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Australian Welding Solutions

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Australian Welding Solutions

Australia’s proven global centre of excellence for welding, inspections and training

AWS makes Australian industries globally competitive, by helping companies, decision makers and professionals in the areas of advanced welding, quality inspections of structures & pressure vessels, along with training to help
people go from good to great.

Pressure Vessel Testing

Pressure Vessel Compliance

Lower the risk of working with pressure equipment by ensuring it stays compliant and up to date.

welding training

Advanced Training

AWS offers expert training in welding and inspection which helps our students become the best in the business.

Quality systems

Advanced Training

AWS offers expert training in welding and inspection which helps our students become the best in the business.

Client Testimonials

Les & Barry are Gurus

Les and Barry are Gurus in the field. Both have a lot of knowledge and useful experience that helps with their teaching. The course covers WAY too much content and is very broad, though this is fault of AICIP not AWS

– Braden Tanner, ASC

Great course

Great course.
I’m a lot more prepared for the AICIP exam.

Steven Moss
Custom Concepts

Excellent delivery of the course by all instructors.

Excellent delivery of the course by all instructors. Given the vast scope to cover, the course was effectively structured to maximise content retention. Highly recommended for preparation for AICIP exams as well as practical knowledge.

– Francis Avel, ExxonMobil PNG Ltd

Advance Your Career with Australian Welding Solutions In-Service Inspection Training

Australian Welding Solutions (AWS) continues to offer its In-Service Inspection (ISI) Training Workshop, a program meticulously designed to prepare experienced professionals for industry certification examinations, including the Australian Institute for the Certification of Inspection Personnel (AICIP) exam.

With a remarkable 95% pass rate among workshop attendees, AWS has established itself as a leader in inspection training.​

Why Choose AWS for In-Service Inspection Training?

Expert-Led Instruction: The ISI Workshop is led by Les Cowley, a seasoned Senior Inspector and Trainer with over 60 years of hands-on experience.

Les’s extensive knowledge and ongoing involvement in the field ensure that participants receive unparalleled mentorship and up-to-date industry insights.​

Comprehensive Curriculum:

The workshop covers critical topics essential for in-service inspection, including:

  • Understanding AS/NZS 3788 Pressure Equipment Standards
  • Types of Boilers and Pressure Equipment
  • Risk Management Strategies
  • Wall Thinning and Corrosion Principles
  • Various Methods of Testing and Examination
  • Practical Exercises and Discussions

This curriculum is tailored to enhance the knowledge of qualified professionals aiming to undertake industry inspection assessments.

Global Recognition:

AWS’s ISI Workshop has attracted students from across the globe, including New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, South Africa, Singapore, and Kuala Lumpur. This underlines the program’s international acclaim and the quality of training provided.​

Upcoming Workshop Details

  • ISI Workshop Dates:  Aligned with Industry Examination dates. 

  • Location: AWS Centre of Excellence, Adelaide, South Australia

  • Enrollment: Interested candidates can enrol through the AWS Student Enrolment Form.

Please note that the industry certification examination fee is not included in this course.

Testimonials from Past Participants

Participants have consistently praised the ISI Workshop for its depth and practical relevance:

“Excellent delivery of the course by all instructors. Given the vast scope to cover, the course was effectively structured to maximise content retention. Highly recommended for preparation for AICIP exams as well as practical knowledge.”

“Les and Barry’s knowledge are priceless. Thanks for sharing it and bringing theory and practice together.”

Take the Next Step in Your Inspection Career

Whether you’re aiming to enhance your current role or preparing for industry certification, AWS’s In-Service Inspection Training provides the expertise and support needed to succeed. Join a community of professionals committed to excellence in inspection standards.

For more information and to enroll, visit the In-Service Inspection Training page.

Les is very knowledgeable in the industry

Les is very knowledgeable in the industry, and I am looking forward to attending more classes, including Senior ISI with AWS.
Thank you, Les, for sharing your knowledge with me.

Frank Ambrose

 

 

The training from start to finish was superb…

I thought the whole training from start to finish was superb and will be a massive help to me going forward in my inspection career. Excellent theories and practical training…the best part was how tailored it was to our real life and the exams situation. Les & Rahim are living embodiment of how to train it. they pushed us all to exactly the right levels until we get the results needed.

– Abraham Varghese

I really enjoyed the training.

I really enjoyed the training. Les ran a great course giving a solid overview of the requirements for pressure plant registration. Les really knew the important points that needed to be covered. From his significant experience in this area he is able to deliver an excellent course on this sometimes hard to understand topic.

– Michael Jucha, Air Warfare Destroyer Alliance

Covered everything to face the exam

Course content was very good. It covered everything needed to face the exam. A mock test for Paper ABRE maybe 25 marks each would be helpful to get a feel of the actual exam.

– Praveen Kapote

Facilitators were very knowledgeable, supportive and approachable.

Facilitators were very knowledgeable, supportive and approachable.

Hashani Ihala Gamage
IXOM

 

Les and Barry are amazing!

Les and Barry are amazing in knowledge and explanation.

– Silvalingam Sire Badara