MT 1 A - CPT 02 MT 1 A - CPT 03 MT 1 A - SASOL A MT 1 A - SASOL B
Training 14 - 17 Jan 27 - 30 May 04 - 07 Nov 25 - 28 Mar 01 - 04 Apr
Exam 18 Jan 31 May 08 Nov 29 Mar 05 Apr
Course Code MT 2 A - JHB 01 MT 2 A - JHB 02 MT 2 A - JHB 03 MT 2 A - JHB 04 MT 2 A - JHB 05
MT 2.1 Training 11 - 14 Feb 11 - 14 Mar 08 - 11 Apr 03 - 06 Jun 22 - 25 Jul
Forging (f)
Exam 15 Feb 15 Mar 12 Apr 07 Jun 26 Jul
Training
Magnetic MT 2.2 4 days Course Code MT 2 A - JHB 06 MT 2 A - JHB 07 MT 2 A - JHB 08 MT 2 A - JHB 09 MT 2 A - DBN 01
Pre- and
Testing Castings R 15 147 R 14 010 R 2 436 Training 19 - 22 Aug 14 - 17 Oct 11 - 14 Nov 02 - 05 Dec 01 - 04 Jul
in-service
Level 2 (c) Exam Exam 23 Aug 18 Oct 15 Nov 06 Dec 05 Jul
1 day
Course Code MT 2 A - CPT 01 MT 2 A - SASOL A MT 2 A - SASOL B
MT 2.3
Welds (w) Training 11 - 14 Mar 09 - 12 Sep 16 - 19 Sep
Exam 15 Mar 13 Sep 20 Sep

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PENETRANT TESTING
COURSE INFORMATION
Penetrant or liquid penetrant testing (PT) refers to a surface
type non-destructive testing method that allows a liquid
(containing dye to increase visibility) to fill an empty
void, which is open to the surface, due to the capillary
action of the liquid. Once the excess penetrant is
removed from the surface a developer is applied
to the surface which allows the penetrant to
be absorbed into a contrasting medium
(normally white powder) revealing the
presence of a discontinuity. Penetrant
testing can effectively be applied
to any type of material, as long
as the discontinuity sought, is
open to the surface.
If you enjoyed chemistry at temperature has an effect on the liquid properties such as viscosity and evaporation
school and your interest in special techniques are applicable at excessively high and low temperatures.
liquids exceeds that of swimming The training course is based on general theory as well as sector specific applications
and the occasional beer, then we relating, but not limited to, the following standards and specifications:
invite you to start your career in
one of the most basic yet useful • ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code - Section V - Subsection A - Article 1 & 6
NDT methods around. • ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code - Section V - Subsection B - Article 24
• ISO 3452 Parts 1 PT – General Principals
• ISO 3452 Parts 2 PT – Testing of penetrant materials
Inspection techniques depend on
• ISO 3452 Parts 3 PT – Reference test blocks
whether the dye used is under normal
• ISO 3452 Parts 4 PT – Equipment
light or backlight conditions (or both),
• ISO 3452 Parts 5 PT – Testing at temperatures > 50 °C
the type of penetrant, excess penetrant
• ISO 3452 Parts 6 PT – Testing at temperatures < 10 °C
removal process as well as developer
• ISO 12706 PT – Vocabulary
used during testing. Furthermore, since
• ISO 23277 PT – Acceptance Levels
PENETRANT TESTING - SAQCC NDT SCHEME (ISO 9712) | NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING - SURFACE METHODS
Duration
= 8 hours Non Mem-
Members
bers
Course Code PT 1 A - JHB 01 PT 1 A - JHB 02 PT 1 A - JHB 03 PT 1 A - JHB 04 PT 1 A - JHB 05
Training 14 - 17 Jan 04 - 07 Feb 25 - 28 Feb 06 - 09 May 27 - 30 May
Exam 18 Jan 08 Feb 01 Mar 10 May 31 May
PT 1.1
Forging (f) Course Code PT 1 A - JHB 06 PT 1 A - JHB 07 PT 1 A - JHB 08 PT 1 A - JHB 09 PT 1 A - JHB 10
Training Training 24 - 27 Jun 15 - 18 Jul 12 - 15 Aug 02 - 05 Sept 30 Sept - 03 Oct
Penetrant PT 1.2 4 days Exam 28 Jun 19 Jul 16 Aug 06 Sept 04 Oct
Pre- and
in-service Course Code PT 1 A - JHB 11 PT 1 A - JHB 12 PT 1 A - DBN 01 PT 1 A - DBN 02 PT 1 A - DBN 03
Level 1 (c) Exam
1 day Training 28 - 31 Oct 25 - 28 Nov 28 - 31 Jan 10 - 13 Jun 26 - 29 Aug
PT 1.3 Exam 01 Nov 29 Nov 01 Feb 14 Jun 30 Aug
Welds (w)
Course Code PT 1 A - CPT 01 PT 1 A - CPT 02 PT 1 A - CPT 03 PT 1 A - SASOL A PT 1 A - SASOL B
Training 21 - 24 Jan 03 - 06 Jun 11 - 14 Nov 01 - 04 Apr 25 - 28 Mar
Exam 25 Jan 07 Jun 15 Nov 05 Apr 29 Mar
Course Code PT 2 A - JHB 01 PT 2 A - JHB 02 PT 2 A - JHB 03 PT 2 A - JHB 04 PT 2 A - JHB 05
PT 2.1 Training 11- 14 Feb 11 - 14 Mar 08 - 11 Apr 03 - 06 Jun 22 - 25 Jul
Forging (f)
Exam 15 Feb 15 Mar 12 Apr 07 Jun 26 Jul
Training
Penetrant PT 2.2 4 days Course Code PT 2 A - JHB 06 PT 2 A - JHB 07 PT 2 A - JHB 08 PT 2 A - JHB 09 PT 2 A - DBN 01
Pre- and
Testing Castings R 15 147 R 14 010 R 2 436 Training 19 - 22 Aug 14 - 17 Oct 11- 14 Nov 02 - 05 Dec 06 - 09 May
in-service
Level 2 (c) Exam Exam 23 Aug 18 Oct 15 Nov 06 Dec 10 May
1 day
Course Code PT 2 A - DBN 02 PT 2 A - CPT 01 PT 2 A - CPT 02 PT 2 A - SASOL A PT 2 A - SASOL B
PT 2.3
Welds (w) Training 07 - 10 Oct 25 - 28 Mar 19 - 22 Aug 16 - 19 Sept 09 - 12 Sept
Exam 11 Oct 29 Mar 23 Aug 20 Sept 12 Sept

