Course overview
Welding Technology & Metallurgy is an introduction that builds a solid working knowledge in Welding Technology & Metallurgy. It covers the principles, the requirements of AWS D1.1, ASME IX, ISO 9712 and ASNT SNT-TC-1A, and the practical methods used on site, with case studies from operations in the Gulf, Africa and worldwide. Available online, in the classroom in 60 cities, or in-house.
What participants will be able to do
- Explain the principles, terminology and scope of Welding Technology & Metallurgy
- Apply the relevant requirements of AWS D1.1, ASME IX, ISO 9712 and ASNT SNT-TC-1A
- Use practical tools, checklists and calculations with confidence
- Recognise common problems, risks and root causes and choose the right corrective action
- Prepare an improvement plan for their own site or organisation
Who should attend
Designed for welding engineers, inspectors, NDT technicians and materials specialists, new joiners and anyone who needs a solid grounding in the subject.
Course outline (5 days)
- Day 1: Principles and terminologyScope, key definitions and how Welding Technology & Metallurgy fits into daily operations
- Day 2: Codes, standards and requirementsWhat AWS D1.1, ASME IX, ISO 9712 and ASNT SNT-TC-1A require, and how to read them
- Day 3: Methods, tools and calculationsStep-by-step methods, checklists and worked examples
- Day 4: Operation, inspection and common problemsTypical failures, warning signs and what to do about them
- Day 5: Case studies, workshop and assessmentGroup exercise on real cases and a final knowledge check
What the 10-day edition adds
- Day 6: Applied project, part 1Apply the week-one methods to a case from your organisation
- Day 7: Data and digital toolsSoftware, spreadsheets and digital tools used in practice
- Day 8: Lessons from incidents and auditsWhat investigations and audit findings teach
- Day 9: Applied project, part 2Complete, test and refine your solution
- Day 10: Presentations and final assessmentPresent to the group and complete the final assessment
Training method and certificate
Interactive sessions, practical exercises, case studies and pre- and post-course assessments. Participants receive a Qimma Global Training certificate of completion stating the training hours (30 hours for 5 days, 60 hours for 10 days). Delivered in English or Arabic.
Dates 2027–2030
None of these dates work? We run this course for your team on the date and in the place you choose.
| Dates | City | Duration | Fee | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15–19 Mar 2027 | Istanbul Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 3–14 May 2027 | Munich Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 17–21 May 2027 | Abu Dhabi Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 28 Jun – 9 Jul 2027 | Edinburgh Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 22–26 Nov 2027 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 23–27 Apr 2028 | Kuwait City Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 11–22 Jun 2028 | Dammam Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 17–21 Jul 2028 | Baku Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 27 Aug – 7 Sep 2028 | Al Khobar Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 30 Oct – 3 Nov 2028 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 18–22 Mar 2029 | Al Khobar Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 9–20 Jul 2029 | Lisbon Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 16–20 Jul 2029 | Berlin Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 7–18 Oct 2029 | Alexandria Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 29 Oct – 2 Nov 2029 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 6–10 May 2030 | Barcelona Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 24 Jun – 5 Jul 2030 | Munich Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 16–20 Sep 2030 | Edinburgh Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 23 Sep – 4 Oct 2030 | Luanda Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 11–15 Nov 2030 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
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