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Certified resistance welding technician SEMINAR
Prepare for the Certified Resistance Welding Technician Exam Your Way — In‐Person or Online
Advance your career with flexible training options for the Certified Resistance Welding Technician (CRWT)Seminar. Choose between the immersive experience of an in-person seminar or the convenience of live, instructor-led online sessions, both designed to fit your schedule and learning style.
Each format provides expert-led instruction, interactive discussions, and practical exercises to help you master resistance welding techniques and prepare confidently for the CRWT exam. Gain comprehensive knowledge of resistance welding fundamentals, best practices, and core skills needed to excel in certification and advance your professional expertise.
Course Content and Curriculum
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Overview
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Core Topics
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Materials Provided
The Certified Resistance Welding Technician (CRWT) Seminar is designed to prepare participants for the CRWT exam by equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to confidently set up, maintain, and operate resistance welding equipment. Available in both in-person and online formats, this comprehensive seminar offers an in-depth review of resistance welding fundamentals and technician responsibilities, ensuring attendees are fully prepared for certification success.
- Understanding resistance welding processes and equipment functionality.
- Reading and interpreting welding symbols related to resistance welding.
- Developing and deciphering weld schedules and evaluating weld quality. (WPQRs).
- Mastering destructive and non-destructive testing methods for resistance welding.
- Performing conversions and calculations, as well as understanding maintenance requirements.
- Applying resistance welding techniques to materials such as steels, aluminum, and coated materials.
Attendees will receive:
- Access to 16 online modules.
- C1.1M/C1.1:2019, Recommended Practices for Resistance Welding.
- Resistance Welding Manual, Revised 4th Edition, 2013.
- Resistance Welding Pocket Handbook.
- A2.4:2020, Standard Symbols for Welding, Brazing, and Nondestructive Examination.
- C1.5:2019, Specification for the Qualification of Resistance Welding Technicians.
- QC20:2020, Specification for AWS Certification of Resistance Welding Technicians.
- CRWT Course Materials Booklet.
FORMAT COMPARISON
Choose the training format that fits your schedule and learning style:
| Feature | Online Instructor-Led | In-Person Seminar |
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| Learning Environment | Virtual, learn from home | In-person, immersive learning |
| Duration | 4-hour sessions over 4 days | 2 full days of intensive training |
| Instruction | Live, interactive lectures | Face-to-face instruction |
| Engagement | Real-time Q&A and discussions | Group discussions and practical exercises |
| Convenience | Attend from anywhere with internet | Dedicated training space, no distractions |
| Best For | Ideal for those seeking flexibility | Best for learners who prefer in-person interaction |
Pricing & Packages
SEMINAR
Member: $740
Non-Member: $830
EXAM
Member: $525
Non-Member: $615
SEMINAR & EXAM
Member: $1,095
Non-Member:$1,185
UPCOMING SESSIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who is this course designed for?This seminar is ideal for anyone interested in becoming an AWS Certified Resistance Welding Technician who meets the eligibility requirements outlined in AWS QC1.5:2019 and AWS QC20:2020. Typical participants include welders, welding engineers, supervisors, technicians, and quality control managers.
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What is the Certified Resistance Welding Technician (CRWT) credential?The CRWT credential validates an individual's expertise in setting up, maintaining, and operating resistance welding equipment, as well as their mastery of key resistance welding concepts and practices.
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What are the training format options?The seminar is available in two formats: in-person and online. Both options provide expert-led instruction and practical exercises, culminating in a full-length practice exam with an instructor-led review.
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What materials are provided for the seminar?Participants receive access to 16 online modules, several key AWS publications, a Resistance Welding Manual, a Resistance Welding Pocket Handbook, and a CRWT Course Materials Booklet.
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