high-density polyethylene piping systems Supervisor
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High‑Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Piping Systems - Supervisor
The AWS High‑Density Polyethylene (HDPE) piping systems Supervisor Program is designed to develop validated knowledge and practical competence for supervisors working in industrial piping environments. The program includes structured technical training followed by competency-based assessments. Upon passing the required exams, an AWS Assessment-based Certificate (ABC) will be issued.
Professional Development Hours (PDHs) will be granted upon completion of the training. The HDPE Supervisor exam is scheduled and priced separately from the training, and its application and payment must be submitted through the designated AWS International Agent for scheduling.
AT A GLANCE
(Online and in-person review)
40 Professional Development Hours (PDHs
course details
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Who It’s For
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Learning Objectives
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Training Structure & Materials
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Exam/Assessment
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Registration & Pricing
Eligibility for this course includes individuals who have:
- Prior HDPE Installer/Inspector experience
- Supervisory experience (minimum 2 years)
The program is designed to:
- Develop competency in supervising HDPE installation activities
- Enable effective control of quality, compliance, and documentation
- Prepare candidates for certificate exams (Fundamentals and Specifications)
- Strengthen understanding of standards, inspection coordination, and project execution
Upon successful completion, participants will be able to:
- Manage fusion operations and personnel qualifications
- Interpret and apply HDPE specifications and standards
- Review and verify welding procedures and parameters
- Supervise fusion welding activities effectively
- Ensure compliance with acceptance criteria
- Evaluate defects and welding quality
- Oversee and manage QA/QC documentation and reporting
- Coordinate inspection and testing activities (field-level work)
- Lead installation teams professionally
In-Person, Private Group Training for Companies & Organizations
In-person training for companies and organizations is conducted over five days and will be followed by a pre-exam review day.
In the Middle East and North Africa region, this training will be Sunday–Thursday, 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM and conducted at the Elite Engineering Training Facility in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia. For all other regions' training details, inquire at international@aws.org.
Hybrid Training - Individuals (online sessions with an in-person review)
This program provides the same 40-hour curriculum through live, online interactive sessions, and candidates can attend a 1-day in-person pre-exam review before taking the assessment. Training option is available for individuals upon request.
Training Structure
Key topics include RTR materials, jointing fundamentals, supervision practices, QA/QC workflows, and documentation requirements. The daily training schedule is as follows:
Day 1 – Fundamentals & System Overview
- HDPE materials and properties
- Pipe classifications (PE100, SDR, pressure rating)
- Joint types and applications
- Supervisor role and responsibilities
- Quality control principles
Day 2 – QA/QC & Project Control
- Documentation and quality systems
- Welding parameter verification
- Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs)
- Equipment calibration checks
- Personnel qualification review
Day 3 – Specifications & Standards
- HDPE applicable standards:
- ISO
- ASTM HDPE
- Project specifications
- Specification hierarchy
- Acceptance criteria interpretation
Day 4 – Inspection & Compliance
- Visual inspection of fusion joints
- Bead inspection criteria
- Defect identification and evaluation
- Repair and rework procedures
- Nonconformance reporting (NCR)
Day 5 – Coordination & Exam Preparation
- Site supervision & coordination
- Welding documentation review
- Testing and commissioning process
- Case studies (real scenarios)
- Exam preparation workshop
Materials
Participants will receive comprehensive technical and QA/QC materials:
- DPE Supervisor Fundamentals Manual
- AWS–Elite HDPE Specifications (or project-based specs)
- QA/QC Forms & Inspection Templates
- Welding Parameter Control Sheets
- Supervisor Responsibility Guide
Professional Development Hours (PDHs)
Participants, upon completing training, will receive 40 PDHs.
Dates of Training
Current in-person training is scheduled at Elite Engineering in Saudi Arabia: September 27 – October 1, 2026 - with the assessment date to follow.
To register for an upcoming training in the Middle East and North Africa region, contact Bassam Abd Al Azeem, Elite Engineering, AWS International Agent at bassam@eliteservies-int.com.
For training outside of the Middle East and North Africa region, send an inquiry to international@aws.org to be connected with an eligible AWS International Agent
Assessment
To receive an AWS HDPE Supervisor Assessment-based Certificate, a candidate must pass the following two assessments:
- Part A – Fundamentals
- Part B – Specifications & QA/QC
Exam Application
To schedule your exam, submit your assessment application to the AWS International Agent portal that conducted your training
Credentialing Issued
Upon a successful passing score on the assessments, the candidate shall be issued an AWS RTR Supervisor Assessment-based Certificate (ABC).
Current exam date scheduled at Elite Engineering in Saudi Arabia: October 10, 2026
Training Pricing
In-person private group training, for companies and organizations. Pricing is upon request.
For training inquiries or to get registered for an upcoming training in the Middle East and North Africa region, contact Bassam Abd Al Azeem, Elite Engineering, AWS International Agent at bassam@eliteservies-int.com.
For training outside of the Middle East and North Africa region, send an inquiry to international@aws.org to be connected with an eligible AWS International Agent.
Hybrid Training (online training with in-person practical component) – Currently, upon request.
Exam/Assessment Pricing & Registration
Pricing for the RTR Installer Assessment in the Middle East and North Africa region is $870 + 15% VAT.
For regions not mentioned above, please seek pricing directly from the designated AWS International Agent.
Submit your application and payment to the AWS International Agent portal that conducted your training.
For additional information, contact AWS International at international@aws.org
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is an AWS International custom-designed and private, group training?
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It allows companies and organizations to work directly with Subject Matter Experts (SME) to modify course content, delivery methods (such as on-site or virtual), and learning objectives to address unique operational challenges, or industry standards, ultimately enhancing workforce competency and compliance.
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What is the difference between an AWS Certification and an Assessment-based Certificate?
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The assessments associated with certifications are not designed to evaluate accomplishments of the intended learning outcomes of a specific class, course, or other education/training program or event, and the certifier is not the sole provider of any education or training that may be required for its certification. Where the Assessment-based Certificate program is based on specific training and its learning outcomes.
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What is the difference between an AWS Assessment-based exam and a Performance-based Qualification exam?
An AWS Assessment-based is an exam evaluating your knowledge based on the training just received. An AWS Performance-based Qualification is an exam evaluating your ability to demonstrate the skillset. It’s performance based vs knowledge based.
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If you work for a company that would benefit from our international training programs, suggest that they reach out to our international team to explore the opportunities.