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VISUAL TESTING
COURSE INFORMATION
Visual testing is the most simple and commonly used NDT
methods utilised today. Visual testing is very often the first
inspection that is performed on any component or in
any environment since you have to observe what you
need to inspect and the inspection area. Visual
testing is very much a surface inspection method.
Visible light (within the 390 – 700nm range
of the electromagnetic spectrum) and the
interaction of it with a solid surface are
used to detect indications that are
open to the surface and that is not
masked by any foreign material
or debris. So effectively, what
you can see is what you can
detect.
If you enjoyed working with The visual testing method can be divided into three main techniques depending on
lenses and mirrors in high the access to the surface. The techniques are direct, indirect and translucent and
depend on the type of material to be tested.
school and if lasers fascinates
you, then you are invited to The training course is based on general theory as well as sector specific applications
attend a course in the most relating, but not limited to, the following standards and specifications:
basic of all NDT methods
and challenge you to become • ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code - Section V - Subsection A - Article 1 & 9
• ISO 3058 VT – Low power magnifiers
the next ‘Sherlock Holmes’
• ISO 8785 VT – Geometrical product specifications
– certainly the most famous • ISO 13385 Part 1 VT - Geometrical product specifications : Callipers
‘visual testing specialist’ • ISO 13385 Part 2 VT - Geometrical product specifications : Calliper depth gauges
of all times. • ISO 11971 VT – Castings
• ISO 17637 VT – Welds
VISUAL TESTING - SAQCC NDT SCHEME (ISO 9712) | NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING - SURFACE METHODS
Duration
= 8 hours Non Mem-
Members
bers
Course Code VT 1 A - JHB 01 VT 1 A - JHB 02 VT 1 A - JHB 03 VT 1 A - JHB 04 VT 1 A - JHB 05
Training 21 - 24 Jan 04 - 07 Mar 13 - 16 May 10 - 13 Jun 01 - 04 Jul
Exam 25 Jan 08 Mar 17 May 14 Jun 05 Jul
VT 1.1 Course Code VT 1 A - JHB 06 VT 1 A - JHB 07 VT 1 A - JHB 08 VT 1 A - JHB 09 VT 1 A - DBN 01

