Weld Australia (formerly known as the WTIA) delivers a range of courses for professional development and formal qualification. As an International Institute of Welding (IIW) Authorised National Body (ANB) and an Authorised Training Body (ATB) we are able to provide internationally recognised qualifications.
In January 2015 Weld Australia embarked on an ambitious project to partner with Universities, TAFE and private registered training organisations to establish a national network of welding training centres.
IIW Courses
Training Courses leading to formal International Institute of Welding (IIW) & Weld Australia Qualifications and Certifications
The welding inspector plays an important part in checking that all welding meets the appropriate standard. Weld Australia offers 2 internationally recognised courses:
Structure: 5 day Welding Inspection Module
Pre-requisites:
Training Pathway 1: IIW IWP, National or State Certificate in Engineering (or related discipline) or equivalent such as Cert III (Aust.) in Engineering
Training Pathway 2: “Professional worker”
Qualification: IIW International Welding Inspector Basic Diploma
Certification: Weld Australia Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
Structure: 8-day Welding Inspection course delivered in 2 parts. Part 1 – five days, Part 2 – three days
Pre-requisites:
Training Pathway 1: IIW International Welding Specialist (IWS) Diploma
Training pathway 2: AS 1796 Certificate 10 and/or AS 2214 Welding Supervisor
Training Pathway 3: Weld Australia Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or IWIB plus 24 months experience as an IWIB or other national welding inspector certifications such as CBIP Welding Inspector, SAIW Level 1, AWS Certified Welding Inspector
Qualification: IIW International Welding Inspector Standard (IWI S) Diploma
Certification: Weld Australia Certified Senior Welding Inspector (CSWI)
The Welding Coordinator is the responsible individual for ensuring that all welding meets the appropriate standard. Weld Australia offers 3 internationally recognised courses:
Structure: 5 x 5 day modules.
Pre-Requisites:
National or State Certificate in Engineering (or related discipline) or equivalent such as Cert III (Aust.) in Engineering for IWS and if required AS 1796 Cert 10 or AS 2214 Certificate prerequisites to obtain Weld Australia Welding Supervisor Certification
Qualification: IIW International Welding Specialist (IWS) Diploma
Certification: IIW Certified International Welding Specialist (CIWS)
AS 1796:2001 Certificate 10 and/or AS 2214:2004 Welding Supervisor
Structure: Blended Learning Program
Pre-requisites:
Weld Australia IIW ANB approved Associate Diploma in Engineering (or related discipline) or equivalent such as the new Advanced Diploma of Engineering (Aust) or Level 6 (for NZ) or equivalent overseas qualifications.
Qualification: IIW International Welding Technologist (IWT) Diploma
Certification: IIW Certified International Welding Technologist (CIWT)
Structure: Blended Learning Program
Pre-requisites:
Weld Australia IIW ANB approved first degree (Bachelor) in Engineering (or related discipline) or eligibility to register as a Chartered Professional Engineer with Engineers Australia or IPENZ or equivalent overseas qualifications or recognition.
Qualification: IIW International Welding Engineer (IWE) Diploma
Certification: IIW Certified International Welding Engineer (CIWE)
