SAIW Course Prospectus 2017

Southern African Institute of Welding
Course Prospectus 2017

SAIW
Promoting excellence in welding in Africa
SAIW COURSE WORLD

Career Paths
Fabrication & Welding Inspector

Quality Control Personnel
Welding Lecturer
Fabrication Supervisor
Inspector of Pressurised Equipment
Competent Person Pressure Vessels

Competent Person Steam Generators
Estimator
Welding/Fabrication
Supervisor
Safety Officer
Artisan Welder
Welding Safety
Welding
Inspection
IIW Practitioner
Fabrication
Workshop Manager
Tradesman
Heat
Welding Quality Control
Treatment for
Engineers
Competent Person Course
AWS
IWIP Comprehensive IWIP Basic IWIP Standard
Heat
Paint
Treatment Senior Welding Inspector
Inspector
for Welding
Robotic Welding
ASME Code
Technical Sales
Representative
Project Manager
Fabrication Foreman
SAIW Courses
Robotic Operator
Welding
Co-ordination
Heat Treatment for

Engineers
IIW Technologist
Fabrication
Management
IIW Engineer
Appreciation of
Welding for Engineers
Academic
Visual Testing
Industrial
Radiographic
Safety
Failure Analysis
Quality Auditor
Appreciation
of NDT for
Engineers
Quality Engineer
Practical
Welding
Welding Engineer
NDT Training,
Examination &
Certification
NDT Quality Engineering
NDT Manager
PT
MT
Pipe Fitter
Welding
Sheet Metal Worker
International Plate
Welder
NonDestructive
Testing
Welding Metallurgy
Welding
Technologist
Pipe Welder
Welding Symbols
IIW Specialist
Research &
Development
Artist/Sculptor
National Welder
Programme
Structural Steel
Welder
International Fillet
Welder
Eddy Current
International Pipe
Welder
UTWT
RT Interpreters
RT
UT
NDT Applied Scientist/

Physicist
NDT Consultant
NDT Lecturer
NDT Examiner
NDT Operator (Level 1)

NDT Technician (Level 2)
NDT Research/Developer
NDT Auditor
NDT Technologist (Level 3)
This diagram represents the entire offering of SAIW courses.
Welding Operator
Robotic Operator/
Programmer
Boilermaker
CONTENTS
Booking Procedures.............................................................................................................................................................. 4
Banking Details ....................................................................................................................................................................
5
Welding Quality Control....................................................................................................................................................... 6
Welding Inspection Personnel (IWIP) Basic Level*............................................................................................................ 8-13
Senior Welding Inspector (Level 2)....................................................................................................................................... 14-17
Welding Safety...................................................................................................................................................................... 18
Robotic Welding*................................................................................................................................................................. 19
IIW Welding Practitioner ......................................................................................................................................................
20
IIW Welding Specialist .........................................................................................................................................................
22
International Welding Specialist Bridging Course*...............................................................................................................
24
IIW Welding Technologist ....................................................................................................................................................
25
Appreciation of Welding.......................................................................................................................................................
27
ASME Codes of Construction ...............................................................................................................................................
29
AWS D1.1 Steel Structures ................................................................................................................................................ 31
Heat Treatment Practitioner................................................................................................................................................. 33
Heat Treatment for Engineering .......................................................................................................................................... 35
Competent Persons: Foundation Week; Pressure Vessels Core Week; Steam Generators Core Week .........................
36-40
Process Plant Inspection....................................................................................................................................................... 41
Paint Inspectors ...................................................................................................................................................................
43
Welding Symbols .................................................................................................................................................................
45
Welding Metallurgy.............................................................................................................................................................. 46
Failure Analysis..................................................................................................................................................................... 47
ISO 3834 and ISO 14731....................................................................................................................................................... 48
Material Testing Laboratory................................................................................................................................................. 49
Career Planning for Inspectors ............................................................................................................................................
50-51
Career Plan for IWIP.............................................................................................................................................................
52
Practical Welder Training...................................................................................................................................................... 53
IIW International Welder...................................................................................................................................................... 55-57
Re-write Examinations.......................................................................................................................................................... 58
Non Destructive Testing (NDT) .............................................................................................................................................
59-72
Directions and Contact Details ............................................................................................................................................ 74-IBC
*NEW COURSE
SAIW
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Booking Procedures
NOTE: Self-help online registration and booking available from January 2017 on www.saiw.co.za.
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 includes VAT
ALL PRICES QUOTED INCLUDE VAT
1
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
The following documentation is required for course enrolment:

Course Enrolment Application Form completed in full
Confirmation of full payment
Legible copy of highest academic qualifications (School, college, University, etc.) and / or, pass mark in Proficiency Test
Company letter stating delegates current employment status (if applicable)
Legible copy of ID or Passport
When doing a Level II or Level III course, confirmation of the preceding Level qualification (training record and examination result letter) is required
Please note that:

Once we have received all correct documents and payment has been confirmed, you will receive via email a Booking Confirmation Notice,
which will include the date of the NDT course, venue and full address
2
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
What you need to bring along:

Copy of your ID or Passport
Stationery, e.g. pen, pencil, note book, erasure and highlighter and scientific calculator
Copy of the booking confirmation letter
A 100% attendance of the course is mandatory
3
3.1

3.2
3.3
3.4
Cancellation of Training:
The SAIW reserves the right to cancel a course at short notice, should student numbers not meet our minimum course requirements.
Candidates shall be informed of the cancellation and arrangements will be made to book the candidate on the next available course
Only course fees will be reimbursed, if so required. Personal costs, relating to accommodation and travelling, cannot be claimed
If the application is cancelled by the applicant 30 days prior to the training start date, then no cancellation charge will apply
If the application is cancelled by the applicant less than 30 days prior to the training start date, the full charge will apply
4
4.1
4.2
Dress Code:
Practical Welding: Safety clothes safety boots, full overalls with long sleeves, gloves and helmet
Any other course: Long pants, shirt and closed shoes
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SAIW
Banking Details
For courses
Account Name:
Bank:
Branch:
Branch Number:
Account Number:
Reference No:
For examinations and re-write examinations

South African Institute of Welding NPC
First National Bank
Hyde Park
255 805
505 236 54470
Surname & ID number / Invoice Number
Account Name:
Bank:
Branch:
Branch Number:
Account Number:
Reference No:
SAIW Certification
First National Bank
Hyde Park
255 805
620 739 56850
Surname & ID number / Invoice Number
Credit Card Facilities available
SAIW
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About Welding Quality Control
he Basics of 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 terminology, gives a brief
description of common welding processes, material science, inspection techniques, welding
and fabrication codes, quality control documentation, basic mathematics and science.
This course combines the Foundation week, which was previously in the Welding Inspection
Level 1 course. The course is also for those who do not meet direct entry requirements to
the Welding Inspection Level 1 course.
This course is intended for anyone who wishes to enter the field of fabrication and serves as
a basis to begin a career in welding quality control and inspection. The course can be used
to access other courses in Welding Inspection or Welding Coordination/Supervision. The
course meets the syllabus requirements of Module 0 for IIW courses.
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SAIW
Welding Quality Control

Prices (including VAT)
R 9 780
Course Duration
2017
Entry Requirements
None
10 days
Course Outline
Week 1 Quality control, welding codes and standards, welding terminology
Week 2 Overview for Mathematics, Science, Engineering and Materials for Welding Technology
Note: A 60% mark is required in end-of-course examination.
JHB 1
JHB 2
JHB 3
JHB 4
JHB 5
JHB 6
JHB 7
WEEK 1
16 - 20 Jan
13 - 17 Feb
29 May - 02 Jun
21 - 25 Aug
09 - 13 Oct
30 Oct - 03 Nov
27 Nov - 01 Dec
WEEK 2
23 - 27 Jan
20 - 24 Feb
05 - 09 Jun
28 Aug - 1 Sep
16 - 20 Oct
06 - 10 Nov
04 - 08 Dec
CAPE TOWN 1
CAPE TOWN 2
SECUNDA 1
SECUNDA 2
WEEK 1
27 Feb - 03 Mar
26 - 29 Sep
WEEK 1
16 - 20 Jan
14 - 18 Aug
WEEK 2
06 - 10 Mar
02 - 09 Oct
WEEK 2
23 - 27 Jan
21 - 25 Aug
DURBAN 1
DURBAN 2
DURBAN 3
WEEK 1
06 - 10 Feb
10 - 14 Jul
23 - 27 Oct
WEEK 2
13 - 17 Feb
17 - 21 Jul
30 Oct - 03 Nov
Please contact course administrator on weld.insp@saiw.co.za 011 298 2111 for further information
SAIW
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About International Welding

Inspection Personnel (IWIP)
Basic Level
he 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 inspector is an ideal platform to build a career as a
third party inspector or to progress further as a technical expert or manager of an inspection
function.
The IWIP course is designed to equip an inspector to conduct basic inspections, to identify
welding defects and witness and validate welder qualification tests. Students obtain a useful
qualification which allows them to gain employment.
Important to note:
This course is the first level of a new 3-level programme, which will comprise International
Welding Inspector Personnel (IWIP) Basic, Standard and Comprehensive levels.
Upon completion of the Basic Level, two years working experience is required before moving
on to the Standard Level. To progress from the Standard Level to the Comprehensive Level,
two years working experience is required.
The SAIW has decided to fully implement the International Institute of Welding (IIW) IWIP
Programme in order to afford candidates an Internationally recognised qualification. Those
who pass will receive an IIW certificate.
The IIW is represented in more than 50 nations across five continents and is the leading
welding organisation in the world.
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SAIW
International Welding Inspection (IWIP) Basic Level

Johannesburg, regular intervals
Corporate Member
Non-Member
Course Duration
2017
Recommended Access Conditions:

Matric with a pass in both Mathematics and Science and a combined
average mark of 50% OR
Successful completion of SAIWs Welding Quality Control course OR
Two years welding experience
R 36 000
R 39 200
20 days
Duration
(hrs)
JHB 1
JHB 2
JHB 3
JHB 4
JHB 5
JHB 6
40
16 - 20 Jan
13 - 17 Feb
13 - 17 Mar
03 - 07 Apr
08 - 12 May
05 - 09 Jun
40
13 - 17 Feb
13 - 17 Mar
03 - 07 Apr
08 - 12 May
05 - 09 Jun
03 - 07 Jul
40
13 - 17 Mar
03 - 07 Apr
08 - 12 May
05 - 09 Jun
03 - 07 Jul
31 Jul - 04 Aug
Revision
24
03 - 05 Apr
08 - 10 May
05 - 07 Jun
03 - 05 Jul
31 Jul - 02 Aug
04 - 06 Sep
Welding Technology Exam
06 Apr
11 May
08 Jun
06 Jul
03 Aug
07 Sep
Welding Inspection Exam
06 Apr
11 May
08 Jun
06 Jul
03 Aug
07 Sep
Practical Exam
07 Apr
12 May
09 Jun
07 Jul
04 Aug
08 Sep
WEEK 1
Welding Processes
Materials Technology
Construction and Design
WEEK 2
Fabrication, Application, Engineering
Testing of Welds
QA/QC
WEEK 3
QA/QC
Welder Perfomance Qualification
WEEK 4
Continued on page 10
SAIW
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2017
Johannesburg, regular intervals