Forging (f)
Training 29 Jul - 01 Aug 16 - 19 Sep 07 - 10 Oct 04 - 07 Nov 25 - 28 Feb
Training
Visual VT 1.2 4 days Exam 02 Aug 20 Sep 11 Oct 08 Nov 01 Mar
Pre- and
in-service Course Code VT 1 A - DBN 02 VT 1 A - DBN 03 VT 1 A - DBN 04 VT 1 A - CPT 01 VT 1 A - CPT 02
Level 1 (c) Exam
1 day
Training 27 - 30 May 30 Sept - 03 Oct 11 Nov - 14 Nov 28 - 31 Jan 06 - 09 May
VT 1.3
Welds (w) Exam 31 May 04 Oct 15 Nov 01 Feb 10 May
Course Code VT 1 A - CPT 03 VT 1 A - CPT 04 VT 1 A - SASOL A VT 1 A - SASOL B
Training 29 Jul - 01 Aug 14 - 17 Oct 08 - 11 Apr 15 - 18 Apr
Exam 02 Aug 18 Oct 12 Apr 19 Apr
VT 2.1 Course Code VT 2 A - JHB 01 VT 2 A - JHB 02 VT 2 A - JHB 03 VT 2 A - JHB 04 VT 2 A - JHB 05

Forging (f)
Training 28 - 31 Jan 11 - 14 Mar 20 - 23 May 24 - 27 Jun 26 - 29 Aug
Training
Visual VT 2.2 4 days Exam 01 Feb 15 Mar 24 May 28 Jun 30 Aug
Pre- and
in-service Course Code VT 2 A - JHB 06 VT 2 A - DBN 01 VT 2 A - DBN 02 VT 2 A - CPT 01 VT 2 A - CPT 02
Level 2 (c) Exam
1 day
Training 14 - 17 Oct 20 - 25 Jul 18 - 21 Nov 01 - 04 Apr 10 - 13 Jun
VT 2.3
Welds (w) Exam 18 Oct 26 Jul 22 Nov 05 Apr 14 Jun

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RADIOGRAPHIC TESTING
COURSE INFORMATION
Radiographic testing (RT) makes use of electromagnetic waves
within the 0.01 to 10 nanometre (X-rays) or the < 0.01 nanometre
(Gamma-rays) spectrum. At these ranges, the electromagnetic
wave can effectively pass through a solid material, and an image
can be created, either on film or electronic detection sensors, of
what the internal structure of the material might be.
Therefor radiographic testing character, then this is the right NDT method for you. However, please keep in
is a volumetric testing method mind you must have a sound knowledge exponents and logarithms. Radiographic
techniques depend on the type of wave used, the exposure configuration and the
effective for finding any image formation.
discontinuities that exceeds
a 2% cross-sectional void or The training course is based on general theory as well as sector specific applications
material change in relation to relating, but not limited to, the following standards and specifications:
the actual beam orientation.
• ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code - Section V - Subsection A - Article 1 & 2
The energy levels of these very short • ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code - Section V - Subsection B - Article 22
waves exceed 100eV and put the • ISO 10675 Part 1 & 2 RT - Acceptance levels
operator at risk of harmful ionisation • ISO 17636-1 RT - X and gamma ray techniques
radiation which cannot be seen, heard, • ISO 19232 Parts 1 to 5 RT – Image quality of radiographs
felt, tasted or smelled. Radiation safety • ISO 11699 Parts 1 & 2 RT – Industrial radiographic films
training is there for essential in order • ISO 5580 RT – Metallic materials using X- or gamma rays
to achieve and maintain an ALARA (as – Basic rules
low as reasonably achievable) exposure • ISO 5576 RT – Vocabulary
rating.
Details of specific codes utilised in the limited (RT 2.Int) as well as derived or
If you are interested in photography advanced techniques courses (RT 2.9) can be found in the relevant training
and Superman is your favourite DC documents.
RADIOGRAPIC TESTING - SAQCC NDT SCHEME (ISO 9712) | NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING - VOLUMETRIC METHODS
Duration
Duration
NDT Method Industrial Product Sector / Training & Initial Training & Initial
Initial Course & Initial Exam Dates
and Level Sector Category Examination Examination
1 day Certification
= 8 hours Non Members Members
Course Code RT 1 A - JHB 01 RT 1 A - JHB 02 RT 1 A - JHB 03

