Codebook Navigation and Application Flashcards

In AWS D1.1, which section contains the prequalified joint detail tables for complete joint penetration groove welds?

Answer: Section 4

Section 4 of AWS D1.1 covers prequalified WPS requirements including the joint detail tables for CJP groove welds.

When AWS D1.1 lists a requirement as 'shall,' this indicates the requirement is:

Answer: Mandatory

In AWS codes, 'shall' denotes a mandatory requirement, whereas 'should' denotes a recommendation.

Which AWS D1.1 table is used to determine the minimum preheat and interpass temperature for a given base metal and thickness?

Answer: Table 4.5

Table 4.5 in AWS D1.1 provides minimum preheat and interpass temperature requirements based on base metal category and thickness.

A CWI needs to verify fillet weld size acceptance criteria. In AWS D1.1, where would this information be found?

Answer: Section 6 — Inspection

Section 6 (Inspection) contains the visual inspection acceptance criteria including fillet weld size tolerances.

In AWS D1.1, Annex A is normative. What does 'normative' mean for an annex?

Answer: It is mandatory and part of the code requirements

A normative annex contains mandatory requirements just like the main body of the code, unlike informative annexes which are for guidance only.

Which symbol in AWS D1.1 figures indicates that a dimension or variable is the same as shown in a referenced figure?

Answer: A circle with a letter

AWS D1.1 uses circled letters (callouts) to cross-reference dimensions between figures and corresponding tables.

When performing a code search for the maximum allowable undercut in a statically loaded tension member per AWS D1.1, which section should the inspector consult first?

Answer: Section 6 — Inspection

Weld discontinuity acceptance criteria, including undercut limits, are located in Section 6 under visual inspection requirements.