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BPV Code, Section IX: Welding, Brazing Practical Welding
and Fusing Qualifications Technology

PD190 ASME STANDARDS COURSE PD359
This is a basic course that instructs attendees how to comply with the This course is designed for individuals seeking to expand their
requirements of ASME Section IX, Welding, Brazing and Fusing core competence on the subject of welding. Designers, inspectors,
Qualifications. Participants gain a working knowledge of ASME Section managers or welders with a need to understand the fundamentals
IX. A review of the welding processes and variables – along with a of welding will also benefit from the practical aspects of welding
review of basic welding metallurgy – is conducted to provide all technology presented in this course. This is the course that should have
participants with sufficient background in welding technology. been part of your college curricula.
This background knowledge is essential in order for participants to In-class exercises are employed to reinforce class lectures on the
interpret Section IX effectively. subjects of welding and NDE symbols, carbon equivalence, heat
input, A-numbers, calculated strength of welds, joint details, welding
The mechanics of using Section IX and how to address its requirements
and its relationship with other code sections is explained in a simple, procedures as well as selection of filler metals, determining preheat
straightforward manner. Emphasis is placed on qualifying procedures requirements and reviewing a WPS for code compliance.
in a cost-effective manner and on writing welding procedures that Participants receive a course notebook, a copy of Modern Welding
contribute positively to the manufacturing process. The requirements Technology, 6th Edition along with a copy of AWS A3.0 Standard
for qualification of welders, brazers and operators are examined, with Welding Terms.
particular emphasis on minimizing the cost and maximizing the
usefulness of qualifications. You Will Learn To
WELDING Public Courses You Will Learn To • Explain basic ferrous welding metallurgy
• Explain welding terms and definitions
Time is provided to address individual participants’ problems and concerns.
• Explain how to properly specify various weld types and
nondestructive testing using standard AWS welding symbols
All attendees receive the current edition of BPVC Section IX – Welding,
Brazing and Fusing Qualifications codebook.
• Describe post-weld heat treatments, residual stresses, and distortion
control
• Explain how Section IX is organized and how to locate requirements
• Explain welding processes typically used to fabricate pressure vessels
for welding, brazing and fusing qualifications
and piping systems
• Consider the metallurgy and welding process knowledge that forms
• Explain the interrelationship between AWS, ASME and API codes and
the basis for the rules for welding qualifications
standards as they relate to pressure vessels, piping systems
• Formulate and write practical and instructive welding, brazing and
and related facilities
plastic fusing procedures that are compliant with Section IX
• Explain Welding Procedure and performance qualification
• Determine and confirm welder performance qualifications that are
documentation and methodology applicable to pressure vessels
compliant with Section IX
and piping systems
• Review welding documentation for compliance with Section IX
• Explain common weld defects, causes, and corrective actions
• Identify major considerations when designing a weld
Who Should Attend • Identify common NDT used to examine welds
Mechanical and welding engineers, quality control personnel, welding • Identify the elements of a cohesive welding program that includes
supervisors, inspectors as well as project managers design, purchasing, fabrication, inspections, and delivery
INSTRUCTOR Walter J. Sperko Who Should Attend
3 DAYS, 2.3 CEUs, 23 PDHs Managers, engineers, production and maintenance staff, inspectors,
MEMBER $2,150 / List Price $2,250 welders and others who are involved with welding of pressure vessels,
piping systems and related facilities
Also available as Online Instructor-Supported Course: EL516, “BPV
Code, Section IX: Welding, Brazing Qualifications.” Special Requirements
Participants should be prepared for extended class time as well as bring
a calculator and several pencils or a mechanical pencil to class.
INSTRUCTOR Albert Moore or W. Greg Morris
4 DAYS, 3.0 CEUs, 30 PDHs
MEMBER $2,295 / List Price $2,450

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