Continued from page 9
JHB 7
JHB 8
JHB 9
JHB 10
JHB 11
JHB 12
Week 1
03 - 07 Jul
31 Jul - 04 Aug
14 - 18 Aug
04 - 08 Sep
11 - 15 Sep
18 - 22 Sep
Week 2
31 Jul - 04 Aug
28 Aug - 01 Sep
11 - 15 Sep
02 - 06 Oct
09 - 13 Oct
16 - 20 Oct
Week 3
28 Aug - 01 Sep
18 - 22 Sep
09 - 13 Oct
30 Oct - 03 Nov
06 - 10 Nov
06 - 10 Nov
02 - 04 Oct
23 - 25 Oct
06 - 08 Nov
04 - 06 Dec
04 - 06 Dec
04 - 06 Dec
05 Oct
26 Oct
09 Nov
07 Dec
07 Dec
07 Dec
05 Oct
26 Oct
09 Nov
07 Dec
07 Dec
07 Dec
06 Oct
27 Oct
10 Nov
08 Dec
08 Dec
08 Dec
Week 4
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SAIW
2017
Johannesburg, continuous
Corporate Member
Non-Member
Course Duration
R 36 000
R 39 200
20 days
Duration
(hrs)
JHB 30
JHB 31
JHB 32
JHB 33
JHB 34
40
23 - 27 Jan
08 - 12 May
28 Aug - 01 Sep
02 - 06 Oct
30 Oct - 03 Nov
40
30 Jan - 03 Feb
15 - 19 May
04 - 08 Sep
09 - 13 Oct
06 - 10 Nov
40
06 - 10 Feb
22 - 26 May
11 - 15 Sep
16 - 20 Oct
13 - 17 Nov
Revision
24
13 - 15 Feb
29 - 31 May
18 - 20 Sep
23 - 25 Oct
20 - 22 Nov
16 Feb
01 Jun
21 Sep
26 Oct
23 Nov
16 Feb
01 Jun
21 Sep
26 Oct
23 Nov
Practical Exam
17 Feb
02 Jun
22 Sep
27 Oct
24 Nov
WEEK 1
Weld Processes
WEEK 2
Testing of Welds
QA/QC
WEEK 3
QA/QC
WEEK 4
SAIW
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2017
Regional
Corporate Member
Non-Member
Course Duration
R 36 000
R 39 200
20 days
Duration
(hrs)
Durban 1
Durban 2
Durban 3
Durban 4
Durban 5
40
23 - 27 Jan
03 - 07 Apr
05 - 09 Jun
24 - 28 Jul
18 - 22 Sep
40
20 - 24 Feb
08 - 12 May
03 - 07 Jul
21 - 25 Aug
16 - 20 Oct
40
27 - 31 Mar
05 - 09 Jun
31 Jul - 04 Aug
18 - 22 Sep
13 - 17 Nov
Revision
24
08 - 10 May
03 - 05 Jul
28 - 30 Aug
23 - 24 Oct
04 - 06 Dec
11 May
06 Jul
31 Aug
26 Oct
07 Dec
11 May
06 Jul
31 Aug
26 Oct
07 Dec
Practical Exam
12 May
07 Jul
01 Sep
27 Oct
08 Dec
WEEK 1
Weld Processes
WEEK 2
Testing of Welds
QA/QC
WEEK 3
QA/QC
WEEK 4
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SAIW
2017
Regional
Cape Town 1
Cape Town 2
Cape Town 3
Secunda 1
Secunda 2
Secunda 3
Secunda 4
Week 1
20 - 24 Feb
10 - 14 Jul
16 - 20 Oct
23 - 27 Jan
06 - 10 Feb
03 - 07 Jul
11 - 15 Sep
Week 2
27 Feb - 03 Mar
17 - 21 Jul
23 - 27 Oct
30 Jan - 03 Feb
06 - 10 Mar
10 - 14 Jul
09 - 13 Oct
Week 3
27 - 31 Mar
14 - 18 Aug
20 - 24 Nov
06 - 10 Feb
15 - 19 May
17 - 21 Jul
6 - 10 Nov
03 - 05 Apr
21 - 23 Aug
27 - 29 Nov
13 - 15 Feb
26 - 28 Jun
24 - 26 Jul
04 - 06 Dec
06 Apr
24 Aug
30 Nov
16 Feb
29 Jun
27 Jul
07 Dec
06 Apr
24 Aug
30 Nov
16 Feb
29 Jun
27 Jul
07 Dec
07 Apr
25 Aug
01 Dec
17 Feb
30 Jun
28 Jul
08 Dec
Week 4
SAIW
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About Senior Welding

Inspector
he 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.
The Senior Welding Inspector course, which is for those who have successfully completed
the Welding Inspector Course, completes the training as a welding inspector and further
upgrades skills to a level where candidates are able to take on and manage all inspection
activities, including being able to confirm the code compliance of a welding procedure.
Since 2010, the SAIW welding inspectors training programmes and examinations are fully
aligned with the International Institute of Welding (IIW) IWIP Standard level inspection
diploma, but the combined Welding Inspector and Senior Welding Inspector courses are
more comprehensive than the IIW syllabus as they incorporate material identified as essential
by national industry experts. Important to note: From 2017, the SAIW Level Two Welding
Inspector Course will serve as a transition course for the IWIP Programme (see page 8).
Students having successfully completed the Senior Welding Inspector course automatically
qualify for the internationally recognised IIW IWIP standard level diploma, which is awarded
automatically, provided the student meets the following IIW course access conditions:
The candidate has to be at least 20 years old at the time of taking the course
The candidate has to have a senior certificate or equivalent with pass marks in mathematics
and science
The candidate must have at least 2 years relevant practical experience
Candidates with a GETC qualification (Grade 9) require an additional 3 years of relevant
experience, i.e. a total of 5 years experience
Students who qualified as Senior Welding Inspectors (SAIW Level 2) before 2010 have
to complete an extra 2 day module and exam in construction and design. (Details on
application)
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SAIW
Senior Welding Inspector Level 2

Corporate Member
Non-Member
Course Duration
R 44 500
R 48 300
25 days
WEEK 1
2017
General Access Conditions: Applicants are required to hold:

Applicants for Senior Welding Inspector (Level 2) courses must have passed the relevant
SAIW Certification Welding Inspector (Level I) qualification examination
Duration
(hrs)
16
Materials Technology II
24
JHB 1
JHB 2
JHB 3
JHB 4
JHB 5
JHB 6
16 - 20 Jan
06 - 10 Feb
20 - 24 Feb
13 - 17 Mar
27 - 31 Mar
22 - 26 May
13 - 17 Feb
06 - 10 Mar
27 - 31 Mar
15 - 19 May
15 - 19 May
19 - 23 Jun
13 - 17 Mar
03 - 07 Apr
08 - 12 May
19 - 23 Jun
19 - 23 Jun
24 - 28 Jul
03- 07 Apr
15 - 19 May
19 - 23 Jun
17 - 21 Jul
17 - 21 Jul
21 - 25 Aug
WEEK 2
Destructive Testing
Non Destructive Testing
32
WEEK 3
Heat Treatment
16
Inspection and Quality Assurance
24
WEEK 4
Procedure Qualification
24
Fabrication Applications Engineering
Legal Knowledge
8
WEEK 5
Revision
24
08 - 10 May
19 - 21 Jun
17 - 19 Jul
14 - 16 Aug
14 - 16 Aug
18 - 20 Sep
Theory Examination (2 x 3 hrs)
11 May
22 Jun
20 Jul
17 Aug
17 Aug
21 Sep
Practical Examination (1 x 5 hrs)
12 May
23 Jun
21 Jul
18 Aug
18 Aug
22 Sep
SAIW
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2017
JHB 7
JHB 8
JHB 9
JHB 10
JHB 11
JHB 12
JHB 13
Week 1
05 - 09 Jun
19 - 23 Jun
19 - 23 Jun
10 - 14 Jul
24 - 28 Jul
31 Jul - 04 Aug
14 - 18 Aug
Week 2
10 - 14 Jul
17 - 21 Jul
17 - 21 Jul
31 Jul - 04 Aug
21 - 25 Aug
04 - 08 Sep
11 - 15 Sep
Week 3
14 - 18 Aug
14 - 18 Aug
14 - 18 Aug
28 Aug - 01 Sep
18 - 22 Sep
02 - 06 Oct
09 - 13 Oct
Week 4
11 - 15 Sep
11 - 15 Sep
11 - 15 Sep
18 - 22 Sep
16 - 20 Oct
30 Oct - 03 Nov
06 - 10 Nov
09 - 11 Oct
09 - 11 Oct
09 - 11 Oct
16 - 18 Oct
13 - 15 Nov
27 - 29 Nov
04 - 06 Dec
12 Oct
12 Oct
12 Oct
19 Oct
16 Nov
30 Nov
07 Dec
13 Oct
13 Oct
13 Oct
20 Oct
17 Nov
01 Dec
08 Dec
Week 5
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SAIW
2017
(Regional dates)
DBN 1
DBN 2
DBN 3
DBN 4
DBN 5
CAPE TOWN 1
CAPE TOWN 2
SECUNDA 1
SECUNDA 2
Week 1
16 - 20 Jan
30 Jan - 03 Feb
27 Feb - 03 Mar
29 May - 02 Jun
31 Jul - 04 Aug
06 - 10 Mar
04 - 08 Sep
30 Jan - 03 Feb
29 May - 02 Jun
Week 2
20 - 24 Feb
20 - 24 Feb
27 - 31 Mar
10 - 14 Jul
04 - 08 Sep
13 - 17 Mar
11 - 15 Sep
27 Feb - 03 Mar
26 - 30 Jun
Week 3
27 - 31 Mar
13 - 17 Mar
22 - 26 May
14 - 18 Aug
02 - 06 Oct
15 - 19 May
09 - 13 Oct
27 - 31 Mar
24 - 28 Jul
Week 4
15 - 19 May
15 - 19 May
26 - 30 Jun
11 - 15 Sep
06 - 10 Nov
22 - 26 May
16 - 20 Oct
15 - 19 May
21 - 25 Aug
26 - 28 Jun
26 - 28 Jun
24 - 26 Jul
09 - 11 Oct
04 - 06 Dec
19 - 21 Jun
13 - 15 Nov
19 - 21 Jun
02 - 04 Oct
29 Jun
30 Jun
29 Jun
30 Jun
27 Jul
28 Jul
12 Oct
13 Oct
07 Dec
08 Dec
22 Jun
23 Jun
16 Nov
17 Nov
22 Jun
05 Oct
06 Oct
Week 5
SAIW
23 Jun
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About Welding Safety
he SAIW Welding Safety course has been developed to provide the student with a
detailed understanding of safety aspects associated with welding practices.
The course has a practical and workshop component where the student will obtain first-hand
experience of welding and safe practices for this technology. The course also has a classroom
section which deals with regulations and standards that are in place to ensure safety in
the welding fabrication workshop. The course covers all the processes used in fabrication
workshops including the common welding processes, cutting, grinding and gouging.
The Welding Safety course is ideal for safety officers, supervisors and managers who are
involved with welding workshops.
Students are required to bring their PPE for the workshop component of this training course.

Corporate Member
Non-Member
Course Duration
R 8 800
R 9 500
3 days
This course is intended for:

Personnel carrying responsibility for safety in welding operations.
The ideal course for welding supervisors and safety officers
Duration
(hrs)
JHB 1
JHB 2
24
18 - 20 Apr
07 - 10 Aug
2017
Regulatory requirements of the OHS Act, Works Act Regulations and SANS 10238.
Aquaintance with safety procedures in welding processes.
all students to bring own safety boots and flame retardent overalls (cotton).
Please contact course administrator on weld.tech@saiw.co.za 011 298 2130 for further information
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About Robotic Welding
he Robotic Welding course provides training to personnel in the robotic welding

industry on welding technology that is applicable to automated welding processes. The
course is designed to give personnel the necessary theoretical knowledge on welding
technology by equipping the candidate to manage all aspects of a robotic welding operation
including design of the welding task, safety and troubleshooting of the welding operation.
The course includes the following: welding terminology; equipment for robotic welding;
technical drawings including interpretation and application; welding symbols; welding
processes and technologies for robotic welding including selection of welding parameters;
factors affecting the weld; identification of welding defects and causes; resolution of
welding defects; standards for welding defects (ISO 5817); jigs, fixtures, manipulators and
rotators; sensors used for welding robots; seam tracking technologies; principles of robotic
programming; welding safety; weld procedures and application to robotic welding.

