CWS Weld Procedure Specifications & Qualification 2

Question 1

Who is responsible for ensuring that a WPS is properly prepared and available at the work site?

Accepted Answer

The manufacturer or contractor

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The welder

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The welding inspector

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The base metal supplier

Question 2

In the context of ASME Section IX, the term 'P-Number' is used to:

Accepted Answer

Group base metals with similar weldability and properties

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Identify filler metal classifications

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Define the welding process code

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Designate the preheat temperature required

Question 3

A Welding Procedure Specification must be signed by:

Accepted Answer

An authorized representative of the manufacturer or contractor

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The welder who will perform the work

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The third-party inspection agency

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The project owner or end client

Question 4

What test is commonly used to evaluate the mechanical properties of a groove weld during procedure qualification?

Accepted Answer

Bend test

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Charpy impact test

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Ferrite number test

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Magnetic particle test

Question 5

Under AWS D1.1, the maximum thickness a welder is qualified to weld is based on:

Accepted Answer

The thickness of the test plate used during qualification

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The design requirements of the project

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The type of welding process used

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The filler metal diameter used during testing

Question 6

Which position qualifies a welder for the most positions under AWS D1.1 structural welding?

Accepted Answer

6G (inclined pipe)

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1G (flat)

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2G (horizontal)

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3G (vertical)

Question 7

When preheat is listed as an essential variable on a WPS, what does changing the minimum preheat temperature require?

Accepted Answer

Requalification with a new PQR

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Only a revision to the WPS document

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Approval from the project owner only

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An updated welder certification