{"id":2563,"date":"2026-09-29T06:45:45","date_gmt":"2026-09-29T06:45:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wgi.gr\/?page_id=2563"},"modified":"2026-09-29T11:01:15","modified_gmt":"2026-09-29T11:01:15","slug":"international-welding-engineer-iwe-blended-learning","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/wgi.gr\/en\/international-welding-engineer-iwe-blended-learning\/","title":{"rendered":"International Welding Engineer (IWE) Blended Learning"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">448 training hours,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;Language of instruction: English, Asynchronous distance learning with practical training in Greece, Start at any time<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Description<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The independent training unit of the Welding Greek Institute, the <strong>Training Excellence Center (TEC)<\/strong>, has been internationally recognised as an approved training provider for the International Welding Engineer programme through <strong>Blended Learning<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The programme follows guideline <strong>IIW IAB-252 [current edition]<\/strong> and combines three delivery modes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Asynchronous distance learning<\/strong> on the MOODLE learning platform, at your own pace;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Live lessons in a virtual classroom<\/strong> via ZOOM;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Practical training with physical attendance<\/strong> at the Institute\u2019s premises in Elefsina.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Who it is for<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Candidates based outside Greece.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Professionals with unpredictable working hours or frequent travel who cannot commit to a fixed weekend schedule.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Those who prefer to study at their own pace.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Those who want to become familiar with the <strong>English technical terminology<\/strong> of the standards.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All training material, teaching and examinations are <strong>in English<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How the training progresses<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On registration you receive login details for the MOODLE platform. You decide when to study. Each stage has a maximum deadline and, if you finish it earlier, you move straight on to the next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><td>Stage<\/td><td>Deadline and hours<strong><\/strong><\/td><td>Notes<strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Distance learning, Part 1<\/td><td>5 weeks \u00b7 94 hours<\/td><td>The 5 weeks count from the day you receive your MOODLE login details.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Assessment test, Part 1<\/td><td>90 minutes<\/td><td>Only after completing Part 1.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Distance learning, Part 3, Module 1 (Welding Engineering)<\/td><td>6 weeks \u00b7 117 hours<\/td><td>Only after passing the Part 1 test.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Assessment test, Part 3, Module 1<\/td><td>120 minutes<\/td><td>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Distance learning, Part 3, Module 2<\/td><td>2 weeks \u00b7 34 hours<\/td><td>Only after passing the Module 1 test.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Assessment test, Part 3, Module 2<\/td><td>30 minutes<\/td><td>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Virtual classroom (ZOOM)<\/td><td>4 weeks \u00b7 [84] hours<\/td><td>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>In-person training, Part 2 (practical training, case studies, demonstrations)<\/td><td>15\u201320 days \u00b7 118 hours<\/td><td>WGI premises, 96 Trapezountos, Elefsina.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>448 hours<\/strong><\/td><td>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Parts 1 and 3 are covered by distance learning, while Part 2 is the in-person practical training.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Programme structure<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><td>Module<\/td><td>Training hours<strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>1. Welding processes and equipment<\/strong><\/td><td>95<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2. Materials and their behaviour during welding<\/strong><\/td><td>115<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>3. Construction and design<\/strong><\/td><td>62<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>4. Fabrication, applications engineering<\/strong><\/td><td>116<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Practical training<\/strong><\/td><td>60<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>448<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Training material<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The MOODLE platform includes lectures, demonstration videos of welding processes, interactive simulations and self-assessment tests for each module.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>printed books are in English and are purchased by the candidate via Amazon<\/strong>, at their own expense. On registration you receive a full book list with direct ordering links.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/wgi.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/9.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Distance Learning Study Guide<\/a><\/strong> is also provided, with guidance on organizing your study, recommended weekly hours and exam preparation strategies. [Download link]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cost and payment plan<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Training cost: \u20ac6,500 (IWE), \u20ac6,100 (IWT), \u20ac5,600 (IWS)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><td>Payment<\/td><td>Payment due<strong><\/strong><\/td><td>Amount (IWE)<strong><\/strong><\/td><td>Amount (IWT)<\/td><td>Amount (IWS)<\/td><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Payment 1<\/td><td>Before MOODLE login details are issued<\/td><td>\u20ac2,000<\/td><td>\u20ac2,000<\/td><td>&nbsp; \u20ac1,850<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Payment 2<\/td><td>After the Part 1 test and before starting Part 3, Module 1<\/td><td>\u20ac2,500<\/td><td>\u20ac2,100<\/td><td>&nbsp; \u20ac1,900<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Payment 3<\/td><td>After the Part 3, Module 2 test and before the virtual classroom<\/td><td>\u20ac2,000<\/td><td>\u20ac2,000<\/td><td>&nbsp; \u20ac1,850<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td><td>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>\u20ac6,500<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>\u20ac6,100<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>\u20ac5,600<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition, <strong>examination fees<\/strong> and <strong>an annual membership fee<\/strong> are payable. See the detailed costs on the page <a href=\"https:\/\/wgi.gr\/en\/qualification\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Examinations &amp; Certification<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What the higher cost covers compared with the hybrid class<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Teaching, material and assessment in English.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Individual support and assessment at every stage, instead of group teaching.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Access to the MOODLE platform for the full duration of the programme.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A dedicated 15\u201320-day practical training session, separate from the hybrid class cycle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Administrative support for candidates based abroad.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Practical training location<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The in-person phase takes place at the premises of the Welding Greek Institute, 96 Trapezountos &amp; Digeni Akrita, 19200 Elefsina, Greece, with fully equipped welding workshops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Examinations<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The examination process is the same as for the hybrid class: <strong>four written examinations<\/strong>, one per module, and <strong>one final oral examination<\/strong>. They are conducted by WGI in its capacity as ANB, independently of the training unit. Details on the page <a href=\"https:\/\/wgi.gr\/en\/qualification\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Examinations &amp; Certification<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The assessment tests on the MOODLE platform <strong>are not certification examinations<\/strong>; they are used to check your progress and to move on to the next stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to apply<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Complete the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/wgi.gr\/en\/application-form-for-w-iwcp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">online application<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attach: a copy of your passport or ID card, a copy of your qualification, your CV and, where required, proof of experience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>State your preferred start date.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make <strong>Payment 1<\/strong> and attach the proof of payment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You will receive your MOODLE login details within [3] working days of confirmation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bank account<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beneficiary: <strong>Welding Greek Institute<\/strong> \u00b7 ALPHA BANK \u00b7 IBAN <strong>GR19 0140 1680 168 00 2320 00 6753<\/strong> \u00b7 SWIFT <strong>CRBAGRAA<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Payment reference: participant\u2019s full name.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>448 training hours, &nbsp;Language of instruction: English, Asynchronous distance learning with practical training in Greece, &#8230; <\/p>\n<p class=\"read-more-container\"><a title=\"International Welding Engineer (IWE) Blended Learning\" class=\"read-more button\" href=\"https:\/\/wgi.gr\/en\/international-welding-engineer-iwe-blended-learning\/#more-2563\" aria-label=\"Read more about International Welding Engineer (IWE) Blended Learning\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-2563","page","type-page","status-publish"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v25.8 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>International Welding Engineer (IWE) Blended Learning - WGI<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/wgi.gr\/en\/international-welding-engineer-iwe-blended-learning\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"International Welding Engineer (IWE) Blended Learning - WGI\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"448 training hours, &nbsp;Language of instruction: English, Asynchronous distance learning with practical training in Greece, ... 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