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IN-SERVICE WELDING: FROM DESIGN TO INSPECTION
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MASTER BEST PRACTICE FOR SAFE AND EFFECTIVE WELDING
Enhance Your Expertise. Advance Your Career.
Learn from industry expert Matt Boring as he provides in-depth training on in-service welding, covering essential safety practices, risk mitigation strategies, and API 1104 Annex B requirements.
Course Details
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Training Overview
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Why Attend?
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What You’ll Learn
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Who Should Attend?
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What to Expect
Repairing equipment through in-service welding involves inherent risks, but when done correctly, it is a safe and effective practice. This webinar will provide a deep understanding of these risks and the methods used to mitigate them. Attendees will gain theoretical knowledge of in-service welding risks and how they align with API 1104 Annex B requirements.
Earn CEUs/PDHs Earn 8 PDHs/ 0.8 CEU’s Continuing Education Units (CEUs)/Professional Development Hours (PDHs) for your professional growth.
Prerequisite Knowledge General understanding of the common welding processes and inspection techniques as well as a working knowledge of API 1104.
- Ensure Safety & Industry Standards
Learn to identify and mitigate risks in in-service welding to prevent failures. - Expert-Led Training
Gain insights from Matt Boring, a leader in in-service (hot-tapping) welding. - API 1104 Annex B Insights
Understand critical requirements and their real-world applications - Professional Networking
Connect with industry experts and peers to expand your professional network.
- Recognize key challenges and safety risks associated with in-service welding.
- Understand the primary concerns and hazards that may arise during in-service welding operations.
- Apply best practices for safe and effective welding procedures.
- Understand API 1104 Annex B requirements and risk mitigation techniques
- By the end of this class, attendees should have a clear understanding of how to approach in-service welding safely, effectively, and in accordance with industry standards.
This course is ideal for welders, welding supervisors, engineers, and inspectors seeking to deepen their understanding of aerospace standards.
The webinar will be held over two weeks, with two sessions taking place on July 8, 10, 15 & 17 and October 7, 9, 14, and 16, 2025 (Tuesdays and Thursdays) from 12:00 – 2:00 PM ET.
UPCOMING SESSIONS
MEET THE EXPERT
MATT BORING
Matt Boring is the Group Lead of the Welding Technology Group within the Incident Investigation Section in DNV’s Energy Systems Group in Dublin, Ohio. Prior to joining DNV, Matt was a Principal Welding Engineer at Kiefner and Associates, Inc. and a Senior Welding Engineer at The Edison Welding Institute. He has developed expertise over the last 25+ years dedicated to pipeline welding and in-service pipeline welding (hot-tapping). In addition to his welding consulting support Mr. Boring is heavily involved with welding and pipeline repair standards including API 1104, ASME Section IX, And ASME PCC-2.
WHY CHOOSE AWS?
AWS is a leader in welding education, offering CEU-certified training and professional development opportunities. With expert-led instruction and industry-recognized certifications, AWS helps professionals gain the skills they need to succeed and advance in their careers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Are there discounts for AWS members?Yes! AWS members receive exclusive pricing. Join AWS to save on registration and access more benefits.
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What are CEUs, and how do they apply to this webinar?CEUs (Continuing Education Units) are credits earned through professional development activities. This webinar is CEU-certified, meaning you will earn valuable credits upon completion, enhancing your career development and qualifications.
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What prerequisites are required?None. This course is ideal for those seeking a foundational understanding of in-service welding, covering essential safety practices, risk mitigation strategies, and API 1104 Annex B requirements.
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How is safety ensured during in-service welding training?While this course is delivered online and not hands-on, it emphasizes critical safety considerations and best practices to ensure safe, compliant aerospace welding techniques.
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