RT 1.5
X-Ray of Dense Training 21 Jan - 8 Feb 25 Mar - 12 Apr 24 June - 12 Jul
Alloy Welds Training
Radiographic
15 days Exam 11 - 15 Feb 15 - 18 Apr 15 - 19 Jul
Testing Pre- and
RT 1.6 R 36 025 R 33 323 R 2 436
Level 1 in-service
Gamma-Ray Exam Course Code RT 1 A - JHB 04 RT 1 A - JHB 05
+ RT Safety
of Dense Alloy 5 days
Welds Training 26 Aug - 13 Sept 04 - 22 Nov
Exam 16 - 20 Sept 25 - 29 Nov
Course Code RT 2 INT - JHB 01 RT 2 INT - JHB 02 RT 2 INT - JHB 03
Training 25 Feb - 07 Mar 06 - 16 May 03 - 13 Jun
Exam 08 Mar 17 May 14 Jun
Course Code RT 2 INT - JHB 04 RT 2 INT - JHB 05 RT 2 INT - JHB 06

Film Training 22 Jul - 01 Aug 12 - 22 Aug 25 Nov - 04 Dec
Interpretation Training
LIMITED
of Dense Alloy 9 days Exam 02 Aug 23 Aug 05 Dec
Radiographic Pre- and
Welds Only R 26 309 R 25 050 R 2 436
Interpreters in-service
(No operational Exam Course Code RT 2 INT - SASOL A RT 2 INT - SASOLB RT 2 INT - DBN 01
Level 2
RT) 1 day
Training 23 Sept - 03 Oct 14 - 24 Oct 28 Oct - 07 Nov
Exam 04 Oct 25 Oct 08 Nov
Course Code RT 2 INT - DBN 02 RT 2 INT - CPT 01 RT 2 INT - CPT 02
Training 02 - 12 Dec 11 - 21 Feb 01 - 11 Jul
Exam 13 Dec 22 Feb 12 Jul
RT 2.5 X-Ray Course Code RT 2 A - JHB 01 RT 2 A - JHB 02

Training
of Dense Alloy
10 days
Radiographic Pre- and Welds
R 26 309 R 25 050 R 2 436 Training 20 - 31 May 30 Sept - 11 Oct
Testing Level 2 in-service RT 2.6 Gamma-
Exam
Ray of Dense
5 days Exam 03 - 07 Jun 14 - 18 Oct
Alloy Welds
Course Code
Training
10 days
ADVANCED Pre- and RT 2.9 Digital
R 32 857 R 31 308 R 2 436 Training Please refer to our website for more information.
(see point [1] in-service Radiography
Exam
5 days
Exam
* other categories available on request and subject to demand. [1] RT 2 A CERTIFICATION IS REQUIRED AS PREREQUISITE

