How to Become a Certified Welder

Intro to D17.1 welder certifications. In the intro episode, we will discuss what you need to certify, how to certify and where you can get all the materials you will need to become a certified welder. We will be going into more detail in future episodes on how to certify in specific applications, such as flat plate Aluminum, tubular 4130 Chrome Moly and many more.

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Always exercise caution when using any tools, equipment, techniques, or processes shown in this content. If you are unsure, seek advice from a licensed professional. Any reliance on the information presented is entirely at your own risk. By watching this content, you expressly and voluntarily assume all risks, including but not limited to death, disability, and/or serious physical injury related to the use of any tools, equipment, techniques, or processes. In the event of an injury, seek medical attention immediately.

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[evanburton]

Rest in peace Wyatt you truly helped me as a young high schooler pursuing a career in this field nearly a decade ago. You will truly be missed and appreciated!

[SBBlacksmith]

Awesome video. Becoming a certified welder is on my list of things to do with in the next year. Thank you for this video. Very informative.

[spencerbixby]

I’m a journeyman in my trade, and looking to switch trades (to the pipefitters); I can’t be the only one who’s having an insanely hard time figuring out how to certify, and stay certified, without having a full time job as a fitter to begin with. Anyone smelling what I’m stepping in? I’m an accomplished tradesman, and even I can’t make heads or tails of it. I get a different answer from everyone I talk to. An employer will certify, a school will not, but employers don’t want to risk hiring someone that isn’t licensed!

[tigdepot]

Paul,   The AWS D17.1  is a broad specification....  You can use it as an operator welding qualification/certification and also use the same specification to qualify a specific weldment.  Additionally, you can use this specification for a welding qualification for automatic welding machine applications.  Our sole purpose for these particular videos is to help answer the question.  How can I be a certified welder?  If you are a one man company, you can follow the basics rules that we have described in the videos but most companies have a quality control dept.that usually identify their particular method of certification.  So in short,   all the welding operator testing and laboratory testing is a qualification. Once passed, becomes a welder certification.  thanks for the question... Mr. Tig

[lnv]

It’s confusing when you can hear the phone vibrate but not feel it.... lol
OK video. Glad most of the distraction was during the commercial. :)

[Kal-El]

So what’s the best way to become a certified welder after you get your GED/HS Diploma Equivalent? Where do I go and what programs do I look into exactly? I live in Rhode Island.

[grantrichardson]

I don’t think the guys in the comments quite understand what it means to be “certified” and the 1, 000’s of various certifications there are and what they mean and what thickness base material test allows you to weld on doing code work or following a WPS. Got a video for them?

[steveesm]

His phone range at least 3 times lmfao

[rsamuel]

Hi, great presentation.can i get link to download the welding specifications book ur using thanks

[zippythechicken]

its unfortunate that the welding industry hasn't standardized on testing procedures like other trades have. It seems very difficult to get your certs which means most people on the job aren't certified except maybe a welding inspector that watches everyone. And trade schools should certify their students as a requirement of passing.. it should be included on a range of materials and different methods.

[weldingluminary]

Great, Thank you for sharing. Is there a mini welder pulse welding in your shirt pocket? :)

[Cmcmillen]

I wanna be come a welder here in Florida. But idk whether I should go to school or go through the union.

[ypaulbrown]

Mr Tig, I thought you test to get 'Qualified' to do a Certified process??? Any thoughts on this, Best Regards, Paul

[krispybeats]

hello there. can you reply to this post plz... how to cut pipe like this here at  2:22

[slottedpig]

"A dub ya ps..." you mean a double U aka W... lmao I hate it when ppl say DUB YA. But good information

[BAM-BAM]

toooo much  bullchitt  if i make a weld that holds a 22 lb sledge no one has the right to judge its all bs  just money  but yea nuf said