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Certified Resistance Welding Technician Training 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: $770
Non-Member: $1,015
EXAM
Member: $445
Non-Member: $590
SEMINAR & EXAM
Member: $1,035
Non-Member: $1,355
UPCOMING SESSIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does the Certified Resistance Welding Technician (CRWT) resistance welding training cover?
This resistance welding training program prepares participants for CRWT certification by covering welding fundamentals, equipment operation and maintenance, welding symbols and schedules, quality evaluation methods, testing procedures, and focused exam review.
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Who should attend the resistance welding seminar?
This seminar is designed for welding technicians, engineers, supervisors, quality control professionals, and welders who work with resistance welding or plan to pursue AWS Certified Resistance Welding Technician (CRWT) certification.
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How is the seminar delivered and how long does it take?
AWS offers two formats: a live, instructor-led online series over multiple shorter sessions or an in-person intensive two-day format. Both formats cover the same curriculum and exam preparation content.
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Does the seminar include the CRWT certification exam?
The seminar registration does not automatically include the exam, but AWS offers discounted bundle options that allow participants to register for both the seminar and CRWT exam together.
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What materials and resources are provided with seminar registration?
Participants receive access to AWS reference materials, including the Resistance Welding Manual, Pocket Handbook, course booklet, relevant AWS standards, and online learning modules to support learning and exam preparation.
Comprehensive support for your welding education journey
Comprehensive support for your welding education journey
Questions about course content?
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Running into a technical issue?
Our dedicated support team is here to make sure your welding education experience stays on track. Visit our Learning Support page, select the type of help you need from the dropdown menu, and a team member will be in touch promptly.