Chris,
Thanks, it does help. You say "AWS CWEng may also get the IIW certification through a reciprocity agreement. This option will expire in 2003." Do you know exactly when in 2003 this will end? This will help me to decide when to take the exam.
If I miss this opportunity, are there any other avenues to take to receive this diploma? (i.e. Distance Learning, Classes at a University, Obtaining a Masters in Welding Engineering from Ohio State). Should I contact the IIW for this information?
Thanks again for your help.
Mark