Corporate Member
Non-Member
Course Duration
2017
R 24 370
R 26 300
10 days
No prior access conditions.
Duration
JHB 1
JHB 2
10 days
03 - 14 Jul
27 Nov - 08 Dec
SAIW
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About IIW Welding Practitioner
elding 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 Practitioner (IWP) course is ideal for welding personnel who wish to
progress their career and improve their knowledge of welding technology and quality control.
This course has both a theoretical and a practical component and covers:
Welding processes and equipment
Materials and their behaviour during welding, construction and design
Fabrication applications engineering
Practical Welding:
o Practical training is carried out on an individual basis with the main processes being
MMA, MIG/MAG, FCAW, TIG and Oxy-Fuel welding. Forty (40) hours are reserved
to broaden the students knowledge and skill in other relevant materials within this
main process. An additional twenty (20) hours shall be reserved to give the student
basic understanding of the possibilities of other processes
o NOTE: The student may be exempted from practical training under certain
circumstances
On completion of the course, students will have an understanding of:
The characteristics and main components of the most common arc welding power sources
The fundamentals of common and special welding processes and their applications
Consumables used in the different processes
Joint designs and weld configurations for specific materials, thicknesses, accessibility,
different loadings and allowable tolerances
Basic metallurgy of steels, testing of materials and heat treatments
Defects encountered with the various welding processes
And more see dedicated course brochure for additional details
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SAIW
IIW Welding Practitioner
2017
Johannesburg

Corporate Member
Non-Member
Course Duration
Theory Only
Practical Only
Combined
R 18 800
R 8 770
R 27 570
R 20 400
R 8 770
R 29 100
Practical: 8 days / Theory: 10 days / Exams: 2 hours
General Access Condition:

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
This 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
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
Duration
Practical Welding
8 days
JHB 1
JHB 2
Must be completed prior to commencing

the theory
Welding Processes and Equipment

Materials and their behaviour during welding
10 days
06 - 17 Feb
30 Oct - 10 Nov

Fabrication, Applications and Engineering
Examination
2 days
SAIW
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About IIW Welding Specialist

An International Institute of Welding Course
he Welding Specialist course is aimed at equipping personnel with the necessary skills
and technical knowledge to plan, execute, supervise and test welding operations within
a limited technical field involving simple welded constructions. The course has been
designed to meet the requirements of welding coordination personnel.
Welding supervisors and coordinators make a valuable contribution to welding operations,
especially with regards to cost, quality, productivity and safety. The course is specifically
aimed at supervisors and coordinators but is also suitable for personnel involved in training
and technical sales. Candidates of at least 20 years of age with a senior matric certificate
or N3 qualification, including mathematics and science and at least two years relevant
experience may apply. Candidates with a Grade 9 or equivalent certificate, plus five years
relevant experience will also be considered.
Candidates not meeting the above educational requirements may still be able to access the
course through artisan qualifications and experience. Contact the SAIW for more information.
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SAIW
IIW Welding Specialist
2017
Johannesburg

Corporate Member
Non-Member
Course Duration
Theory Only
Practical Only
Combined
R 38 600
R 8 770
R 47 370
R 42 000
R 8 770
R 50 770
General Access Conditions:

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
This course is intended for: Welding supervisors and coordinators and for personnel involved in training and technical sales.
Duration
JHB 1
JHB 2
JHB 3
JHB 4
8 days
16 - 25 Jan
13 - 23 Mar
15 - 24 May
19 - 28 Jun
13 - 20 Feb
18 - 25 Apr
03 - 10 Jul
17 - 24 Jul
22 - 31 Mar
22 - 31 May
08 - 18 Aug
28 Aug - 06 Sep
02 - 05 May
10 - 13 Jul
26 - 29 Sep
02 - 05 Oct
05 - 14 Jun
08 - 18 Aug
23 Oct - 01 Nov
13 - 22 Nov
Practical Welding
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.
26 days
Exemption is available from the practical training module
on application with a suitable CV showing experience with
Examination (4 x 2 hrs)
all the welding processes.
SAIW
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About International Welding

Specialist Bridging Course
Alternate Welding Inspector Route to obtain the

Specialist Diploma
he Welding Specialist Bridging course provides a route for candidates who have completed
SAIW Welding Inspector Level 2 to obtain the IIW International Welding Specialist diploma.
This one week training course covers the Welding Specialist syllabus requirements that are
not covered within the SAIW Welding Inspector Level 1 and Level 2 courses.
This course is aimed at equipping personnel with the necessary skills and technical knowledge
to coordinate welding activities within a fabrication environment. Welding supervisors and co
ordinators make a valuable contribution to welding operations especially with regards to cost,
quality, productivity and safety. The Welding Specialist Bridging course provides a route for
personnel to increase their welding inspection knowledge and skills to fulfil a welding supervision
and coordination role.
The normal access requirements for IIW Welding Specialist apply and candidates will be
required to write examinations for the four Welding Technology modules. Candidates will also
be required to undertake the practical module. This, however, may be exempt if the candidate
can demonstrate the requisite experience and knowledge of welding processes.

Theory Only
Practical Only
Combined
Corporate Member
R 13 200
R 8 770
R 21 970
Non-Member
R 14 200
R 8 770
R 22 970

Course Duration
5 days and 60 hours practical
JHB 1
To obtain the Specialist Diploma Level 7 and Level 2 plus IIW Specialist Briding
Course must be completed.
Course:
30 Jan - 03 Feb
Exam:
27 - 28 Mar
2017

1. Pass in SAIW Welding Inspection Level 1 and Senior Welding
Inspector Level 2 AND
2. Meet the access conditions for IIW Welding Specialist
JHB 2
Course:
22 - 26 May
JHB 3
Exam:
27 - 28 Jul
Course:
28 Aug - 01 sep
JHB 4
Exam:
23 - 24 Oct
Course:
13 - 17 Nov
Exam:
11 - 12 Dec
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SAIW
About IIW Welding

Technologist
An International Institute of Welding Course
he welding technologist course is aimed at equipping personnel with the necessary

skills and technical knowledge for the planning, executing, supervising and testing of the
tasks and responsibilities in welding fabrication, within a selective or limited technical
field involving simple welded constructions.
Engineering personnel, with a National Diploma in engineering or an equivalent qualification,
intending to pursue a career in welding fabrication should apply for this course. It is suitable for
engineers working on site and in fabrication workshops, in manufacturing, EPCM companies
and end users. The qualification is referenced as suitable for employees with welding
coordination responsibilities in ISO 3834 and ISO 14731 standards addressing welding quality
systems.
It is also an excellent qualification for Welding Coordination Personnel with the responsibility
for confirming the acceptability of welding procedures used in welded fabrications.
SAIW
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IIW Welding Technologist


Corporate Member
Non-Member
Course Duration
2017
Theory Only
Practical Only
Combined
R 63 800
R 8 770
R 72 570
R 69 400
R 8770
R 68 170
This course is intended for: 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.
Practical Welding

1. National diploma in Engineering from a Technical University (Technikon)
approved by ECSA
2. BSc degree in Engineering (Metallurgical, Mechanical or Electrical approved
by ECSA)
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
Duration
JHB 1
JHB 2
8 days
16 - 25 Jan
12 - 22 Jun
PLEASE NOTE:
The practical component aims to provide a candidate with
10 days
13 - 24 Feb
24 Jul - 04 Aug
knowledge on the control of the different welding processes.

The candidate will become as familiar as possible with the
13 days
22 Mar - 07 Apr
11 - 28 Sep
problems and typical defects associated with incorrect use of

the different welding methods.
13 days
05 - 12 May
20 - 27 Oct
10 days
26 Jun - 07 Jul
13 - 24 Nov
Examinations are held on 1st day of the following module
4x4 hrs
Exemption is available from the practical training module on

application with a suitable CV showing experience with all
the welding processes.
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SAIW
About Appreciation of Welding
elding 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 materials for the engineer to utilise including a large range of
ferrous alloys ranging from steel alloys through to cast iron as well as non-ferrous alloys.
Techniques have also been developed for welding plastics, ceramics and other exotic materials.
The Appreciation of Welding course is designed to provide candidates with an overview of
welding technology in order to understand welding better and make informed welding related
decisions.
With increasing operating stresses and temperatures, use of new materials and innovative
designs, engineers are finding it increasingly difficult to contain maintenance and fabrication
costs due to their lack of knowledge of welding technology and related sciences. With
increased knowledge of welding technology, it has been proven that substantial cost savings
are possible.
Personnel in senior positions must have an appreciation of welding technology to ensure that
maintenance, fabrication and construction work is being carried out effectively in terms of
quality and cost effectiveness.
SAIW
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Appreciation of Welding
Corporate Member
Non-Member
Course Duration
2017
R 13 200
R 14 200
5 days
This course is intended for: Personnel who specify welding for design, 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 suitable quality welds are produced and the design intent is met.

Duration
(per group)
(hrs)
40
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.
JHB
DURBAN
CAPE TOWN
Group 1
Group 1
Group 1
27 Feb - 03 Mar
06 - 10 Feb
18 - 22 Sep
Group 2
Group 2
05 - 09 Jun
30 Oct - 03 Nov
Group 3
13 - 17 Nov
CPD credits available for this course
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SAIW
About ASME Codes of

Construction
his 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 for project and maintenance engineers and engineering supervisors
with responsibility for boilers and pressure vessels as an introduction to the ASME codes.
Candidates should have a Grade 10 qualification as a minimum with 12 months welding
inspection experience. Candidates should preferably have completed the SAIW level 2 welding
inspector qualification prior to doing this course, which is a requirement for IPE certification.
The course addresses the requirements of ASME Section 1 rules of construction for power
boilers. ASME section VIII Division 1 rules of construction for pressure vessels, ASME
Section IX welding and brazing qualifications and NBIC National Board Inspection Code.
The following syllabus with an emphasis on code requirements for welding, fabrication
and inspection: design of vessels and boilers; allowable materials; strengthen calculations
for openings; fabrication requirements; qualification of welders and welding procedures;
Inspection and tests; marking and reports; pressure relief devices; duties of inspectors; using
the codes and calculations; practical solutions to problems.
Successful graduates will have an appreciation for the design requirements and be able to
use the codes and interpret and apply the fabrication and inspection requirements in their
daily work activities.
SAIW
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ASME Codes of Construction

Corporate Member
Non-Member
Course Duration
2017
R 24 370
R 26 300
10 days
This course is intended for: Welding fabrication inspectors, engineers, technologists, technicians and supervisors who wish to improve their knowledge of these codes.
Duration
(per group)
(hrs)
80
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; NBIC
It has been agreed, in conjunction with the relevant committees, that this course will be included in the modules
required for registration as an: - 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.
JHB
DURBAN
CAPE TOWN
Group 1
Group 1
Group 1
20 Feb - 03 Mar
27 Feb - 10 Mar
19 - 30 Jun
Group 2
Group 2
22 May - 02 Jun
28 Aug - 08 Sep
Group 3
28 Aug - 08 Sep
Group 4
20 Nov - 01 Dec
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SAIW
About AWS D1.1 Steel

Structures
WS 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 fabrication of steel structures including inspection, quality control
and fabrication should attend this course. Engineering personnel wishing to improve their
understanding of inspection and quality control during fabrication of steel structures are also
encouraged to attend this course.
This four-day course provides an analysis of this welding fabrication code and covers the
following aspects of the 2015 version of the code:
Section 1 - General requirements related to welded steel structures
Section 3 - Pre-qualified welding procedures
Section 4 - Welding procedure and performance qualification
Section 5 - Fabrication requirements
Section 6 - Inspection requirements including differences between structural steel and
pressurised equipment
Practical exercises in the interpretation of the code requirements
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.
SAIW
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AWS D1.1 Steel Structures

Corporate Member
Non-Member
Course Duration
2017
R 8 800
R 9 600
4 days
This course is intended: To focus on the fabrication and inspection requirements of this code. It is not intended to cover the design aspects.
Duration
(per group)
(hrs)
32
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.
Examination Self Assessment
JHB
DURBAN
CAPE TOWN
Group 1
Group 1
Group 1
20 - 24 Mar
02 - 05 May
02 - 05 May
Group 2
12 - 15 Jun
Group 3
26 - 29 Sep
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SAIW
About Heat Treatment

Practitioner
eat 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:
Theory: Basic metallurgy; heat treatment definitions; welding processes; welding effects on
materials why is heat treatment necessary?; heat treatment cycles, heating and cooling
rates, soaking temperatures, soaking times; code and material specification requirements
for welding; pre-heat, post-weld heat treatment, normalising, annealing, hydrogen removal;
methods of heat treatment; equipment machines, heaters, recorders, cables, thermocouples,
thermocouple welders, insulation materials; thermocouple locations; code requirements for
heating band width and insulation band width.
Practical: Determining pre- and post-weld heat treatment requirements to codes and standards;
determining heating and insulation band widths; determining heating configurations on
nozzles; setting up equipment for weld heat treatments thermocouples, heaters, insulation;
operating heat treatment equipment.
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.
SAIW
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Heat Treatment Practitioner
2017
Johannesburg
Corporate Member
Non-Member
Course Duration
R 26 300
R 28 400
10 days
This course: 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, EN13480, EN1345, AWS D1.1.
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.
Duration
(hrs)
JHB 1
JHB 2
80
30 Jan- 10 Feb
13 - 24 Nov
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.
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SAIW
About Heat Treatment for

Engineering
eat treatment may be defined as the controlled heating and cooling of metals and alloys
in order to bring about desired microstructural and property changes. By manipulating
the microstructure the properties can be altered to suit requirements. The Heat
Treatment for Engineering course covers the processes used to manipulate the microstructure
and properties of steel. Steel is the most used material owing to the versatility of the material.
In part, the range of properties which may be obtained from steel is due to the response of
this material from heat treatment. This five day course is intended for personnel who are
involved in the engineering field and conduct, utilise or specify heat treatment processes
for engineering components. The course will deepen the understanding of the science and
technology of heat treatments and their effects on the properties of the material.

