AWS CWI Certified Welding Inspector Vocabulary Game
Exam terms with clues and explanations by OpenExamPrep.
About the AWS CWI Certified Welding Inspector Vocabulary Game
A free word game for the AWS CWI Certified Welding Inspector exam. Each round shows a clue for one of 44 exam terms across 6 topics. Recall the term, spell it out, then read a short explanation. Rounds pick a random term, so you can keep playing as long as you like.
How to Play
- 1Read the clue and type a term with the right number of letters (3 to 6). Abbreviations count: type the letters only.
- 2Press Check Answer or Enter. Each letter changes color to show how close you are.
- 3You have 6 tries. Stuck? Need a hint? asks the AI tutor for a nudge without giving the term away.
- 4After the round, read the explanation, ask the AI to explain it, share your result, or press Next.
- ARight letter, right spot
- AIn the term, wrong spot
- ANot in the term
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Topics in the AWS CWI Certified Welding Inspector Vocabulary Game
Joining and Cutting Processes
Welding Terminology, Joint Design & Symbols
Welding Application, Metallurgy & Heat Control
Visual Inspection, Discontinuities & Weld Repair
Procedure Qualification, Mechanical Testing & Certification
Nondestructive Examination (NDE) & Welding Safety
Sources for these terms (16)
- AWS B5.1:2025 — Specification for the Qualification of Welding Inspectors (3rd Edition) · Source checked 2026-11-02
- AWS QC1:2016-AMD1 — Specification for AWS Certification of Welding Inspectors (6th Edition) · Source checked 2026-11-02
- AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) Part B Practical Book of Specifications (BOS) · Source checked 2026-11-02
- AWS D1.1/D1.1M:2025 — Structural Welding Code—Steel (25th Edition Preview) · Source checked 2026-11-02
- AWS D1.1/D1.1M:2025 — Annex J Sample Welding Forms · Source checked 2026-11-02
- AWS A2.4:2020 — Standard Symbols for Welding, Brazing, and Nondestructive Examination (8th Edition Preview) · Source checked 2026-11-02
- AWS A3.0M/A3.0:2025 — Standard Welding Terms and Definitions (14th Edition Preview) · Source checked 2026-11-02
- AWS B5.16:2025 — Specification for the Qualification of Welding Engineering Personnel · Source checked 2026-11-02
- AWS Magnetic Particle Testing (MT Dry Powder Yoke Method) Endorsement Book of Specifications · Source checked 2026-11-02
- AWS Penetrant Testing (PT Type II - Method C) Endorsement Book of Specifications · Source checked 2026-11-02
- ANSI Z49.1:2021 — Safety in Welding, Cutting, and Allied Processes · Source checked 2026-11-02
- AWS Introduction to Quality Assurance in Welding · Source checked 2026-11-02
- AWS Exam References and Editions Guide · Source checked 2026-11-02
- NASA MSFC-SPEC-3679 Rev A — Process Specification: Welding Aerospace Hardware · Source checked 2026-11-02
- FHWA Memorandum — Recommendations to Account for Acoustic Dissimilarities in Steel Ultrasonic Weld Inspection · Source checked 2026-11-02
- 29 CFR 1910.252 — Subpart Q: Welding, Cutting and Brazing General Requirements · Source checked 2026-11-02
About the CWI Exam
The AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) exam is a three-part certification for professionals who inspect welds in structural steel, pipelines, pressure vessels, and other applications. Part A covers welding fundamentals (150 questions, closed book), Part B is hands-on practical inspection (46 questions), and Part C tests code book application (50-65 questions, open book).
Exam sponsor: American Welding Society (AWS). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Questions
150 questions
Time Limit
6 hours (Part A), 2 hours (Part B), 3 hours (Part C)
Passing Score
72% per part
Reported exam pass rate: 25-30%. first-time pass rate This describes exam candidates, not OpenExamPrep users or results from using our resources. Exam sponsor website
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the CWI vocabulary game free?
Yes. The game is free to play with no sign-up. Signing in adds AI explanations for any term.
How does the CWI vocabulary game work?
Each round shows a clue for one of 44 CWI terms. Guess the term in six tries: green means the right letter in the right spot, yellow means the letter is in the term but in another spot, and gray means it is not in the term. After the round, read the explanation and play the next term.
Where do the CWI terms come from?
OpenExamPrep researched each term from the American Welding Society (AWS) content outline and primary sources, listed under Sources on this page. The game is independent study material, not an official exam resource.
What is the pass rate for the CWI exam?
The AWS CWI exam has approximately a 25-30% first-time pass rate, making it one of the more challenging certification exams. Many candidates fail one or more parts on their first attempt. The exam's difficulty reflects the critical safety role welding inspectors play in structural integrity. With thorough preparation using 200+ practice questions and hands-on code book study, you can significantly improve your chances.
How many questions are on each part of the CWI exam?
The CWI exam has three parts: Part A (Fundamentals) has 150 multiple-choice questions with a 2-hour time limit. Part B (Practical) has 46 questions requiring hands-on inspection of weld replicas and use of inspection tools. Part C (Code Book) has 50-65 questions with a 3-hour time limit, testing your ability to apply welding codes (D1.1, API 1104, or ASME Section IX). Each part requires 72% to pass.