Course Details

Online - IIW International Welding Inspector Basic (IWI-B)

The IWI-B course is a globally recognised International Institute of Welding (IIW) qualification. This course provides general knowledge of welding, inspection theory and application, including: 

• Non destructive testing
• Mechanical and visual inspection techniques, 
• Inspection procedures and acceptance criteria, 
• Identification of weld imperfections
  

As a Welding Inspector, you will play an important part in ensuring that welded components comply with the appropriate International or Australian Standards, codes and client specifications. You may also be responsible for ensuring that documentation, procedures and welder qualifications (required to demonstrate compliance) are in place and adhered to.

The IWI-B is an online course ran over 5 weeks. This course will include a mix of pre-recorded material, live online lectures, and other learning resources. The combined learning resources will cover all the topics outlined in the schedule.

Lecture Schedule	Exam Schedule
IWI-B Training Dates	Exam Dates
Week 1 – 18 & 19/08/25        Week 2 – 25 & 26/08/25        Week 3 – 01 & 02/08/25        Week 4 – 08 & 09/09/25        Week 5 – 15 & 16/09/25 Practical training date: 24th and 25th September	WTE-B (theory exam): 4th June, 2nd July, 6th August PE-B (practical Exam): 26th Sept WIE-B (Theory exam): 3rd October

 COURSE GUIDE

Prerequisites

Participants will need to provide evidence that they can meet the following entry conditions:

Training Pathway 1

This pathway is for those already holding an existing IIW qualification as an International Welding Practitioner (IWP) or a higher IIW qualification. These qualifications will allow those people to proceed directly to the IWI-B course, without having to write the Welding Technology Examination (WTE-B).

Training Pathway 2

This route is applicable to persons who are either a

        a) Professional worker (Cert III – Engineering fabrication); or

        b) Person having educational backgrounds in material science or engineering; or

        c) Have at least two years of professional welding related experience.

AND, have passed the Welding Technology Examination (WTE-B).

WTE-B eligibility - Candidates can opt to take the WTE-B exam based on prior learning or experience, without extra training. However, it's recommended that candidates consider obtaining additional training before attempting the exam. Weld Australia offers an online self-paced training platform with pre-recorded lectures, review questions, and WTE-B notes to assist students. For access to the platform, contact the training team at training@weldaustralia.com.au or register online HERE.

The examination is completed the first Wednesday of every month. Candidates can apply to sit the examination through the Qualification and Certification team by emailing qnc@weldaustralia.com.au 

Please create a WeldQ account and upload your qualifications.  WeldQ instructions.

Costs (including GST)

IWI-B Pricing 

Tiered pricing, including GST
Non-Member	Individual Member	Corporate Member	Premium Corporate and Industry Group	Student
$2,555.00	$2,475.00	$2,370.00	$2,260.00	$2,535.00

Examinations	Member Fee Inc GST	Non-Member Fee Inc GST
PE-B – Practical exam	$760.00	$935.00
WIE-B – Theory exam	$760.00	$935.00
WTE-B – Theory exam	$495.00	$610.00

Discounted course and exam fees are available for Weld Australia members.  To join, please go to the Membership page on the Weld Australia website, where you can see the tiered pricing according to membership type and the full pricelist. Course cost includes a 10% non-refundable deposit.

Exams are not conducted as part of the course but are required to be booked separately. 

Please Note: If you are a Weld Australia member, please have your Member portal username (this is your email address associated with your membership) and password ready to ensure that you receive the member rates for your registration. Non member rates will otherwise be applied.  If you need to contact Membership to assist you with your Member details, please contact (02) 8748 0135.

 

Timetable

Location	Dates
Online/blended Session 18	Online - IIW International Welding Inspector Basic (IWI-B) (18/08/2025 - 16/09/2025)	Register now