LICQual Level 6 Diploma in QA/QC Piping and Welding Inspector

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

1. Advanced Principles of QA and QC in Engineering

Upon successful completion of this unit, learners will be able to:

• Explain the concepts and strategic importance of Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) in engineering environments.
• Develop and implement advanced QA/QC frameworks in engineering projects.
• Evaluate quality systems in accordance with ISO 9001 and other quality management standards.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with quality failures.

2. International Codes and Standards for Piping and Welding

Upon successful completion of this unit, learners will be able to:

• Interpret and apply major international codes and standards such as ASME, API, ISO, and AWS.
• Evaluate the compliance requirements of piping and welding procedures with international norms.
• Ensure documentation and inspection procedures align with regulatory and client standards.
• Distinguish between various standard specifications for materials, fabrication, and testing.

3. Welding Metallurgy and Inspection Techniques

Upon successful completion of this unit, learners will be able to:

• Understand the metallurgical principles affecting weld quality and performance.
• Identify welding defects and their causes using appropriate inspection techniques.
• Assess the influence of heat treatment and weld microstructure on mechanical properties.
• Apply knowledge of materials science to solve welding-related quality issues.

4. Piping Systems Design, Fabrication, and Inspection

Upon successful completion of this unit, learners will be able to:

• Interpret piping design drawings, P&IDs, and isometric diagrams.
• Analyze the fabrication process of piping systems including cutting, bending, welding, and testing.
• Conduct inspections of piping systems in accordance with industry standards.
• Apply dimensional and visual inspection criteria to fabricated piping systems.

5. Advanced NDT Methods and Applications

Upon successful completion of this unit, learners will be able to:

• Demonstrate understanding of advanced NDT techniques such as RT, UT, MT, PT, and phased array.
• Select appropriate NDT methods based on material, defect type, and inspection conditions.
• Evaluate and interpret NDT reports to support quality control decisions.
• Ensure NDT procedures meet international safety and compliance standards.

6. Project Quality Planning and Risk-Based Inspection (RBI)

Upon successful completion of this unit, learners will be able to:

• Develop a comprehensive project quality plan (PQP) including ITPs and QCPs.
• Apply risk-based inspection principles to prioritize inspection activities.
• Assess project risks and develop mitigation strategies aligned with quality objectives.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to implement and monitor quality planning tools.