1、AWS QC13:2006Specification forthe Certificationof WeldingSupervisors550 N.W. LeJeune Road, Miami, FL 33126AWS QC13:2006Specification forthe Certification ofWelding SupervisorsFirst EditionPrepared by theAmerican Welding Society (AWS) Subcommittee on Certified Welding SupervisorsUnder the Direction o
2、f theAWS Certification CommitteeApproved by theAWS Board of DirectorsAbstractThis standard defines the requirements and program for the American Welding Society to certify welding supervisors.The certification of visual welding supervisors requires documentation of experience, satisfactory completio
3、n of anexamination, and proof of visual acuity. The examination tests the supervisors knowledge of welding processes, weldingprocedures, destructive tests, terms, definitions, symbols, reports, safety and responsibilities.International Standard Book Number: 0-87171-040-4American Welding Society550 N
4、.W. LeJeune Road, Miami, FL 33126 2006 by American Welding SocietyAll rights reservedPrinted in the United States of AmericaPhotocopy Rights. No portion of this standard may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in anyform, including mechanical, photocopying, recording, or othe
5、rwise, without the prior written permission of the copyrightowner.Authorization to photocopy items for internal, personal, or educational classroom use only or the internal, personal, oreducational classroom use only of specific clients is granted by the American Welding Society provided that the ap
6、propriatefee is paid to the Copyright Clearance Center, 222 Rosewood Drive, Danvers, MA 01923, tel: (978) 750-8400; Internet:.iiiAWS QC13:2006Statement on the Use of American Welding Society Certification StandardsAll standards (codes, specifications, recommended practices, methods, classifications,
7、 and guides) of the AmericanWelding Society (AWS) are voluntary consensus standards that are developed through a consensus standards develop-ment process that brings together volunteers representing varied viewpoints and interests to achieve consensus. Whilethe American Welding Society administers t
8、he process and establishes rules to promote fairness in the development ofconsensus, it does not independently test, evaluate, or verify the accuracy of any information or the soundness of anyjudgments contained in its standards. Further, given the rapid changes in the field, AWS cannot warrant that
9、 the certifi-cation standard will at all times reflect the most current knowledge.Certification is achieved by satisfying a combination of defined education, experience, and/or examination require-ments. Certification is not an assurance of future competence or ability.AWS disclaims liability for an
10、y injury to persons or to property, or other damages of any nature whatsoever, includingspecial, indirect, consequential or compensatory damages, directly or indirectly resulting from the negligent conduct orother acts or omissions of any individual certified by AWS.In issuing and making this standa
11、rd available, AWS is not undertaking to render professional or other services for or onbehalf of any person or entity. Nor is AWS undertaking to perform a duty owed by any person or entity to someone else.Employers and other persons utilizing the services individuals certified by AWS are responsible
12、 for determining thequalifications, competence, and ability of those individuals.This standard may be superseded by the issuance of new editions. Users should ensure that they have the latest edition.Publication of this standard does not authorize infringement of any patent or trade name. Users of t
13、his standard acceptany and all liabilities for infringement of any patent or trade name items. AWS disclaims liability for the infringement ofany patent or product trade name resulting from the use of this standard.Finally, the American Welding Society does not require that any member or other perso
14、n become certified by AWS orutilize the services of one who is certified by AWS.On occasion, text, tables, or figures are printed incorrectly, constituting errata. Such errata, when discovered are postedon the AWS web page (www.aws.org).Official interpretations of any of the technical requirements o
15、f this standard may only be obtained by sending a request,in writing, to the Managing Director, Certification Department, American Welding Society, 550 N.W. LeJeune Road,Miami, FL 33126. With regard to certification inquiries made concerning AWS standards, oral opinions on AWSstandards may be render
16、ed. However, such opinions represent only the personal opinions of the particular individualsgiving them. These individuals do not speak on behalf of AWS, nor do these oral opinions constitute official or unofficialopinions or interpretations of AWS. In addition, oral opinions are informal and shoul
17、d not be used as a substitute for anofficial interpretation.This standard is subject to revision at any time by the AWS Certification Committee. Comments (recommendations,additions, or deletions) and any pertinent data that may be of use in improving this standard are required and should beaddressed
18、 to AWS Headquarters. Such comments will receive careful consideration by the AWS Certification Committeeand the author of the comments will be informed of the Committees response to the comments. Guests are invited toattend all meetings of the AWS Certification Committee to express their comments v
19、erbally. Procedures for appeal of anadverse decision concerning all such comments are provided in the Rules of Operation of the Certification Committee. Acopy of these Rules can be obtained from the American Welding Society, 550 N.W. LeJeune Road, Miami, FL 33126.This page is intentionally blank.ivA
20、WS QC13:2006vAWS QC13:2006PersonnelAWS Certification CommitteeR. K. Wiswesser, Chair Welder Training theword should denotes a guideline; and the word maydenotes a choice.)applicant. A person who applies to the American WeldingSociety (AWS) for certification.certificate. A document or credential issu
21、ed to the appli-cant on successful completion of the requirements forcertification.Certification Committee. The Certification Committeeof the American Welding Society.Certification Department. The department of theAmerican Welding Society that administers the certifica-tion programs for personnel in
22、 compliance with the AWScertification standards.welding supervisor. An individual who, through educa-tion and training, performs an occupational role ofdirecting welding activities and welding personnel.4. FunctionsThe duties and responsibilities of certified weldingsupervisors are listed in Section
23、 5 of AWS B5.9:2006,Specification for the Qualification of Welding Supervisors.Specification for theCertification of Welding SupervisorsAWS QC13:200625. Education and Experience Requirements5.1 The education and experience requirements for certi-fied welding supervisors are listed in Section 6 of AW
24、SB 5.9:2006, Specification for the Qualification of Weld-ing Supervisors.5.2 The AWS Certification Department shall reviewand/or verify the education and experience of each appli-cant based on the information submitted with the appli-cation. If the application is incomplete or the applicantdoes not
25、meet the education and experience criteria, theapplicant shall be notified that he/she does not qualify totake the examination.6. Examination Requirements6.1 Applicants shall meet the applicable examinationrequirements to be considered for certification as an AWSCertified Welding Supervisor (CWS).6.
