AWS Weld Inspection & Quality Control 1

Question 1

What is the main purpose of visual inspection in welding?

Accepted Answer

Identify surface defects

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Measure thickness

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Check internal flaws

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Test mechanical strength

Question 2

Which tool is commonly used in weld visual inspection?

Accepted Answer

Weld gauge

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Caliper

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Micrometer

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Infrared camera

Question 3

What is the purpose of radiographic testing (RT) in weld inspection?

Accepted Answer

Find internal defects

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Detect external cracks

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Visualize surface porosity

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Determine surface temperature

Question 4

Which defect appears as a gap at the weld root?

Accepted Answer

Incomplete penetration

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Undercut

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Porosity

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Overlap

Question 5

Which NDT method uses sound waves to detect weld flaws?

Accepted Answer

Ultrasonic testing

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Magnetic particle testing

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Radiographic testing

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Visual inspection

Question 6

What is porosity in a weld?

Accepted Answer

Gas-filled cavities

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Lack of fusion

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External crack

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Surface burn

Question 7

Which document outlines the specific inspection procedures for a weld project?

Accepted Answer

WPS

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Blueprint

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Inspection log

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Material certificate

Question 8

Which type of discontinuity is caused by improper cooling rates?

Accepted Answer

Cracking

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Overlap

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Undercut

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Incomplete fusion

Question 9

What is the goal of post-weld inspection?

Accepted Answer

Verify code compliance

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Check welder attendance

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Test the welding machine

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Measure ambient temperature