Bgas- CSWIP
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HiQual UK delivers the BGAS‑CSWIP Certification, designed for welding inspectors, coating inspectors, and QA/QC professionals working in oil & gas, pipelines, construction, and heavy industry. The program emphasizes advanced inspection of welding and protective coatings, defect identification, compliance with international codes, and audit‑ready documentation. Participants will gain the competence to perform welding and coating inspections, apply NDT methods, and ensure compliance with global standards.
Qualification Details
| Qualification Title | Bgas- CSWIP |
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| Total Credits | 30 |
| Guided Learning Hours | 90 |
| Qualification Time | 300 |
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Welding Processes and Techniques SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, FCAW, and pipeline welding methods.
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Welding Symbols and Blueprint Reading Interpretation of welding symbols, engineering drawings, and fabrication plans.
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Welding Metallurgy and Material Properties Heat effects, alloy behavior, microstructure changes, and material compatibility.
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Welding Defects and Inspection Methods Identification of cracks, porosity, incomplete fusion, and corrective actions.
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Welding Codes, Standards, and Regulations AWS, ISO, ASME, BS EN, and CSWIP compliance requirements.
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Welding Inspection Techniques and Procedures Visual inspection, dimensional checks, and compliance verification.
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Non‑Destructive Testing (NDT) Methods Ultrasonic testing, radiography, magnetic particle testing, and dye penetrant testing.
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Coating Inspection and BGAS Standards Surface preparation, coating application, defect identification, and BGAS compliance.
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Health and Safety in Welding & Coating Operations PPE, hazard identification, fire prevention, and OSHA compliance.
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Inspection Documentation and Reporting Preparing inspection reports, compliance records, and audit‑ready documentation.
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Builds competence in welding and coating inspection
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Enhances compliance with BGAS, CSWIP, AWS, ISO, OSHA, ASME, and BS EN standards
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Strengthens skills in NDT, coating inspection, and defect prevention
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Provides tools for audit‑ready inspection and continual improvement
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Offers recognized certification to support careers in pipeline inspection, welding QA/QC, and industrial consultancy
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Welding inspectors and QA/QC professionals
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Coating inspectors in oil & gas and pipeline industries
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Supervisors in construction and heavy fabrication
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Individuals progressing from AWEL‑414 (Diploma in Advanced Welding & Joining Technologies) or WQCI‑313 (Diploma in Welding Quality Control Inspection)
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Assessment Type: Written exam + practical inspection project + viva
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Format: MCQs, applied case studies, hands‑on inspection project, and oral defense
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Total Questions: 120 theory + 1 practical project + 1 viva
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Passing Score: 70%
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Duration: 9–12 months (500–600 hours total)
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Certification: BGAS‑CSWIP Certification (BGCS)
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