Corporate Member
R 12 160
Non-Member
R 13 120

Course Duration
4 days
2017
Course Outline: The nature and basic properties of metals, alloying, metallurgical reactions and microstructures Iron/carbon system and microstructures Heat treatments
processes and hardening of steel Martensitic transformation and tempering of martensite Isothermal transformation of steel, TTT and CCT diagrams Quenching and
hardenability of steel Surface treatments, induction hardening, plasma and LASER treatments .Alloy and tool steels and their heat treatment Cast iron heat treatments
Heat treatment of stainless steels
JHB
12 - 15 Jun
SAIW
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About Competent Persons

Training Course
he 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 for engineering personnel responsible for in-service inspection
requirements according to the Pressure Equipment Regulations (PER). The qualification will
ensure that the users responsibility in terms of the in-service inspection requirements of the
PER are appropriately managed.
Competent persons perform the in-service inspections which are required by the Pressure
Equipment Regulations (PER) according to the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Competent
persons are required to be certified by the SAQCC CP certification body and it is an essential
requirement that the candidates have successfully completed an approved training course
for certification.
CP PV
Core Syllabus
5 Days
Foundation Course
Welding and NDT
Syllabus
5 Days
Exemption from the Foundation
Week is possible depending on
prior training qualifications
For PV Certification limited to

air receivers or small autoclaves
PLUS
CP PV Additional
Plant Syllabus
20 Days
For unlimited PV Certification
CP Steam Generator
Core Syllabus
10 Days
NOTE: The Competent Person Foundation module is mandatory for all new students not holders of Welding
Inspector qualification (SAIW Level 1).
Continued on next page
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SAIW
About Competent Persons

Training Course (Continued)
Certification is available in two categories pressure vessels or steam generators. In the
case of pressure vessels, there are two basic sub-categories; limited or unlimited. Limited
certification is aimed at those personnel working only in the field of inspection of compressor
air receivers or small medical autoclaves. Other pressure vessel inspectors working in the
industry, including refinery and process industries or power generation industries are
required to have unlimited certification.
It is recommended that candidates should have a minimum of Grade 10 or an equivalent
qualification and some relevant experience in inspection or operation of pressurised
equipment, however, all candidates will be considered.
Successful candidates will: have a basic knowledge of common welding processes used
in steam generator manufacture and repair and the defects that may occur in original
manufacture; have gained knowledge and understanding of the defects that arise in service
and possible equipment failure mechanisms; have gained knowledge of the suitability of NDT
test methods; understand the roles and responsibilities of the USER, the AIA in-service and
the competent person inspector in complying with the in-service inspection requirements of
the PER; have sufficient technical knowledge to be able to perform in-service inspection of
steam generators.
SAIW
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Competent Persons Foundation Week

Corporate Member
Non-Member
Course Duration
2017
R 14 000
R 14 500
5 days
This course is intended for: The SAIW Competent Person courses are ideal for persons intending to work as inpsectors 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. These courses are also suitable for engineering personnel responsible for
inservice inspection requirements according to the Pressure Equipment Regulations (PER).
Duration
(per group)
(hrs)
40
This one week Foundation Course covers an introduction to the common welding processes, their application and
the defects arising; common non-destructive testing methods, their application, advantages and disadvantages.
DURBAN
CAPE TOWN
Group 1
Group 1
Group 1
23 - 27 Jan
30 Jan - 03 Feb
06 - 10 Mar
Group 2
06 - 10 Mar
NOTE: The Competent Person Foundation module is mandatory for all new students not holders of Welding
Inspector qualification (SAIW Level 1). This Foundation Week is an introduction to welding and NDT for those
candidates who do not have any qualifications or experience on those fields.
Examination
JHB
Group 3
21 - 25 Aug
Training Evaluation:
The Foundation Week ends with an 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.
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SAIW
Competent Person Pressure Vessels Core Week

Corporate Member
Non-Member
Course Duration
R 14 000
R 14 500
5 days
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 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.
2017

Completed Competent Persons Foundation Module or hold a Welding Inspector
qualification (SAIW Level 1). For description and dates of the CP Foundation Module
see page 38.
Duration
(per group)
(hrs)
40
JHB
DURBAN
CAPE TOWN
Group 1
Group 1
Group 1
06 - 10 Mar
19 - 23 Jun
29 May - 02 Jun
Group 2
26 - 30 Jun
Group 3
04 - 08 Sep
Examination (2 x 1.5 hrs)
The Core Week examination has two parts, which ensure candidates understand the requirements of the PER and have a good general knowledge of the common defects and failure mechanisms arising with pressure
vessels in-service.
SAIW
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Competent Person Steam Generators Core Week

Corporate Member
Non-Member
Course Duration
R 28 200
R 29 000
10 days
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 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.
2017

Completed Competent Persons Foundation Module or hold a Welding Inspector
qualification (SAIW Level 1). For description and dates of the CP Foundation Module
see page 38.
Duration
(per group)
(hrs)
80
JHB
DURBAN
CAPE TOWN
Group 1
Group 1
Group 1
20 Feb - 03 Mar
27 Feb - 10 Mar
30 Oct - 10 Nov
Group 2
22 May - 02 Jun
Group 3
30 Oct - 10 Nov
Examination (2 x 2.5 hrs)
The Core Week examination has two parts which ensure candidates understand the requirements of the PER and have a good general knowledge of the common defects and failure mechanisms arising with steam generators
in-service.
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SAIW
About Process Plant Inspection
he Process Plant Inspection course is a follow-on course from the Competent Person
Pressure Vessel course. This course builds on pre-existing inspection knowledge and
is focused on areas of knowledge which are needed specifically for process plant
equipment.
The course has been specifically designed for the petrochemical industry to address the
inspection requirements on a petrochemical refinery and is focused around the best operating
standards developed by the American Petroleum Institute (API).
On completion of this course, the candidate may apply for unlimited certification for
Competent Persons: Pressure Vessels. Persons intending to complete the SAIW inspection
diploma should apply for this course, as it is an essential module for this diploma.
Module 1 API 510: Pressure Vessel Inspection Code: In-service inspection, rating, repair
and alteration; ASME VIII: Rules for Construction of Pressure Vessels Div 1 Calculations
to API 510; ASME IX: Welding, Brazing and Fusing Qualifications Procedure and welder
qualification; Engineering Drawing and Design.
Module 2 API 574: Inspection Practices of Piping System Components; API 570 Piping
Inspection Code: In-service inspection, repair, and alteration of piping systems; ASME B31.3
Process Piping; API 576 Inspection of Pressure Relieving Devices.
Module 3 API 571: Damage mechanisms affecting fixed equipment in the refining industry;
API 580 Risk Based Inspection; Process Equipment Knowledge; API 572 Inspection of Pressure
Vessels ; Towers, Drums, Reactors, Heat Exchangers and Condensers Process Equipment;
Process Diagrams; Recommended Repair Methods (National Board Inspection Code).
Module 4 API 579: Fitness for service; Advanced NDT; API 653: Tank inspection repair,
alteration and reconstruction; Report writing.
SAIW
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Process Plant Inspection

Johannesburg
Corporate Member
Non-Member
Course Duration
MODULE 1
Examination (approx. 1 x 1 hr)
MODULE 2
MODULE 3
MODULE 4
2017

Completed Competent Persons Pressure Vessel Core Week (see page 36) or Senior Welding Inspector
(SAIW Level 2).
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.
R 37 100
R 40 100
20 days
Duration
(hrs)
JHB 1
JHB 2
DBN
40
15 - 18 May
16 - 19 Oct
16 - 19 Oct
19 May
20 Oct
20 Oct
40
22 - 25 May
23 - 26 Oct
23 - 26 Oct
26 May
27 Oct
27 Oct
40
10 - 13 Jul
20 - 23 Nov
20 - 23 Nov
14 Jul
24 Nov
24 Nov
40
17 - 20 Jul
27 - 30 Nov
27 - 30 Nov
21 Jul
01 Dec
01 Dec
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SAIW
About Paint Inspectors
he 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 content of the course enables the candidate not only to assess the
application process and newly applied protective layers, but also to identify coating damage
on established installations.
Candidates who are involved in the surface preparation, paint application or corrosion
protection industries, who want to further their career opportunities in the supervisory or
coating evaluation facets of corrosion protection of engineering materials, may apply.
Course content includes:
Theory: Principles of corrosion; corrosion protection; selection of coating systems; surface
preparation methods and applicable standards; paint constituents; application methods
and applicable standards; paint specifications and datasheets; measurement and evaluation
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.
SAIW
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Paint Inspectors
2017
Johannesburg
Corporate Member
Non-Member
Course Duration
R 13 300
R 14 400
4 days and 1 day examination
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.
Duration
(hrs)
JHB 1
JHB 2
JHB 3
JHB 4
JHB 5
32
30 Jan - 03 Feb
13 - 17 Mar
26 - 30 Jun
02 - 06 Oct
20 - 24 Nov
DBN
17 - 21 Jul
PRACTICAL: Assessment of environmental conditions relating to coating

application, perform inspections on newly prepared substrates, evaluate newly
coated surfaces, teste 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.
Examination: Multiple choice 2 hrs; Narrative 2 hrs; Practical 3 hrs
CPT
21 - 25 Aug
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SAIW
About Welding Symbols
elding 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 fabrication drawings must be able to interpret welding symbols to prepare the
joint and apply a weld that meets the specifications. Welding inspectors must be able to read
and interpret welding plans.
The welding symbol course provides a detailed review of the use of welding symbols in the
fabrication environment. The course covers the use of the European system for welding
symbols (ISO 2553) as well as the use of the American system (AWS A2.4). The course will also
deal with the difficulties encountered in engineering design and fabrication workshops with
the use of two different systems. Concepts covered in the course include orthographic views,
joint types and weld types, basic joint geometry, key terms, and basic rules of welding symbols
and non-destructive testing symbols. The course covers all types of welds including groove
welds, fillet welds, plug and slot welds, spot and projection welds, and stud, seam, surfacing,
and edge welds.
This course is ideal for all fabrication personnel including welding supervisors, quality controllers
and welding inspectors. The course is also ideal for personnel involved in engineering design
as well as draughting and detailing personnel.

Corporate Member
Non-Member
Course Duration
R 2 900
R 3 200
1 day
JHB 1
JHB 2
DBN
CPT
22 Mar
26 Sep
07 Aug
12 Jun
2017
No general access conditions

SAIW
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Welding Metallurgy
elding usually involves the melting of a filler metal and its deposition in a groove
between two pieces of solid metal in order to join them. This and similar processes
involve some important physical and chemical processes such as the rapid heating,
melting and superheating of the filler metal and possible reactions that may take place
between the molten or re-solidified metal from contact with the atmosphere and the parent
metal(s): the fast re-solidification of the molten metal upon contact with the cold parent
metal(s) and its effects on the structure and properties of the weld: the rapid heating and
cooling of the parent metal(s) and their effects on the structure and properties of the heat
affected zone: reactions between the parent metal and the environment due to the heating
and cooling cycles.
The response of metals and alloys to welding is different to that in other processes due to
the rapid heating and cooling cycles. The heating cycle leads to substantial overheating while
the rapid cooling cycles lead to substantial undercooling, which has a significant effect on the
microstructure and properties of the metals concerned. This course deals with fusion welding
and its characteristics followed by a discussion of solid state welding and joint properties. The
metallurgy of carbon, low alloy and high alloy steels including stainless steels is discussed in
relation to welding.
Preheating and post weld heat treatment are dealt with as well as stresses and distortion. The
metallurgy of dissimilar metal joints and the welding of castings and clad materials are dealt
with. Quality assurance in welding is finally discussed.

Corporate Member
R 15 200

Non-Member
R 16 400
Duration
Course Duration
5 days
(hrs)
This course should prove of value to welding personnel who may not have a
sound appreciation of the metallurgical principles of welding.
40
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2017
JHB
27 Feb - 03 Mar
SAIW
Failure Analysis
ngineering components and structures will fail at some stage. Those failures which occur
after the design life has been exceeded are normally easy to predict and manage. What
is of concern are the unexpected or premature failures which may result in substantial
financial loss and often injury or loss of life. There are indeed countless examples of recent
catastrophic failures which had dire consequences. Many of these failures can be prevented
by taking appropriate steps at the outset and all failures of importance should be analyzed to
ensure they do not happen again.
It is important for the design engineer to appreciate that codes and specifications do not tell
one everything there is to know about structural materials and their behaviour, just like a
chemical analysis does not reveal much about a steel and its properties. This course aims to
review the mechanical properties of metals and alloys and the more common failure types
and how to avoid them. The principles of failure analysis will be discussed in some detail. The
characteristics of the different failure types will be outlined including those of ductile failure,
brittle failure, fatigue fracture, torsion failure, creep failure, corrosion failures, wear failures
and failures due to inadequate design. It also covers aspects of embrittlement and defects
arising from fabrication processes which may initiate failure.
The treatment will be fundamentally descriptive and candidates with a basic engineering or
technical background should benefit from this course. Some case studies will be presented to
illustrate various failures and their treatment.

