This just came in my EMAIL..... I'll be unavailable but it sure sounds like a good opportunity!
Beta Test Candidates Wanted
AWS is seeking candidates to participate in a beta test for the AWS D1.2 or ASME VIII / IX exams. There is no charge for the exam and those who are selected and successfully pass the exams will receive an endorsement to their CWI/SCWI credentials.
You must be a current CWI or SCWI to qualify and participate in these beta tests.
The exams will take place at 2:00 PM on July 23, 2008, at the Embassy Suites Hotel in Coraopolis, Pennsylvania.
There are 15 openings for each exam and candidates will be selected on a first come, first qualified basis.
Interested candidates should complete the endorsements application, which can be found at
http://files.aws.org/certification/EndorsementApp-Beta.pdf. All completed applications should be submitted for processing to the:
American Welding Society
Attn: Frank Lopez Del Rincon
550 NW LeJeune Rd.
Miami, FL 33126