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ULTRASONIC TESTING
COURSE INFORMATION
Ultrasonic testing (UT) method utilise mechanical vibration
within the ultrasonic range (> 20kHz) to detect volumetric
discontinuities within solid materials.
Both compression and Also the send-or-receive / send-and-receive capabilities of the sensors are some of
shear waves are used to the technique parameters together with the scanning methodology used for example
the tandem technique.
investigate the internal nature
of components while the The training course is based on general theory as well as sector specific applications
interaction of waves with linear, relating, but not limited to, the following standards and specifications:
planar or volumetric ‘vacancies’
are used to characterise any • ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code - Section V - Subsection A - Article 1, 4 & 5
• ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code - Section V - Subsection B - Article 23
discontinuities detected.
• ISO 16810 UT – General Principles
• ISO 11666 UT – Acceptance Levels
The sound beam is the primary
• ISO 17640 UT – Techniques, Testing levels and assessment
inspection medium and both the
• ISO 23279 UT – Characterisation of discontinuities in welds
qualification (properties) and
• ISO 5577 UT – Vocabulary
quantification (calibration) thereof
• ISO 18175 UT – P
erformance characteristics (no electronic
is essential for the interpretation of
instruments)
signal response. If you enjoy playing
• ISO 16827 UT – Characterisation and sizing of discontinuities
pool and have a knack for geometry
• ISO 16826 UT – Discontinuities perpendicular to the surface
and trigonometry, then we invite you to
• ISO 16811 UT – Sensitivity and range
attend an ultrasonic testing course. It
• ISO 12710 UT – E
valuating electronic characteristics of UT
will change the way that you look at any
instruments
engineering material or weldment.
• ISO 10375 UT – Characterisation of search unit and sound field
• ISO 7963 UT – Calibration block No 2
Compression and shear wave
• ISO 4992 Parts 1 & 2 UT – Steel castings
applications having various angles and
• ISO 2400 UT – Calibration block No 1
frequencies are building blocks for
determining the techniques used.
Details of specific codes utilised in the limited (UT 1.WT) as well as derived or
advanced techniques courses (UT 2.7; 2.8; 2.9; 2.10 and 2.11) can be found in the
relevant training documents.
ULTRASONIC TESTING - SAQCC NDT SCHEME (ISO 9712) | NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING - VOLUMETRIC METHODS
Duration Training &
NDT Method Industrial Product Sector / Training
Initial Course & Initial Exam Dates
and Level Sector Category 1 day = Examination & Initial Initial
8 hours Examination Certification
Non
Members
Members
Course Code UT 1 WT - JHB 01 UT 1 WT - JHB 02 UT 1 WT - JHB 03 UT 1 WT - JHB 04 UT 1 WT - JHB 05

Training 14 - 17 Jan 11 - 14 Feb 24 - 27 Jun 22 - 25 Jul 12 - 15 Aug
Exam 18 Jan 15 Feb 28 Jun 26 Jul 16 Aug
Limited to Course Code UT 1 WT - JHB 06 UT 1 WT - JHB 07 UT 1 WT - JHB 08 UT 1 WT - DBN 01 UT 1 WT - DBN 02

LIMITED
wall thickness Training 02 - 05 Sept 07 - 10 Oct 18 - 21 Nov 11 - 14 Mar 24 - 27 Jun
Ultrasonic Training
measurement using
Testing 4 days Exam 06 Sept 11 Oct 22 Nov 15 Mar 28 Jun
Pre- and compression probe
Level 1 R 13 166 R 12 526 R 2 436
in-service only Course Code UT 1 WT - DBN 03 UT 1 WT - DBN 04 UT 1 WT - CPT 01 UT 1 WT - CPT 02 UT 1 WT - CPT 03
Limited Exam
- Wall 1 day Training 19 - 22 Aug 14 - 17 Oct 04 - 07 Feb 20 - 23 May 22 - 25 Jul
(A-scan & D-meter
Thickness
applications) Exam 23 Aug 18 Oct 08 Feb 24 May 26 Jul
Course Code UT 1 WT - CPT 04 UT 1 WT - SASOL A UT 1 WT - SASOLB
Training 18 - 21 Nov 06 - 09 May 13 - 16 May
Exam 22 Nov 10 May 17 May
UT 1.1 Wrought Course Code UT 1 A - JHB 01 UT 1 A - JHB 02 UT 1 A - JHB 03 UT 1 A - JHB 04 UT 1 A - JHB 05

