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October 7-9, 2025
Developing Pre-Qualified WPS Workshop
Using AWS D1.1 & B2.1
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This in-depth workshop guides participants through the proper use of AWS D1.1:2025, Structural Welding Code–Steel and AWS B2.1/B2.1M:2021, Specification for Welding Procedure and Performance Qualification. Attendees will learn how to tab, highlight, and annotate key sections of both codes to improve navigation and understanding.
Participants will apply these codes to develop both Prequalified Welding Procedure Specifications (WPSs) and WPSs requiring qualification by testing. The course includes hands-on exercises in destructive and nondestructive evaluation of Procedure Qualification Records (PQRs), the development of welding parameters, and the welding of test coupons. Attendees will complete WPS forms, PQRs, and Welder Qualification documentation using both standards.
Each attendee will receive a hard copy of the latest editions of both codes.
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Location
Location
New England Institute of Technology | East Greenwich Campus
New England Institute of Technology (NEIT) is a private, accredited university located in East Greenwich, Rhode Island. With a strong focus on hands-on, career-oriented education, NEIT offers associate, bachelor's, and master's degrees in over 50 technical and professional fields including engineering, health sciences, IT, and skilled trades.
New England Institute of Technology
East Greenwich Campus
110 Access Road
Warwick, RI 02886
Schedule
Schedule
Day 1
Morning
Review of Code books regarding Qualification and Materials including Highlights and notes.
Afternoon
Code Review, Qualification Forms and Materials for qualification. Choosing welding process and process parameters.
Day 2
Morning
Writing a Pre-Qualified welding Procedure to AWS D1.1. Covered step by step including filling out the proper WPS form.
Afternoon
Developing a Qualified (Tested) Procedure Qualification Record and Welding Procedure specification using D1.1.
How to fill out forms and directions on making measurements. Choosing welding process and process parameters.
How to fill out forms and directions on making measurements. Choosing welding process and process parameters.
Day 3
Morning
Developing a Qualified (Tested) Procedure Qualification Record and Welding Procedure Specification using D1.1
Afternoon
How to fill out forms and directions on making measurements. Choosing welding process and process parameters.
Workshop Presenter
Workshop Presenter
James "Jim" Greer
James Greer, is a respected professor at Moraine Valley Community College, specializing in Welding and Mechanical Technology. As a SCWI, he excels at writing procedures, training welders, and conducting diverse inspections. With key roles in AWS, including chairing committees and serving as Past President, his contributions have left a lasting impact on the welding community.