The CSWIP 3.2 certification for welding inspection is a senior level certification for experienced certified welding inspectors who seek an upgrade to the role of a technical supervisor/incharge.

The syllabus follows topics in depth on non-destructive testing, specifications, joint design, HSLA and quenched tempered steels, arc energy, and heat input, destructive testing, heat treatments, welding procedures, welding dissimilar and residual stress and distortion, weldability, weld fractures, weld repairs, welding consumables, and welding symbols etc.