Products/Forgings
Training Training 21 Jan - 05 Feb 25 Feb - 12 Mar 06 - 21 May 01 - 16 Jul 02 - 17 Sept
Ultrasonic UT 1.2 Castings 12 days
Pre- and Exam 06 - 08 Feb 13 - 15 Mar 22 - 24 May 17 - 19 Jul 18 - 20 Sept
Testing UT 1.3 Butt Welds R 32 857 R 31 308 R 2 436
in-service Course Code UT 1 A - DBN 01 UT 1 A - CPT 01 UT 1 A - CPT 02 UT 1 A - SASOL A UT 1 A - SASOL B
Level 1 in Plate Exam
3 days Training 04 - 19 Feb 11 - 26 Feb 26 Aug - 10 Sept 14 - 29 Oct 23 Sep - 08 Oct
UT 1.4 Butt Welds
in Pipe Exam 20 - 21 Feb 27 Feb - 01 Mar 11 - 13 Sept 30 Oct - 01 Nov 09 - 11 Oct
UT 2.1 Wrought Course Code UT 2 A - JHB 01 UT 2 A - JHB 02 UT 2 A - JHB 03 UT 2 A - DBN 01 UT 2 A - CPT 01
Products/Forgings
UT 2.2 Castings
Training Training 25 Mar - 09 Apr 12 - 27 Aug 18 Nov - 03 Dec 01 - 16 Apr 24 Jun - 09 Jul
UT 2.3 Butt Welds
Ultrasonic in Plate 12 days
Pre- and
Testing R 32 857 R 31 308 R 2 436
in-service UT 2.4 Butt Welds
Level 2 Exam
in Pipe
3 days
UT 2.5 T-joints & other Exam 10 - 12 Apr 28 - 30 Aug 04 - 06 Dec 17 - 18 Apr 10 - 12 Jul
configurations
UT 2.6 Nozzles
Course Code
Training
Pre- and UT 2.10 Ultrasonic 20 days
ADVANCED R 54 706 R 50 603 R 2 436 Training Please refer to our website for updates relating to advanced / derived techniques.
in-service Phased Array Exam
5 days
Exam
PLEASE NOTE: ADVANCED OPTIONS UT 2.8 - CRITICAL FLAW SIZING: UT 2.9 - AUSTENITIC STAINLESS STEEL AND UT 2.11 - TIME OF FLIGHT DIFFRACTION ARE
AVAILABLE ON REQUEST AND SUBJECT TO DEMAND. [1] UT 2 A CERTIFICATION IS REQUIRED AS PREREQUISITE

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PORTABLE HARDNESS
TESTING
COURSE INFORMATION
The main purpose of hardness testing is to determine the
suitability of a material for a given application.
Conventional hardness testers, hardness measurements thus offering session during the course will give
like Rockwell, Brinell or Vickers quick and economical supplements hands on experience on the portable
to conventional, stationary testing hardness testing machines with various
machines, require the test piece machines. samples ranging from steel, stainless
be brought to the testing device, steel, aluminium and plastics.
but this is not always possible. This three day course will define
hardness, conventional methods of After the course, the person will be
Portable hardness testing devices have hardness testing and various methods competent to undertake in-situ
been developed that permit in-situ of portable hardness testing. Practical hardness testing.
Course Duration
2 days + 1 day exam

Non-Member R 9 215
JOHANNESBURG
HOURS JHB 1 JHB 2
• Principles of hardness testing – various techniques

• Similarities and differences between portable and conventional hardness testing
16 18 - 19 Jun 29 - 30 Oct
• Importance of calibration and surface preparation
• Behaviour of different materials
Examination 8 20 Jun 31 Oct

REPLICA
METALLOGRAPHY
COURSE INFORMATION
Metallographic inspections play a key role in determining the
remaining life assessment, creep life of pressure vessels,
pipelines, power plants and in verifying the material and heat
treatment of fabricated equipment.
In those instances, destructive The usual method of metallographic using an optical microscope.The four
metallographic tests are investigation involves cutting pieces day course on replica metallography will
from the component so that laboratory give an insight into the different types of
unsuitable as further usability preparation and examination can materials, importance of metallography,
of the component is required. be performed. However, in replica and how to do lab metallography and
Replica metallographic metallography, after proper surface replica metallography. On successful
technique is an in-situ, non- preparation through the use of cellulose completion of the course, the candidate
destructive technique to acetate sheets, the technician makes will be a competent replica technician.
a copy (for this reason it is called Evaluation of the metallographs is
reveal the microstructure of
“replica”) of the microstructure of the undertaken by a qualified metallurgist.
components. metal surface, which will be examined

Non-Member R 12 287
JOHANNESBURG
HOURS JHB 1 JHB 2
• Principles of metallography
• Similarities and differences between on-site and laboratory surface preparation
• Etching of samples/surfaces and importance of time and temperature 24 27 - 29 Aug 12 -14 Nov
• Placement of acetate film and final transfer to optical slide
• Importance of proper identification of replicated area
Examination Theory - 2 hrs + Prac - 4 hrs 30 Aug 15 Nov