26、1.1 CWS candidates shall pass (with a minimum of70% correct answers) the CWS written examination(s)on the subjects and tasks listed in Annex A of AWSB5.9:2006, Specification for the Qualification of WeldingSupervisors. Subject weights are listed in Annex A.6.1.2 The examinations shall consist of an
27、open bookexamination on fundamentals of welding supervision,consisting of 150 multiple-choice questions, and an openbook examination on welding practices and economics,consisting of 30 multiple-choice questions. Two hours oftime are allowed to complete each of the examinations.6.2 The weighting for
28、the subject areas specified inAnnex A of AWS B5.9:2006, Specification for the Qual-ification of Welding Supervisors, are listed belowexpressed in terms of approximate percentage of ques-tions used on the written examinations.1. Knowledge of welding supervision 5%2. Understanding of drawings and spec
29、ifications 10%3. Knowledge of base material and welding materials 5%4. Familiarity with welding, brazing, cutting equip-ment, theory, and application 5%5. Knowledge of safety requirements 10% 6. Welding instructions 10%7. Knowledge of welding practices and productioncontrols 10%8. Welding inspection
30、 5%9. Work reports and records 5%10. Understanding the general applications of weldingstandards 5%11. Productivity and performance 30%7. Certification7.1 The American Welding Society shall issue to eachCWS applicant who meets all requirements of this stan-dard a serialized certificate and wallet car
31、d stating theapplicant has met the AWS certification requirements.The initial period of certification shall be valid for three(3) years.7.2 Certification becomes effective on the first day of themonth following the date that the examination is scored,and expires on the first day of that month, 3 yea
32、rs later.For purposes of renewal and recertification, an expirationgrace period of 30 days exists from the expiration date.8. Revocation8.1 The Certification Committee shall have the power tosuspend, refuse the renewal of, or revoke the CWS certifi-cation for misrepresentation of facts regarding per
33、sonalqualification and status relating to certification as a weld-ing supervisor whether such misrepresentation was madeat the time of application or on subsequent applications,renewals, and so forth.8.2 The Committee may apply to any court of competentjurisdiction for further enforcement of its adm
34、inistrativedecisions and rulings.9. ReinstatementReinstatement of a revoked certificate shall be allowedwith no penalty or prejudice to the individual, providedthe cause for such revocation has been rectified to thecommittees satisfaction.10. Renewal10.1 The period of validity for the AWS CWS creden
35、-tials is three (3) years. 10.2 Prior to the end of three years, certificate holdersshall renew the certification if they wish to maintain theirCWS credentials. Renewal requires written documenta-AWS QC13:20063tion to support evidence of continued activity in theoccupational position of welding supe
36、rvisor. 10.3 If the certification is allowed to lapse beyond thegrace period, renewal is not permitted. A new applicationfor certification shall be submitted, and the educationaland examination requirements of Section 5 and 6.1 shallbe met.11. Recertification11.1 After two (2) consecutive renewals (
37、total of nine (9)years of continuous certification), the certificate holder isrequired to recertify to maintain CWS credentials bymeeting the requirements of 11.1.1 and 11.1.2.11.1.1 Documentation to support evidence of contin-ued activity in the occupational position of weldingsupervisor shall be p
38、rovided.11.1.2 The certificate holder shall successfully passthe CWS written examinations as defined in 6.1 or beexempt from the exam by applying 11.2.11.2 As an alternative to 11.1.2, the certificate holdermay demonstrate continued education in subject areasidentified in Section 4 of AWS B5.9 equiv
39、alent to 80professional development hours (PDH) over the nine (9)year period of certification with 20 PDH being com-pleted in the immediate three (3) year period precedingthe 9-year recertification.12. Responsibility12.1 The responsibility for the maintenance (renewal andrecertification) of AWS cert
40、ification is solely with thecertificate holder. Failure to maintain a current address1with the AWS Certification Department and subsequentfailure of notification shall not be considered adequatejustification to allow an extension of the certificationvalidity date.12.2 As a courtesy, the AWS Certific
41、ation Departmentwill attempt to notify each CWS of the expiration of thecertification and the requirements of renewal or recertifi-cation. Notices shall be mailed approximately 90 days inadvance of the expiration date of the certification.1NOTIFICATION OF ADDRESS CHANGE(S) TO AWS:Notify the AWS Cert
42、ification Department directly as WeldingJournal subscription or AWS membership activity does notautomatically notify the AWS Certification Department. It isthe responsibility of the CWS to maintain an accurate addresswith the AWS Certification Department.AWS QC13:20064This page is intentionally blan
43、k.AWS QC13:20065List of AWS DocumentsAWS Designation TitleQC1 Standard for AWS Certification of Welding InspectorsQC4 Standard for Accreditation of Test Facilities for AWS Certified Welder ProgramQC5 AWS Standard for Certification of Welding EducatorsQC7 Standard for AWS Certified WeldersQC13 Specif
44、ication for the Certification of Welding SupervisorsQC15 Specification for the Certification of Radiographic InterpretersQC17 Standard for Accreditation of Welding Fabricators for AWS Certified Welding Fabricator ProgramQC19 Standard for AWS Certification of Robotic Arc Welding PersonnelAWS QC13:20066This page is intentionally blank.