Corporate Member
R 12 160

Non-Member
R 13 120
Course Duration
4 days
The treatment of the course content will be fundamentally descriptive and attendees with a basic engineering or technical
background should benefit. Some case studies will be presented to illustrate various failures and their treatment.
2017
Duration
(hrs)
JHB
32
26 - 29 Sep
SAIW
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Weld Quality Management and

Welding Coordination:
ISO 3834 and ISO 14731
anufacturing 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.
Price (including VAT)

R 3 200
Course Duration
1 day
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.
JHB 1
JHB 2
JHB 3
CPT 1
CPT 2
30 Mar
27 Jul
09 Nov
15 Jun
19 Oct
DBN 1
DBN 2
25 May
28 Sep
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SAIW
Material Testing Laboratory

In addition to the SAIWs certification, consultancy and industry support services, the 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 identification
Bruker S1 Titan XRF analyser
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
SAIW
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Steps
Career Planning
4
ASME
Code of Construction
SAIW
Paint Inspector
2 Weeks
1 Week
ASME Diploma
SAIW Paint Inspector

Diploma
To obtain an IIW Inspector

Standard Diploma
Must have (Mathematics and
Science at Matric Level) and
two years industry experience
Entry
Practical Welding
Introduction
2 Weeks
Welding Inspector
(Level 1)
4 Weeks
Senior
Welding Inspector
(Level 2)
5 Weeks
OR
OR
IWIP Basic Level
IWIP Standard Level
After
Completion
You will
receive
Certificate of Attendance
Welding Inspection Diploma at a

relevant level
PLUS
RT Interpreters
2 Weeks
PLUS
2 Years IPE Experience

(18 Tasks)
IPE Certification
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SAIW
for Inspectors
6
Competent Person
Steam Generators
Core Week
CP Experience
Qualification
Dependent*
10
Apply for
Certification
11
Outcome
CP Steam Generators
2 Weeks
ISO 9712
NDT Modules
PT (level 1 & 2)
MT (Level 1 & 2)
UT (Level 1)
RT: VT: ECT
Competent Person
Foundation Module
(If no Inspector Level 1)
Competent Person
Pressure Vessels
Core Week
Industry Specific
Module
Eg. Process Plant Inspection
21Weeks
1 Week
1 Week
4 Weeks
1
Years
Exp
Inspection
Technology
Diploma
Specialist or
Technology
Management
Career
Do Step 1 to 10
After Relevant Industrial

Experience
CP Experience
Qualification Dependant*
(Vessel Inspection)
CP Experience
Qualification Dependant*
(Vessel Inspection)
Apply for Certification
CP Pressure Vessels
Certification Limited
CP Pressure Vessels
Certification Unlimited
*See CP guidelines for application for initial certification.
SAIW
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Career Plan for International Welding Inspection Personnel

Steps
Matric with pass in Maths

and Science with overall
average of 50%
Pass Welding Quality

Control
Pass IIW Welding
Practitioner
IWIP
Basic Level
Two years professional

welding related experience
Two years working at

the Basic Level
IWIP
Standard Level
International
Welding Specialist
Complete all requirments
for the Basic and Standard
Levels as per above chart
(Details on application)
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Two years working at

the Standard Level
IWIP
Comprehensive
International
Welding
Technologist
Complete all requirments
for the Basic, Standard
and Comprehensive Levels
as per above chart
(Details on application)
SAIW
About Practical Welder Training
he Practical Welder Training course is tailored around the needs of the student. The
training will be geared to meet the needs of the student welder, whether the student
is a beginner welder or a skilled welder, who just needs to improve his technique in a
particular area.
Practical welder training can be booked in blocks of a week to address the particular areas
where the student requires training.
Training can be provided for practical welding with the following welding processes:
SMAW / MMA Stick welding
GMAW / MIG / MAG CO2 welding
GTAW / TIG welding Argon welding
FCAW Flux cored welding
SAW Submerged arc welding
Training can be undertaken for welding in all positions. At the end of the training period, a
welder qualification in accordance with any of the fabrication standards (e.g. ASME IX, AWS
D1.1, ISO 9606) can be undertaken and issued on a successful result.
SAIW
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Practical Welder Training
2017
Johannesburg
introduction
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.
Price (including VAT)

Minimum booking for training
5 days
Welder Competency Test per test piece

R 2 500

Students are to supply their own personal protective equipment (safety boots, flame retardent overall)
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.
MAIN PROCESS
SMAW: Shielded Metal Arc Welding
GMAW: Gas Metal Arc Welding
GTAW: Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
MMA: Manual Metal Arc Welding
MIG/MAG: Inert or Active Gas Welding
TIG: Tungsten Inert Gas Welding
R 5 480 per week
R 5 480 per week
R 5 480 per week
FILLET WELDER
PLATE WELDER
PIPE WELDER
1F, 2F, 3F, 4F and 5F
1G, 2G, 3G and 4G
1G, 2G, 5G and 6G
FCAW: Flux Cored Arc Welding

R 5 480 per week
MAIN POSITIONS
Castings, Special materials

Welding of castings, Welding of alloy steels, Oxy-fuel welding and brazing, Oxy-fuel cutting, Stove pipe welding.
R 6 400 per week (For Castings and Special Alloys Material and Consumables are to be supplied by candidate attending)
Add 30% to price list for training using Aluminium or Stainless Steel suppplied by SAIW or student to supply own material.
Please inform us 10 days prior to commencement of training your choice of type, grade of material and dimensions.

Courses run weekly Monday Friday. To confirm booking full payment is required.
Please contact course administrator on prac.weld@saiw.co.za or 011 298 2119
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SAIW
About IIW International Welder

INTRODUCTION
outh Africa is in need of high quality welding skills. The International Institute of
Welding (IIW) has developed a training programme for welders where the IIW seeks to
achieve harmonisation in the training, examination and qualification testing of welders
in the world. The training and assessment is linked to the requirements of ISO 9606, which
provides a scheme for qualification testing of welders. Internationally, and specifically in
South Africa, industry requires welders with more skill for the sake of flexibility in production.
The International Welder programme provides a combination of comprehensive theoretical
knowledge and high practical skills assessed by tests of increasing difficulty including ISO 9606
qualification tests and by theoretical examinations. The programme is presented at three
different levels which are progressive, fillet, plate and pipe welder.
Training times for practical welding vary from person to person; therefore the training times
detailed on page 60 are based on previous training experience. It is possible to finish the
required modules in a shorter period of time whilst some individuals may require additional
training time compared to that indicated in the table on page 60.
OBTAINING QUALIFICATION FOR EXPERIENCED WELDERS

Experienced welders may enter the programme at any level. In order to obtain the
qualification, the relevant theory training and examination will need to be completed along
with all the relevant qualification (including lower levels, ie Module A & B) tests pertaining
to the qualification required. Example: If a welder requires the International Pipe Welder
qualification (all positions) for TIG welding, the theory modules and examinations (A, B, C &
ST 9 days) would need to be completed and the 5 qualification tests (Fillet, Plate & Pipe) as
detailed opposite. No practical training is necessary if the welder is competent to achieve the
required quality standard as detailed in international standards (ISO 9606) for all the required
qualification tests. Once an assessment has been undertaken on the welders skill level, an
individual training programme can be specified which will be quoted individually.
SAIW
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About IIW International Welder

(continued)
OUTCOMES OF TRAINING
Upon completion of the course, trainees will be able to demonstrate the required level of skill
in accordance with ISO9606 or similar standard (ASME IX) and pass the required theoretical
examination. Candidates will be able to produce basic Fillet, Plate and Pipe Welds with the
chosen welding process depending on the level of qualification and have a basic understanding
of the theory of welding. The graduating welder will be awarded with an IIW Diploma plus a
Welder Performance Qualification (WPQ) as per International Standards.
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SAIW
IIW International Welder
2017
Johannesburg
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.
Welding Process
SMAW (MMA)
Stick Welding
GTAW (TIG)
Argon Welding
GMAW (MAG) & FCAW

CO2 & Flux Core Welding
Theory
Module
All Processes
Practical
Module
Training
Period
Qualification
Tests
ISO 9606
Practical
Module
Training
Period
Qualification
Tests
ISO 9606
Practical
Module
Training
Period
Qualification
Tests
ISO 9606
International
Fillet Welder
Module A 4 days
12 weeks
practical
including
theory
module
2 test pieces
12 weeks
practical
including
theory
module
2 test pieces
12 weeks
practical
including
theory
module
4 test pieces
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 113 600
R 104 000
R 90 200
Additional
Material Specific
Theory Modules
Stainless Steel Module PSS: 1 day

Aluminium Module PAL: 1 day
(* Modules presented on special request only)
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.
Pricing
Core Module: R 52 500 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 booked
at the above price to complete the International Welder training programme
as required.
Additional weeks: R4 780 including VAT per additional week.
Individual training weeks can be purchased at the above rate as required
in order to complete a further qualification after the core module has been
completed, qualification tests undertaken during training periods are inclusive.
THEORY MODULES (Training and Examination)
International Welder theory module dates

JHB 1
JHB 2
JHB 3
JHB 4
Week 1
06 - 10 Feb
15 - 19 May
24 - 28 Jul
20 - 24 Nov
Week 2
13 - 17 Feb
22 - 26 May
31 Jul - 04 Aug
27 Nov - 01 Dec
Theory modules may be taken independently or all modules undertaken

collectively.
Fillet Welder Core Module Module A
R 4780 including VAT
Plate Welder Core Module Module B
Pipe Welder Core Module Module C
Process Specific Modules - Module SA, ST, SM
R 1710 including VAT each
Material Specific Modules Module PSS, PAL
R 1 710 including VAT each
All modules undertaken collectively
(2 weeks training)
Qualification Tests Only: R 2 500 each including VAT
Please contact course administrator on prac.weld@saiw.co.za or 011 298 2119
SAIW
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Re-write Examinations
2017
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.
Please note: C/B = closed book and O/B = open book
Calendar Week (All levels)
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Prices per Theory Paper & per Practical Exam
R 1 710
R 1 710
R 1 710
R 1 710
R 1 710
Week 3: 23 - 27 Jan
L1 C/B & O/B
L1 Prac
L2 C/B & O/B
L2 Prac
Misc.
Week 9: 27 Feb - 03 Mar
L1 C/B & O/B
L1 Prac
L2 C/B & O/B
L2 Prac
Misc.
Week 13: 27 - 31 Mar
Holiday
L1 C/B & O/B
L2 C/B & O/B + L1 Prac
L2 Prac
Misc.
Week 16: 18 - 21 Apr
L1 C/B & O/B
L1 Prac
Holiday
L2 C/B & O/B
L2 Prac & Misc.
Week 17: 24 Apr
Holiday
L1 C/B & O/B
L2 C/B & O/B + L1 Prac
L2 Prac
Misc.
Misc.
Holiday
Misc.
Week 22: 29 May - 02 Jun
L1 C/B & O/B
L2 C/B & O/B
L1 Prac
L2 Prac
Week 26: 26 - 30 Jun
L1 C/B & O/B
L1 Prac
L2 C/B & O/B
L2 Prac
Misc.
Week 30: 24 - 28 Jul
L1 C/B & O/B
Holiday
L1 Prac: L2 C/B & O/B
L2 Prac
Misc.
Week 34: 21 - 25 Aug
L1 C/B & O/B
L1 Prac
L2 C/B & O/B
L2 Prac
Misc.
Week 37: 11 - 15 Sep
L1 C/B & O/B
L1 Prac
L2 C/B & O/B
L2 Prac
Misc.
Week 43: 23 - 27 Oct
L1 C/B & O/B
L1 Prac
L2 C/B & O/B
L2 Prac
Misc.
Week 48: 27 Nov - 01 Dec
L1 C/B & O/B
L1 Prac
L2 C/B & O/B
L2 Prac
Misc.
Week 49: 04 - 08 Dec
C/B
O/B
Prac
C/B & O/B
Prac
Note: International Welding prices per theory paper = R 350,00. * Valid until end 2019
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SAIW
About Non Destructive Testing (NDT)
on 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.
Training
SAIW-NDT, being an SAQCC-NDT Approved Training Organisation (ATO), provides courses in compliance with
the requirements of the SAQCC Scheme and the international standard for qualification and certification of
NDT personnel namely ISO 9712: 2012.
The ISO technical reports of ISO TR 25107 (Syllabus) and ISO TR 25108 (Service Provider) are used as guides
for the training programmes, designed to facilitate ISO 9712: SAQCC NDT qualification. Compliance with
these documents is established via an annual assessment and on-going monitor programme, controlled by
the personnel certification body (PCB), which, in this case, is SAIW Certification.
NDT Training is provided at all levels defined in ISO 9712 namely Level 1, 2 and 3 and for the following
methods:
Surface Testing: Eddy Current Testing (ECT); Magnetic Testing (MT); Penetrant Testing (PT); Visual Testing
(VT).
Volumetric Testing: Radiographic testing (RT); Ultrasonic Testing (UT).
A progressive NDT career path in NDT could consist of the following:
VT 1 PT 1 MT 1 ECT 1 VT 2 MT 2 PT 2 ECT 2 RT Safety RT 1 UT 1 RT 2 UT 2
Progression into NDT Level 3 is strongly advised should a candidate be interested in developing, maintaining
and managing the quality environment / systems within which NDT is performed.
You are invited to visit our website http://www.saiw.co.za/ for more detail.
SAIW
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About Non Destructive Testing

