本规范定义了美国焊接协会用于电阻焊技术人员（CRWT）认证的认证计划。这些认证要求有经验证明文件，并圆满完成笔试。该考试测试CRWT对焊接工艺、焊接程序、破坏性和无损检测、焊接术语、定义、符号、报告、安全、质量保证和责任、机器设置和其他相关主题的知识。成功完成所有要求是授予电阻焊技术员证书的基础。

This specification defines the certification program of the American Welding Society for use in the Certification of Resistance Welding Technicians (CRWTs). These certifications require documentation of experience, and satisfactory completion of a written examination. The examination tests the CRWT's knowledge of welding processes, welding procedures, destructive and nondestructive tests, welding terms, definitions, symbols, reports, safety, quality assurance and responsibilities, machine setup, and other related subjects. Successful completion of all requirements constitutes the basis for awarding a certification as a Resistance Welding Technician.