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NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING – LEVEL 3 – BASIC & MAIN METHODS | SAQCC NDT Level 3 – ISO 9712
Product Duration
Industrial Training & Training
NDT Method & Level Sector / Initial & Initial Initial Course & Initial Exam Dates
Sector
Category Examination Examination Certification
1 day = 8
Non Members Members
hours
Part A: Course Code NDT 3 A - JHB 01

Materials &
Training
Processes
Pre- and in- 10 days
NDT Level 3: Basic Part B: Qual & R 26 308 R 24 336 R 2 436 Training 21 Jan - 01 Feb
service Exam
Cert Schemes
1 day
Part C: NDT
Level 2 Exam 02 Feb *Saturday
Part D: (Gen) +
Parts E1 & E2 Course Code MT 3 A - JHB 01
(Specific + Training
Magnetic Testing: Level 3 Pre- and in- codes) + Part 5 days
R 19 691 R 18 759 R 2 436 Training 11 - 15 Feb
(Main Method) service F (Procedure) Exam
Forgings (f), 2 days
Castings (c) & Exam 21 - 22 Feb
Welds (w)
Part D: (Gen) +
Parts E1 & E2 Course Code PT 3 A - JHB 01
Penetrant Testing: Level 3 Pre- and in- codes) + Part 5 days
R 19 691 R 18 759 R 2 436 Training 04 - 08 Feb
Forgings (f), 2 days
Castings (c) & Exam 19 - 20 Feb
Welds (w)
Part D: (Gen) +
Parts E1 & E2 Course Code RT 3 A - JHB 01
Radiographic Testing: Level 3 Pre- and in- codes) + Part 5 days
R 19 691 R 18 759 R 2 436 Training 04 - 08 Mar
Welds in 2 days
Dense Alloys: Exam 14 - 15 Mar
X and Gamma
Part D: (Gen) +
Parts E1 & E2 Course Code UT 3 A - JHB 01
(Specific +
Training
codes) + Part
Ultrasonic Testing: Level 3 Pre- and in- 5 days
F (Procedure) R 19 691 R 18 759 R 2 436 Training 25 Feb - 01 Mar
(Main Method) service Exam
Forgings (f),
2 days
Castings (c) &
Welds (w) - all Exam 12 - 13 Mar
categories
PLEASE NOTE: EdDy Current TESTING & VISUAL TESTING LEVEL 3 ARE AVAILABLE ON REQUEST AND SUBJECT TO DEMAND.
CPD COURSES
Duration Training & Initial Training & Initial
Course Name Details Course & Initial Exam Dates
1 day = 8 hours Examination Examination
Non Members Members
Training | 2 days Course Code ASME - ECT - JHB 01

ASME - Eddy Current Testing Code Refer to website for list of applicable
Exam R 6 769 R 6 262 Training Available on request
Application sections covered
N/A - Assignments Exam N/A
Training | 2 days Course Code ASME - PT - JHB 01

ASME - Liquid Penetrant Testing Code Refer to website for list of applicable
Exam R 6 769 R 6 262 Training 25 - 26 Mar
Training | 2 days Course Code ASME - MT - JHB 01

ASME - Magnetic Particle Testing Code Refer to website for list of applicable
Exam R 6 769 R 6 262 Training 01 - 02 Apr
Training | 2 days Course Code ASME - VT - JHB 01

Refer to website for list of applicable
ASME - Visual Testing Code Application Exam R 6 769 R 6 262 Training Available on request
sections covered
Training | 2 days Course Code ASME - RT - JHB 01

ASME - Radiographic Testing Code Refer to website for list of applicable
Exam R 6 769 R 6 262 Training 08 - 09 Apr
Training | 2 days Course Code ASME - UT - JHB 01

ASME - Ultrasonic Testing Code Refer to website for list of applicable
Exam R 6 769 R 6 262 Training 06 - 07 May
Training | 2 days Course Code ISO - ECT - JHB 01

ISO - Eddy Current Testing Code Refer to website for list of applicable
Exam R 6 769 R 6 262 Training Available on request
Training | 2 days Course Code ISO - PT - JHB 01

ISO - Liquid Penetrant Testing Code Refer to website for list of applicable
Exam R 6 769 R 6 262 Training 28 - 29 Jan
Training | 2 days Course Code ISO - MT - JHB 01

ISO - Magnetic Particle Testing Code Refer to website for list of applicable
Exam R 6 769 R 6 262 Training 04 - 05 Feb
Training | 2 days Course Code ISO - VT - JHB 01