(NDT) (Continued)
Nationally, the requirements of IAEA Tecdoc 628 and ASNT CP 105 are also considered and
included in the NDT training syllabus when pursuing a MERSETA NDT related occupation.
Internationally, NDT is a regional designated training centre for the International Atomic
Energy Agency (IAEA) and the secretariat for the African Federation of NDT. International
co-operation and harmonisation of NDT is achieved via the world organisation of NDT called
the International Committee for NDT (ICNDT).
Qualification
Qualification is defined as the demonstration of physical attributes, knowledge, skill, training
and experience required to properly perform NDT tasks. According to ISO 9712, a candidate
must complete an independent qualification examination once the training has been
provided.
Certification
Certification is defined as the procedure used by the certification body to confirm that the
qualification requirements for a method, level and sector have been fulfilled, leading to the
issuing of a certificate. Personnel certification depends on the submission of the following
during the application:
Continued on next page
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SAIW
About Non Destructive Testing

(NDT) (Continued)
Being trained at an approved ATO
Passing the qualification examination
Submitting a valid (not older than 6 months) vision acuity certificate from registered
optometrist for submitting a verifiable industrial experience log book for a period as
stipulated on the SAIW website and based on ISO 9712. This must include company
specific training and assessment as well as specific tasks as detailed in the Professional
Body for NDTs log book
SAIW Certification is an internationally recognised Personnel Certification Body accredited by
SANAS based on ISO 17024 under the scope of ISO 9712 Schedule 2.
International harmonisation of personnel certification schemes and bodies is achieved via an
ICNDT operating procedure and Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) Registration.
SAIW
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Training: NDT Access Conditions

Level 1 : MT, VT, PT
2017
Direct access to the course shall be granted if the candidate has passed both mathematics and science at Grade 10 (Proof of Grade 10 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 Nelson Mandela
Metropiltan University Certificate 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).
Level 1 : UT, RT, ECT
Alternatively, the candidate shall be required to pass a Proficiency Exam for surface methods, prior to being eligible to sit the applicable 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.
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.
Level 3 - All Methods
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)
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.
Please contact course administrator on ndt@saiw.co.za 011 298 2106
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SAIW
Appreciation of NDT for Engineers Course

Prices (Including VAT)
GENERAL NDT
NDT Method and Level
Appreciation of NDT for Engineers

Mandatory Access
Gr 12 with Maths & Science
OR
Proficiency Test 70% Conditions
Course
Code
Industrial
Sector
UT211
Pre- and Inservice Testing
Product Sector
Duration
Training
40 hours
Examination
N/A
Training
& Initial
Examination
(Non
Members)
11 300
Training
& Initial
Examination
(Corporate
Members)
10 750
Course Dates
Initial
Certification
2 300
JHB - Gr. 1
DBN - Gr. 1
CPT - Gr. 1
TRA 13 - 17 Feb
TRA 13 - 17 Mar
TRA 10 - 14 Jul
NDT LEVEL 3: Basic SAQCC Scheme

NDT Level 3 Basic (ISO 9712)
Mandatory Access
Tertiary Qualification Advantageous
& Level 2 Qualification in at least 2 Surface
& 1 Volumetric Methods Conditions
NDT3_
NDT 3.A
Part A Materials

and Processes
Part B Qual & Cert
Schemes
Part C NDT Level 2
Training
80 hours
Examination
8 hours
JHB - Gr. 1
TRA 08 - 19 May
16 930
16 100
2 300
EXAM 20 - 21 May
(Sat & Sun)
EDDY CURRENT TESTING (ECT) - SAQCC Scheme
SURFACE METHODS : ISO 9712
Eddy Current Testing (ECT)

Level 1
Mandatory Access Conditions
OR
Proficiency Test 70%
Level 2
ECT 1.A Qualification (Training &
Examination)
ADVANCED OPTION
Level 2
ECT 2.A Certification
Level 3
ECT 2.A Qualification
(Training & Examination)
+ NDT Level 3 Basic
SAIW
ETC 1.A
ECT1A_
ETC 2.A
ECT2A_
ETC 2.5
ECT25
ETC 3.A
ECT3A_

ETC 1.1 Surface
ETC 1.2 Tubes
ECT 2.1 Surface

ECT 2.2 Tubes
ECT 2.3 Complex
Shapes
Digital Application and

Signal Analysis
Training
80 hours
Examination
40 hours
Training
80 hours
Examination
40 hours
Training
80 hours
Examination
40 hours
Training
18 hours
Examination
16 hours
JHB - Gr. 1
21 400
19 670
2 300
JHB - Gr. 2
JHB - Gr. 3
TRA 27 Feb - 10 Mar
TRA 19 - 30 Jun
TRA 28 Aug - 08 Sep
EXAM 13 - 17 Mar
EXAM 03 - 07 Jul
EXAM 11 - 15 Sep
JHB - Gr. 1
21 400
19 670
2 300
28 200
26 870
2 300
TRA 06 - 17 Nov
EXAM 20 - 24 Nov
SUBJECT TO DEMAND
JHB - Gr. 1
TRA 22 - 27 May (Sat)
16 930
16 120
2 300
EXAM 12 Jun
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MAGNETIC TESTING (MT) - SAQCC Scheme

Course
Code
Industrial
Sector
Product Sector
Duration
Training
Training
& Initial
& Initial
Examination Examination
(Non
(Corporate
Members)
Members)
Course Dates
Initial
Certification
JHB - Gr. 1
Magnetic Testing (MT)
Level 1

OR
MT 1.A
MT1A_
Pre- and
In-service
Testing

MT 1.1 Forgings
MT 1.2 Castings
MT 1.3 Welds
Training
32 hours
Examination
8 hours
TRA 09 - 12 Jan
TRA 13 - 16 Feb
TRA 06 - 09 Mar
JHB - Gr. 4 (COMPANY) JHB - Gr. 5 (COMPANY)

TRA 27 - 30 Mar
TRA 03 - 06 Apr
EXAM 13 Jan
EXAM 17 Feb
EXAM 10 Mar
EXAM 31 Mar
JHB - Gr. 6 (COMPANY)

13 000
12 000
2 300

MT 1.A Qualification (Training
& Examination)
MT 2.A
MT2A_
TRA 21 - 24 Aug
TRA 26 - 29 Sep

TRA 02 - 05 Oct
EXAM 18 Apr
EXAM 10 May
EXAM 25 Aug
EXAM 30 Sep (Sat)
EXAM 06 Oct
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Training
32 hours
Examination
8 hours
12 000
2 300
DBN - Gr. 2
DBN - Gr. 3
TRA 20 - 23 Nov
TRA 30 Jan - 02 Feb
TRA 05 - 08 Jun
TRA 11 - 14 Sep
EXAM 24 Nov
EXAM 3 Feb
EXAM 09 Jun
EXAM 15 Sep
JHB - Gr. 2
JHB - Gr. 3
JHB - Gr. 4
JHB - Gr. 5
TRA 23 - 26 Jan
TRA 20 - 23 Feb
TRA 13 - 16 Mar
TRA 22 - 25 May
TRA 19 - 22 Jun
EXAM 27 Jan
EXAM 24 Feb
EXAM 17 Mar
EXAM 26 May
EXAM 23 Jun

13 000
DBN - Gr. 1
EXAM 7 Apr
TRA 15 - 18 May
JHB - Gr. 11
TRA 26 - 29 Jun
TRA 03 - 06 Jul
TRA 31 Jul - 03 Aug
TRA 27 - 30 Nov

TRA 04 - 07 Dec
EXAM 30 Jun
EXAM 07 Jul
EXAM 04 Aug
EXAM 01 Dec
EXAM 08 Dec
JHB - Gr. 8
JHB - Gr. 9
DBN - Gr. 1
DBN - Gr. 2
TRA 11 - 14 Dec
TRA 10 - 13 Jul
TRA 16 - 19 Oct
EXAM 15 Dec
EXAM 14 Jul
EXAM 20 Oct
JHB - Gr. 1

Level 3
MT 2.A Qualification
+
NDT Level 3 Basic
Pre- and
In-service
Testing

MT 2.1 Forgings
MT 2.2 Castings
MT 2.3 Welds
JHB - Gr. 7
JHB - Gr. 3
TRA 10 - 13 Apr
JHB - Gr. 1
Level 2
JHB - Gr. 2
MT 3.A
MT3A_
Pre- and
In-service
Testing
Multi-sector
Training
40 hours
Examination
16 hours
TRA 29 May - 02 Jun
16 900
16 100
2 300
EXAM 13 Jun
SAIW
PENETRANT TESTING (PT) - SAQCC Scheme

Course
Code
Industrial
Sector
Product Sector
Duration
Training
Training
& Initial
& Initial
(Non
(Corporate
Members)
Members)
Course Dates
Initial
Certification
JHB - Gr. 1
Penetrant Testing (PT)
Level 1

OR
PT 1.A
PT1A_
Pre- and
In-service
Testing

PT 1.1 Forgings
PT 1.2 Castings
PT 1.3 Welds
Training
32 hours
Examination
8 hours
TRA 09 - 12 Jan
TRA 06 - 09 Feb

TRA 27 - 30 Mar

TRA 03 - 06 Apr
TRA 03 - 06 Apr
EXAM 13 Jan
EXAM 10 Feb
EXAM 31 Mar
EXAM 7 Apr
JHB - Gr. 6
13 000
12 000
2 300
TRA 17 - 20 Jul
TRA 14 - 17 Aug
TRA 26 - 29 Sep

TRA 02 - 05 Oct
EXAM 19 May
EXAM 21 Jul
EXAM 18 Aug
EXAM 30 Sep
EXAM 06 Oct
JHB - Gr. 12
DBN - Gr. 1
DBN - Gr. 2
JHB - Gr. 11

PT 1.A Qualification
PT 2.A
PT2A_
Training
32 hours
Examination
8 hours
12 000
2 300
DBN - Gr. 3
TRA 30 Oct - 02 Nov
TRA 20 - 23 Nov
TRA 16 - 19 Feb
TRA 29 May - 01 Jun
TRA 04 - 07 Sep
EXAM 03 Nov
EXAM 24 Nov
EXAM 20 Feb
EXAM 02 Jun
EXAM 08 Sep
TRA 30 Jan - 02 Feb
TRA 08 - 11 May
TRA 19 - 22 Jun

TRA 26 - 29 Jun
TRA 03 - 06 Jul
EXAM 03 Feb
EXAM 12 May
EXAM 23 Jun
EXAM 30 Jun
JHB - Gr. 6
13 000
JHB - Gr. 2
JHB - Gr. 7
JHB - Gr. 3
JHB - Gr. 8
EXAM 07 Jul
TRA 31 Jul - 03 Aug
TRA 28 - 31 Aug
TRA 27 - 30 Nov
TRA 04 - 07 Dec

TRA 11 - 14 Dec
EXAM 04 Aug
EXAM 01 Sep
EXAM 01 Dec
EXAM 08 Dec
EXAM 15 Dec
DBN - Gr. 1
DBN - Gr. 1
DBN - Gr. 3
TRA 02 - 05 May
TRA 24 - 27 Jul
TRA 09 - 12 Oct
EXAM 06 May (Sat)
EXAM 28 Jul
EXAM 13 Oct
JHB - Gr. 1

Level 3
PT 2.A Qualification
+
NDT Level 3 Basic
Pre- and
In-service
Testing

PT 2.1 Forgings
PT 2.2 Castings
PT 2.3 Welds
JHB - Gr. 7
EXAM 7 Apr
TRA 15 - 18 May
JHB - Gr. 1
Level 2
JHB - Gr. 2
PT 3.A
PT3A_
SAIW
Pre- and
In-service
Testing
Multi-sector
Training
40 hours
Examination
16 hours
TRA 05 - 09 Jun
16 900
16 100
2 300
EXAM 14 Jun
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RADIOGRAPHIC TESTING (RT) SAQCC Scheme

Course
Code
Radiographic Testing (RT)

