Maintenance and Engineering

Welding Procedure Qualification

Welding procedures and welder qualifications ensure welds meet required strength and quality. This course explains welding procedure specifications, procedure qualification records, essential variables, testing requirements, welder performance qualification, applicable codes and managing welding documentation on projects.

5 days Classroom or live online English

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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Unqualified procedures lead to rejected welds and failures. You will learn how qualification works and how to manage it.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

Difficulty translating subject knowledge into practical workplace decisions.
Inconsistent approaches to the activities covered in the course outline.
Lack of a structured plan for applying and reviewing new skills.

Course methodology

How you will learn.

Code walkthroughs, WPS and PQR review exercises, case studies and documentation workshops.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Explain the purpose of welding procedure qualification
Read and prepare welding procedure specifications
Understand procedure qualification records and tests
Identify essential and non-essential variables
Manage welder performance qualification
Control welding documentation on projects

Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

Welding engineers and inspectors
Quality engineers
Fabrication supervisors
Project engineers
Maintenance engineers

Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

Code interpretation
Procedure development
Testing requirements
Qualification management
Documentation

Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1Welding Qualification

09:00–10:08Why qualify procedures
10:08–11:00Codes and standards
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Codes and standards (continued)
11:45–12:53Roles
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 2WPS

09:00–10:08WPS content
10:08–11:00Process parameters
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Process parameters (continued)
11:45–12:53Preparation
12:53–14:00Workshop

Day 3PQR and Testing

09:00–10:08Test coupons
10:08–11:00Mechanical tests
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Mechanical tests (continued)
11:45–12:53Non-destructive tests
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 4Variables

09:00–10:08Essential variables
10:08–11:00Supplementary variables
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Supplementary variables (continued)
11:45–12:53Requalification
12:53–14:00Case study

Day 5Welder Qualification

09:00–10:08Performance tests
10:08–11:00Continuity
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Continuity (continued)
11:45–12:53Records
12:53–14:00Action plan

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

Dates & venues

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Good to know

A few things to know.

How is the course delivered?

Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.

Can you deliver this programme for our team?

Yes, you can enquire about a tailored programme. Share your goals, group size and preferred dates with our learning team.

Will I receive a certificate?

Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon UK certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon UK programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

What should I confirm before booking travel?

Please confirm the session, exact venue, accessibility arrangements, fees and any visa requirements with the team before arranging travel. Tentative dates are not confirmed sessions.

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