ISO - Visual Testing Code Application Exam R 6 769 R 6 262 Training Available on request
sections covered
Training | 2 days Course Code ISO - RT - JHB 01

ISO - Radiographic Testing Code Refer to website for list of applicable
Exam R 6 769 R 6 262 Training 04 -05 Mar
Training | 2 days Course Code ISO - UT - JHB 01

ISO - Ultrasonic Testing Code Application Exam R 6 769 R 6 262 Training 11 -12 Mar
sections covered

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NDT RE-WRITES
BOOKING PROCEDURES
Full payment is to be made prior to the commencement of the
examination. All prices quoted include VAT.
Online rewrite booking process shall be available from 2019
1 The following documentation is required for re-write of the cancellation two weeks prior to the re-write exam
examination enrolment: date and arrangements will be made to book the candidate
on the next available re-write exam. Should the student /
1.1 All documentation regarding rewrite examinations to be applicant decide the alternative arrangement is unsuitable,
forwarded to Constance Makweng in the Examination the full re-write exam fee will be reimbursed in these
Department on 011 298 2106 or on ndt@saiw.co.za circumstances. Personal costs relating to accommodation
1.2 “Examination Application Form” - completed in full with and travelling cannot be claimed
special attention given to signatures and valid email 3.2 If the re-write exam booking is cancelled by the applicant
address. (Initial candidates attending the training course less than 15 (fifteen) days prior to the re-write exam date,
shall be required to complete this form on the first day of then the cancellation charge will be equal to the full re-write
the course) exam cost and no refund is applicable
1.3 Confirmation of full payment 3.3 If the re-write exam booking is cancelled by the applicant
1.4 For NDT Examinations - A valid vision acuity certificate 15 (fifteen) days or more prior to the re-write exam date, a
obtained from a qualified optometrist within 6 months of cancellation charge of 4% (plus VAT) of the re-write exam
writing the exam is required fee will be charged by the SAIW as an administration fee
and the balance of the fee refunded to the applicant. In
1.5 Legible copy of ID or Passport
these circumstances only the balance of the re-write exam
fee will be reimbursed and no personal costs relating to
2 What you need to bring along:
accommodation and travelling may be claimed by the
applicant
2.1 Copy of your ID or Passport
2.2 Stationery, e.g. pen, pencil, note book, erasure and 4 Dress Code
highlighter and scientific calculator
4.1 NDT: Wear long pants, shirt and safety boots
3 Cancellation of Re-write Exam:
4.2 ANY OTHER COURSE: Long pants, shirt and closed shoes
3.1 The SAIW reserves the right to cancel the holding of a re-
Please contact SAIW NDT admin for further information on:
write exam at short notice, should student numbers not meet
ndt@saiw.co.za or 011 298 2106
our minimum requirements. Candidates shall be informed
Please contact course administrator on ndtrewrite@saiw.co.za – 011 298 2106 for further information
NDT REVISION AND

RE-WRITES
– Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town
Price for re-write cost per paper OR sample OR 12 Radiographic Film Sets OR written instruction is R 954.00 (including VAT).
Revision Pricing (Including VAT)

Non-Member R 6 710
Group RW - JHB 01 RW - JHB 02 RW - JHB 03 RW - JHB 04 RW - JHB 05 RW - JHB 06
JHB Revision Dates 18 - 19 Feb N/A 18 - 19 Jun 05 - 06 Aug 21 - 22 Oct 09 - 10 Dec
Exam Dates 20 Feb 18 Mar 20 Jun 07 Aug 23 Oct 11 Dec
Group RW - DBN 01 RW - DBN 02 RW - DBN 03 RW - DBN 04 RW - DBN 05 RW - DBN 06
DBN Revision Dates Shall be added based on student request and subject to demand
Exam Dates 04 Mar 13 May 15 Jul 16 Sept 25 Nov
Group RW - CPT 01 RW - CPT 02 RW - CPT 03 RW - CPT 04 RW - CPT 05
CPT Revision Dates Shall be added based on student request and subject to demand
Exam Dates 04 Mar 13 May 15 Jul 16 Sept 25 Nov
Please contact ndtrewrite@saiw.co.za or 011 298 2106 for any special requests.

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