Level 1
DOH Safety
+ Gr 12 with Maths & Science
OR
LIMITED OPTION
Level 2
RT 1.A Qualification (Training &
Examination)
RT 1.A
RT1A_
ADVANCED OPTION
Level 2
RT2I_
Pre- and
In-service
Testing
RT 2.A
RT2A_
RT SAFETY
RT 1.5 X - Ray of

dense alloy
welds
RT 1.6 Gamma
Ray of

dense alloy
welds
Pre- and
In-service
Testing
Film interpretation
of dense alloy
welds only
(No Operational RT)
RT 2.5 X - Ray of

dense alloy
welds
RT 2.6 Gamma
Ray of

dense alloy
welds
RT 2.9
RT29_
ADVANCED OPTION
Level 3
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Product Sector
Duration
Training
Training
& Initial
& Initial
(Non
(Corporate
Members)
Members)
Course Dates
Initial
Certification

Training
120 hours
Examination
40 hours
31 000
28 600
Pre- and
In-service
Testing
Digital Radiography
Training
72 hours
Examination
8 hours
22 580
21 500
Examination
40 hours
Training
80 hours
Examination
40 hours
22 580
21 500
26 870
TRA 15 May - 02 Jun
TRA 09 - 27 Oct
TRA 06 - 24 Nov
EXAM 30 Jan - 03 Feb
EXAM 08 - 12 May
EXAM 05 - 09 Jun
EXAM 30 Oct - 03 Nov EXAM 27 Nov - 01 Dec
2 300
2 300
2 300
2 300
JHB - Gr. 2
JHB - Gr. 3
JHB - Gr. 4
TRA 06 - 16 Feb
TRA 27 Mar - 06 Apr
TRA 29 May - 08 Jun
TRA 04 - 14 Sep
EXAM 17 Feb
EXAM 07 Apr
EXAM 05 - 09 Jun
EXAM 15 Sep
DBN - Gr. 1
DBN - Gr. 2
CPT - Gr. 1
CPT - Gr. 2
TRA 26 Jun - 06 Jul
TRA 18 - 29 Sep
TRA 20 Feb - 02 Mar
TRA 04 - 14 Dec
EXAM 07 Jul
EXAM 30 Sep (Sat)
EXAM 03 Mar
EXAM 15 Dec
JHB - Gr. 2 (COMPANY) JHB - Gr. 3 (COMPANY) JHB - Gr. 4 (COMPANY)
TRA 27 Feb - 10 Mar
TRA 03 - 18 Apr
TRA 10 - 21 Jul
TRA 14 - 25 Aug
EXAM 13 - 17 Mar
EXAM 19 - 21 Apr
EXAM 24 - 28 Jul
EXAM 28 Aug - 01 Sep
JHB - Gr. 1
28 200
TRA 10 Apr - 05 May

Training
80 hours
TRA 09 - 27 Jan
JHB - Gr. 1

RT 2.A Certification

RT 2.A Qualification
+
NDT Level 3 Basic
Pre- and
In-service
Testing
RT 2.I

Level 2
RT 1.A Qualification (Training &
Examination)
Industrial
Sector
JHB - Gr. 2
TRA 21 Aug - 01 Sep
TRA 02 - 13 Oct
EXAM 04 - 08 Sep
EXAM 16 - 20 Oct
JHB - Gr. 1
RT 3.A
RT3A_
Pre- and
In-service
Testing
Multi-sector
Training
40 hours
Examination
16 hours
TRA 10 - 23 June
16 900
16 100
2 300
EXAM 10 Jul
SAIW
ULTRASONIC TESTING (UT) SAQCC Scheme

Course
Code
Industrial
Sector
Product Sector
Duration
Training
Training
& Initial
& Initial
(Non
(Corporate
Members)
Members)
Course Dates
Initial
Certification
JHB - Gr. 1
LIMITED OPTION
Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
Level 1
OR
Proficincy Test > 70%
UT 1.WT
UT1WT
Pre- and
In-service
Testing
Limited to
wall thickness
measurement
using compression
probe only
(A-scan & D-meter
applications)
Training
32 hours
Examination
8 hours
TRA 23 - 26 Jan
TRA 30 Jan - 02 Feb
TRA 13 - 16 Feb
TRA 27 Feb - 02 Mar

TRA 19 - 24 Apr
EXAM 27 Jan
EXAM 03 Feb
EXAM 17 Feb
EXAM 03 Mar
EXAM 25 Apr
JHB - Gr. 6
11 300
10 750
2 300
JHB - Gr. 2
JHB - Gr. 7
JHB - Gr. 3
JHB - Gr. 4
JHB - Gr. 9
JHB - Gr. 10
TRA 10 - 13 Jul
TRA 14 - 17 Aug
TRA 28 - 31 Aug
TRA 18 - 21 Sep
TRA 30 Oct - 02 Nov
EXAM 14 Jul
EXAM 18 Aug
EXAM 01 Sep
EXAM 22 Sep
EXAM 03 Nov
DBN - Gr. 1
TRA 08 - 11 May
EXAM 12 May
VOLUMETRIC METHODS : ISO 9712

Level 1
OR
Proficincy Test > 70%
UT 1.A
UT1A_

Level 2
UT 1.A Qualification
ADVANCED OPTION
Level 2
Pre- and
In-service
Testing
UT 2.A
UT2A
UT28_
Pre- and
In-service
Testing
UT 2.8
UT 1.1 Wrought
Products/
Forgings
UT 1.2 Castings
UT 1.3 Butt weld
in plate
UT 1.5 Butt weld
in pipe
UT 2.1 Forgings
UT 2.2 Castings
UT 2.3 Butt welds
Plate
UT 2.4 Butt welds
Pipe
UT 2.5 T joints &
other
UT 2.6 Nozzles
UT 2.7 Nodes
(Optional)
Critical Flaw Sizing

UT 2.A Certification
ADVANCED OPTION
Level 2
UT29_

UT 2.A Certification
SAIW
UT 2.9
Austenitic Stainless
Steel
Training
120 hours
Examination
40 hours
Training
120 hours
Examination
40 hours
Training
80 hours
Examination
40 hours
Training
80 hours
Examination
40 hours
JHB - Gr. 3 (COMPANY) JHB - Gr. 4
TRA 06 - 24 Feb
TRA 10 Apr - 05 May
TRA 15 May - 02 Jun
TRA 04 - 22 Sep
TRA 09 - 27 Oct
EXAM 05 - 09 Jun
EXAM 26 - 29 Sep
EXAM 30 Oct - 03 Nov
EXAM 27 Feb - 02 Mar EXAM 08 - 12 May
28 200
26 870
2 300

TRA 06 - 24 Nov
EXAM 27 Nov - 01 Dec
28 200
26 870
JHB - Gr. 2 (COMPANY) JHB - Gr. 3
TRA 09 - 27 Jan
TRA 06 - 28 Mar
TRA 05 - 26 Jun
TRA 10 - 28 Jun
EXAM 30 Jan - 03 Feb
EXAM 29 - 31 Mar
EXAM 27 - 30 Jun
EXAM 31 Jul - 04 Aug EXAM 04 - 08 Sep
TRA 14 Aug - 01 Sep
2 300
CPT - Gr. 1
28 200
26 870
2 300
TRA 17 - 28 Jul
EXAM 31 Jul - 04 Aug
CPT - Gr. 1
TRA 04 - 15 Sep
28 200
26 870
2 300
EXAM 18 - 22 Sep
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ULTRASONIC TESTING (UT) SAQCC Scheme

VOLUMETRIC METHODS : ISO 9712
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ADVANCED OPTION
Level 2
Course
Code
UT210
Industrial
Sector
UT 2.10
Product Sector
UT Phased Array

UT 2 A Certifications
ADVANCED OPTION
Level 2
UT211
UT 2.11
UT3A
UT 3.A

UT 2 A Certifications

Level 3
UT 2 A Qualification
NDT Level 3 Basic
UT Time of Flight
Diffraction
Multi-sector
Duration
Training
120 hours
Examination
40 hours
Training
80 hours
Examination
40 hours
Training
40 hours
Examination
16 hours
Training
& Initial
Examination
(Non Members)
33 860
Training
& Initial
Examination
(Corporate
Members)
31 170
Course Dates
Initial
Certification
2 300
JHB - Gr. 1
JHB - Gr. 2
JHB - Gr. 3
TRA 27 Feb - 17 Mar
TRA 03 - 21 Apr
TRA 30 Oct - 17 Nov
EXAM 22 - 24 Mar
EXAM 24 - 28 Apr
EXAM 20 - 24 Nov
JHB - Gr. 1
28 200
26 870
2 300
TRA 27 Nov - 08 Dec

EXAM 11 - 15 Dec
JHB - Gr. 1
16 900
16 100
2 300
TRA 26 - 30 Jun
EXAM 11 Jul
SAIW
VISUAL TESTING (VT) - SAQCC Scheme

Course
Code
VT 1.A
VT1A_
Visual Testing (VT)

Level 2
VT 1.A Qualification (Training &
Examination)
Pre- and
In-service
Testing
VT 2.A
VT2A_
Duration
Training
Training
& Initial
& Initial
(Non
(Corporate
Members)
Members)
Course Dates
Initial
Certification
Pre- and
In-service
Testing
VT 1.1 Forgings
VT 1.2 Castings
VT 1.3 Welds
VT 2.1 Forgings
VT 2.2 Castings
VT 2.3 Welds
Training
32 hours
Examination
8 hours
Training
32 hours
Examination
8 hours
12 390
11 290
2 300
11 290
2 300
JHB - Gr. 3
JHB - Gr. 4
JHB - Gr. 5
TRA 06 - 09 Feb
TRA 27 - 30 Mar
TRA 08 - 11 May
TRA 24 - 27 Jul
EXAM 20 Jan
EXAM 10 Feb
EXAM 31 Mar
EXAM 12 May
EXAM 28 Jul
JHB - Gr. 6
DBN - Gr. 1
DBN - Gr. 2
CPT - Gr. 1
CPT - Gr. 2
TRA 30 Oct - 02 Nov
TRA 21 - 24 Aug
TRA 27 - 30 Nov
TRA 03 - 06 Jul
TRA 04 - 07 Sep
EXAM 03 Nov
EXAM 25 Aug
EXAM 01 Dec
EXAM 07 Jul
EXAM 08 Sep
JHB - Gr. 1
12 390
JHB - Gr. 2
TRA 16 - 19 Jan
JHB - Gr. 2
JHB - Gr. 3
DBN - Gr. 1
CPT - Gr. 1
TRA 20 - 23 Feb
TRA 22 - 25 May
TRA 14 - 17 Aug
TRA 31 Jul - 03 Aug
TRA 02 - 05 Oct
EXAM 24 Feb
EXAM 26 May
EXAM 18 Aug
EXAM 04 Aug
EXAM 06 Oct
JHB - Gr. 1
Visual Testing (VT)

Level 3
VT 2.A Qualification
+
NDT Level 3 Basic
Product Sector
JHB - Gr. 1
Visual Testing (VT)

Level 1
OR
Industrial
Sector
VT 3.A
VT3A_
SAIW
Pre- and
In-service
Testing
Multi-sector
Training
40 hours
Examination
16 hours
TRA 03 - 07 Jul
16 900
16 100
2 300
EXAM 12 Jul
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EDDY CURRENT TESTING
Session 1
DATE
26 Apr
Session 2
17 Aug
Session 3
26 Oct
08:00 to 12:00
ECT P
ECT P
ECT P
13:00 to 16:00
ECT G & S
ECT G & S
ECT G & S
MAGNETIC TESTING
Session 1
DATE
08:00 to 12:00
13:00 to 16:00
17 Jan
18 Jan
MT 1 P
MT 2 P
Session 2
28 Feb
01 Mar
MT 1 P
MT 2 P
Session 3
28 Mar
29 Mar
MT 1 P
MT 2 P
Session 4
18 Apr
19 Apr
MT 1 P
MT 2 P
Session 5
Session 6
09 May
10 May
MT 1 P
MT 2 P
MT 1 G & S MT 2 G & S
MT 1 G & S MT 2 G & S
MT 1 G & S MT 2 G & S
MT 1 G & S MT 2 G & S
MT 1 G & S MT 2 G & S
Session 1
Session 2
Session 3
Session 4
Session 5
30 May
31 May
MT 1 P
MT 2 P
MT 1 G & S MT 2 G & S
Session 7
18 Jul
19 Jul
MT 1 P
MT 2 P
MT 1 G & S MT 2 G & S
Session 8
15 Aug
16 Aug
MT 1 P
MT 2 P
Session 9
29 Aug
30 Aug
MT 1 P
MT 2 P
Session 10
10 Oct
11 Oct
MT 1 P
MT 2 P
Session 11
24 Oct
25 Oct
MT 1 P
MT 2 P
MT 1 G & S MT 2 G & S
MT 1 G & S MT 2 G & S
MT 1 G & S MT 2 G & S
MT 1 G & S MT 2 G & S
Session 8
Session 9
Session 10
Session 11
PENETRANT TESTING
Session 6
Session 7
DATE
24 Jan
25 Jan
21 Feb
22 Feb
14 Mar
15 Mar
11 Apr
12 Apr
02 May
03 May
06 Jun
07 Jun
25 Jul
26 Jul
22 Aug
23 Aug
12 Sep
13 Sep
17 Oct
18 Oct
14 Nov
08:00 to 12:00
PT 1 P
PT 2 P
PT 1 P
PT 2 P
PT 1 P
PT 2 P
PT 1 P
PT 2 P
PT 1 P
PT 2 P
PT 1 P
PT 2 P
PT 1 P
PT 2 P
PT 1 P
PT 2 P
PT 1 P
PT 2 P
PT 1 P
PT 2 P
PT 1 P
PT 2 P
13:00 to 16:00
PT 1 G & S
PT 2 G & S
PT 1 G & S
PT 2 G & S
PT 1 G & S
PT 2 G & S
PT 1 G & S
PT 2 G & S
PT 1 G & S
PT 2 G & S
PT 1 G & S
PT 2 G & S
PT 1 G & S
PT 2 G & S
PT 1 G & S
PT 2 G & S
PT 1 G & S
PT 2 G & S
PT 1 G & S
PT 2 G & S
PT 1 G & S
PT 2 G & S
15 Nov
RADIOGRAPHIC TESTING
Session 1
Session 2
Session 3
Session 4
Session 5
Session 6
Session 7
Session 8
Session 9
DATE
14 Feb
15 Feb
22 Mar
23 Mar
13 Jun
14 Jun
20 Jun
21 Jun
01 Aug
02 Aug
05 Sep
06 Sep
26 Sep
27 Sep
31 Oct
1 Nov
28 Nov
08:00 to 12:00
RT G & S
RT P
RT G & S
RT P
RT G & S
RT P
RT G & S
RT P
RT G & S
RT P
RT G & S
RT P
RT G & S
RT P
RT G & S
RT P
RT G & S
RT P
13:00 to 16:00
RT INT P
RT P
RT INT P
RT P
RT INT P
RT P
RT INT P
RT P
RT INT P
RT P
RT INT P
RT P
RT INT P
RT P
RT INT P
RT P
RT INT P
RT P
29 Nov
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2017
EXAMINATIONS: NDT Rewrite / Transition Examination dates for Johannesburg

