Why a welding coordinator?
Today it is almost inconceivable that anything is built or manufactured by welding without the important role of a welding coordinator (welding engineer, technologist or specialist). The tasks of these people are defined in EN ISO 14731 and are the basis for quality in welding production under EN ISO 3834 and for welding steel structures under EN 1090. Welding is present in beams, profiles, steel structures, working machines, furnaces, tanks, pressure vessels, lifts, vehicles, railway wagons, ships and aircraft. According to the Institute, Slovenia has the most graduated welding coordinators in Europe relative to its population.
How is the programme structured?
| Module | E-learning | Lectures and exercises | Exam |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Welding processes and equipment | 60 h | 35 h | written and oral |
| 2. Materials and their weldability | 80 h | 35 h | written and oral |
| 3. Design and calculation of welded structures | 44 h | 18 h | written and oral |
| 4. Fabrication and applications engineering | 51 h | 23 h and a 40 h case study | written and oral |
| Total | 235 h | 111 h | 4 exams |
How does the learning work?
Candidates can access all the materials from home on a computer, tablet or smartphone. The materials are interactive and contain text, images, video content and quizzes. Tutors answer by email, phone or video conference. A chat room is available for exchanging opinions.
How much does it cost and what does the price include?
For the programme delivered in English: IWE EUR 6,800, IWT EUR 5,800 and IWS EUR 5,600, all without VAT. The price includes the costs of distance learning, materials, exams and IWE/IWT certification. Payment in several instalments is possible. Extra costs are refunded for re-examination.
What are the entry requirements?
IWE: a recognised bachelor’s degree or higher in a STEM field. IWT: an upper-secondary technical or scientific education. IWS: a technical or vocational education and professional experience. Details are on the page International welding specialisations.