ULTRASONIC WALL THICKNESS
Session 1
DATE
09 Feb
Session 2
09 Mar
Session 3
06 Apr
Session 4
18 May
Session 5
Session 6
06 Jul
Session 7
13 Jul
10 Aug
Session 8
05 Oct
Session 9
09 Nov
Session 10
07 Dec
08:00 to 12:00
UTWT P
UTWT P
UTWT P
UTWT P
UTWT P
UTWT P
UTWT P
UTWT P
UTWT P
UTWT P
13:00 to 16:00
UTWT G & S
UTWT G & S
UTWT G & S
UTWT G & S
UTWT G & S
UTWT G & S
UTWT G & S
UTWT G & S
UTWT G & S
UTWT G & S
ULTRASONIC TESTING
Session 1
Session 2
Session 3
Session 4
Session 5
Session 6
Session 7
Session 8
Session 9
Session 10
DATE
07 Feb
08 Feb
07 Mar
08 Mar
04 Apr
05 Apr
16 May
17 May
04 Jul
05 Jul
11 Jul
12 Jul
07 Aug
08 Aug
03 Oct
04 Oct
07 Nov
08 Nov
05 Dec
06 Dec
08:00 to 12:00
UT G & S
UT P
UT G & S
UT P
UT G & S
UT P
UT G & S
UT P
UT G & S
UT P
UT G & S
UT P
UT G & S
UT P
UT G & S
UT P
UT G & S
UT P
UT G & S
UT P
13:00 to 16:00
UT P
UT P
UT P
UT P
UT P
UT P
UT P
UT P
UT P
UT P
UT P
UT P
UT P
UT P
UT P
UT P
UT P
UT P
UT P
UT P
VISUAL TESTING
Session 1
DATE
19 Jan
Session 2
01 Feb
Session 3
16 Mar
Session 4
25 Apr
Session 5
01 Jun
Session 6
28 Jun
Session 7
3 Aug
Session 8
31 Aug
Session 9
20 Sep
Session 10
19 Oct
Session 11
30 Nov
08:00 to 12:00
VT P
VT P
VT P
VT P
VT P
VT P
VT P
VT P
VT P
VT P
VT P
13:00 to 16:00
VT G & S
VT G & S
VT G & S
VT G & S
VT G & S
VT G & S
VT G & S
VT G & S
VT G & S
VT G & S
VT G & S
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.
Rewrite Examination information - Please contact course administrator on ndt@saiw.co.za 011 298 2106.
SAIW
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EXAMINATIONS: NDT Rewrite / Transition Examination dates for Durban
MAGNETIC TESTING
Session 1
Session 2
Session 3
Session 4
Session 5
Session 6
Session 7
Session 7
DATE
07 Feb
22 Mar
03 May
13 Jun
25 Jul
05 Sep
19 Sep
08:00 to 12:00
MT P
MT P
MT P
MT P
MT P
MT P
MT P
MT P
13:00 to 16:00
MT G & S
MT G & S
MT G & S
MT G & S
MT G & S
MT G & S
MT G & S
MT G & S
31 Oct
PENETRANT TESTING
Session 1
Session 2
Session 3
Session 4
Session 5
Session 6
Session 7
Session 7
DATE
15 Feb
09 Mar
19 Apr
23 May
14 Jun
11 Jul
25 Oct
08:00 to 12:00
PT & P
PT & P
PT & P
PT & P
PT & P
PT & P
PT & P
PT & P
13:00 to 16:00
PT G & S
PT G & S
PT G & S
PT G & S
PT G & S
PT G & S
PT G & S
PT G & S
21 Nov
RADIOGRAPHIC TESTING (Only RT Inter - Practicals shall be performed at our Durban branch. X - and Gamma Ray exposures, as part of the RT 1 and RT2 practical exams, shall be performed at our Johannesburg branch)
Session 1
Session 2
Session 3
Session 4
Session 5
Session 6
Session 7
Session 8
DATE
01 Feb
08 Mar
12 Apr
10 May
12 Jul
15 Aug
11 Oct
8 Nov
08:00 to 12:00
RT G & S
RT G & S
RT G & S
RT G & S
RT G & S
RT G & S
RT G & S
RT G & S
13:00 to 16:00
RT INT P
RT INT P
RT INT P
RT INT P
RT INT P
RT INT P
RT INT P
RT INT P
ULTRASONIC WALL THICKNESS

Session 1
DATE
17 Jan
Session 2
23 Mar
Session 3
04 May
Session 4
27 Jun
Session 5
26 Jul
Session 6
Session 7
12 Sep
17 Oct
Session 8
15 Nov
Session 9
14 Dec
08:00 to 12:00
UTWT P
UTWT P
UTWT P
UTWT P
UTWT P
UTWT P
UTWT P
UTWT P
UTWT P
13:00 to 16:00
UTWT G & S
UTWT G & S
UTWT G & S
UTWT G & S
UTWT G & S
UTWT G & S
UTWT G & S
UTWT G & S
UTWT G & S
ULTRASONIC TESTING
Session 1
DATE
28 Feb
08:00 to 12:00
13:00 to 16:00
Session 2
Session 3
Session 4
01 Mar
01 Aug
02 Aug
27 Sep
28 Sep
12 Dec
13 Dec
UT G & S
UT P
UT G & S
UT P
UT G & S
UT P
UT G & S
UT P
UT P
UT P
UT P
UT P
UT P
UT P
UT P
UT P
VISUAL TESTING
Session 1
Session 2
Session 3
Session 4
Session 5
Session 6
Session 7
Session 8
Session 9
DATE
24 Jan
14 Feb
07 Mar
20 Apr
20 Jun
18 Jul
13 Sep
10 Oct
08:00 to 12:00
VT P
VT P
VT P
VT P
VT P
VT P
VT P
VT P
VT P
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SAIW
Come swing with us at the SAIW 2017 Golf Days

One of the highlights of the SAIW Calendar are the fun-filled, exciting golf days held in Johannesburg,
Cape Town, Durban and Port Elizabeth.
With plenty of prizes to be won and an opportunity to network with friends and business associates in
the industry, the SAIW golf days cant be missed.
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE GO TO
www.saiw.co.za
SAIW Annual Dinner Magic

Its no secret that the SAIW annual dinner is our magical social event of the
year. Not only do we reward those who have performed outstandingly for the
Institute and the Welding Industry generally but we also celebrate the existence
and contribution of the SAIW to the welding and industrial communities of
Southern Africa.
Dont miss this exceptional evening!
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE GO TO
www.saiw.co.za
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SAIW Directions and

SAIW Johannesburg Directions
GPS co-ordinates: 261239.6S 280135.8E
FORDSBURG
tn
Wes
Treu Rd.
MACRO
Roodepoort off-ramp
BOOYSENS
Ixia

SAIW
ROAD
CITY WEST
Bl
vd
SAIW
Bloemfontein
SELBY
Jan Hofmeyer
Rockdale Ave
NORTH
COAST
M13
KLOOF
Not to Scale
Ja n
40 Essex Terrace
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Hi
SAIW Durban
in MBA Building
DBN
N3
Pavilion
Spaghetti
Junction
Spine Rd
y / M1
N7 & N1
N2
PMB
& N7
& N2
Essex Terrace
University
Jan Hofmeyer
N1 Koeberg Road (M5) N7

N1 Bosmansdam Road
EAST
SAIW Durban Directions GPS co-ordinates: 294949.8S 305703.6E
St. James
Racecourse Road R27
GPS co-ordinates: 335211.8S 183017.9E
Milpark
Centre
REEF
Commissioner
Street
M2 Motorway
End of M2 Motorway
Jasmin
Prospeed
MAIN
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SAIW Cape Town Directions
NEWTOWN
De Villiers Graaf Motorway M1
Park Road
Hanover
Lovers Walk
MAYFAIR
John
Vorster
Police
Station
Jhb
CBD
SOUTH
COAST
Sherwood
Maryville
Contact Details
Contact Details
JOHANNESBURG (HEAD OFFICE)

Southern African Institute of Welding, 52 Western Boulevard off Main Reef Road, City West, Johannesburg
P O Box 527, Crown Mines, 2025
Tel: +27 (0)11 298 2100, Fax: +27 (0)11 836 4132, Email: jhb@saiw.co.za
CAPE TOWN
Western Cape Representative: Liz Berry
P O Box 179, Table View, 7439
Mobile: +27 (0)84 446 0629, Fax: +27 (0)86 566 7421, Email: cape.town@saiw.co.za
DURBAN
Training Administrator: Elizabeth Shole
40 Essex Terrace, Westville, 3629
Mobile: +27 (0)87 351 6568, Email: durban@saiw.co.za
www.saiw.co.za
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Course Prospectus 2017

SAIW COURSE WORLD

Fabrication & Welding Inspector

Competent Person Pressure Vessels

Heat Treatment for

Sheet Metal Worker

NDT Applied Scientist/

NDT Operator (Level 1)

NDT Technologist (Level 3)

This diagram represents the entire offering of SAIW courses.

The following documentation is required for course enrolment:

Please note that:

What you need to bring along:

For examinations and re-write examinations

Credit Card Facilities available

About Welding Quality Control

he Basics of Welding Quality Control is a course designed to allow candidates who

Welding Quality Control

Note: A 60% mark is required in end-of-course examination.

About International Welding

he SAIW flagship Welding Inspector training programmes are tailored to meet

International Welding Inspection (IWIP) Basic Level

Recommended Access Conditions:

Welding Technology Exam

Welding Inspection Exam

International Welding Inspection (IWIP) Basic Level

Johannesburg, regular intervals

International Welding Inspection (IWIP) Basic Level

Welding Technology Exam

Welding Inspection Exam

International Welding Inspection (IWIP) Basic Level

Welding Technology Exam

Welding Inspection Exam

International Welding Inspection (IWIP) Basic Level

About Senior Welding

he SAIW flagship welding inspector training programmes are tailored to meet

Senior Welding Inspector Level 2

General Access Conditions: Applicants are required to hold:

Construction and Design

Non Destructive Testing

Inspection and Quality Assurance

Fabrication Applications Engineering

Theory Examination (2 x 3 hrs)

Practical Examination (1 x 5 hrs)

Senior Welding Inspector Level 2

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Senior Welding Inspector Level 2

About Welding Safety

Prices (including VAT)

This course is intended for:

About Robotic Welding

he Robotic Welding course provides training to personnel in the robotic welding

Prices (including VAT)

No prior access conditions.

About IIW Welding Practitioner

IIW Welding Practitioner

General Access Condition:

Must be completed prior to commencing

Welding Processes and Equipment

Construction and Design

About IIW Welding Specialist

IIW Welding Specialist