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Best Mechanical QA/QC Training Institute in Kerala

Mechanical QA/QC Course in Kerala

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Be the engineer who signs off on quality. Our Diploma in Quality Assurance and Quality Control trains you to inspect materials, welds, piping, pressure equipment and coatings to ASME, API and AWS codes, and to run the paperwork that proves it. Classroom training in Kochi, Thrissur, Irinjalakuda, Attingal (Trivandrum) and Palakkad, plus online and hybrid batches across Kerala.

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Course Overview

Diploma in Mechanical QA/QC at Core Institute of Technology

We are proud to offer our meticulous Diploma in Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) at Core Institute of Technology. Designed for aspiring professionals in the manufacturing, fabrication, oil and gas and construction industries, the programme gives you a thorough understanding of QA/QC principles, procedures and practices.

Through a mix of theory and hands-on training, you gain the knowledge to make sure goods, services and procedures meet the highest quality standards: quality management systems, inspection methods, industry codes and best practice. Our experienced faculty and industry-relevant curriculum prepare you for careers in quality assurance, quality control, inspection and quality management in a fast-moving, quality-focused industry.

  • Quality management systems
  • Welding inspection
  • Piping inspection
  • NDT for QA/QC
  • Coating inspection
  • QA/QC documentation
Why Train With CORE

Key Highlights of the QA/QC Program

Develop the skills, knowledge and expertise to keep quality standards high and drive project and organisational success.

QA and QC, Together

Learn both sides of quality: the systems that prevent defects and the inspections that catch them.

  • ISO 9001 QMS & audits
  • Inspection & Test Plans
  • NCRs & corrective action

Codes & Standards

Work the way site and fabrication QA/QC teams do, with the codes clients write into their contracts.

  • ASME Section V, VIII & IX
  • ASME B31.3 & API 650
  • AWS D1.1 & ISO 8501

Industry Faculty

Learn from working QA/QC professionals using real drawings, reports and case studies from live projects.

  • Real WPS, PQR & test packs
  • Site inspection case studies
  • Interview preparation
Who should join: Mechanical Engineers Production & Industrial Marine Engineers Diploma & ITI Students Fabrication & Site Staff
What You Will Inspect

QA/QC Skills You Will Master

A mechanical QA/QC engineer follows the job from raw material to final handover. You learn what to check at every stage and what “acceptable” looks like.

Quality Systems

ISO 9001, quality plans & audits

Welding

WPS, PQR, welder qualification & weld defects

Piping

Fit-up, hydrotest & test packs

Vessels & Tanks

Pressure vessels, exchangers & storage tanks

Coating & Painting

Blasting, DFT & holiday testing

Documentation

ITPs, NCRs, calibration & dossiers

Quality Assurance (QA)

Process-focused. Plans how the work will be done and controlled: quality plans, procedures, approvals, audits and records, so the job is right the first time.

Quality Control (QC)

Product-focused. Inspects and tests the actual materials and work, such as welds, joints, dimensions and coatings, to confirm they meet the specification.

8 Modules

Mechanical QA/QC Course Syllabus

A practical curriculum that takes you from quality basics to code-based inspection, witnessed tests and a complete handover dossier.

Module 1 Quality manager reviewing an inspection report with two technicians on a shop floor

QA/QC Fundamentals & Quality Management Systems

  • Quality Assurance vs Quality Control
  • Roles of a QA/QC Engineer
  • ISO 9001 Requirements
  • Project Quality Plan (PQP)
  • PDCA & Cost of Quality
  • Internal & External Audits
Module 2 Engineers in hard hats reviewing drawings and data on a laptop at an industrial site

Engineering Drawings, Materials & Mill Test Certificates

  • GA, Isometric & Fabrication Drawings
  • Material Grades (ASTM / ASME)
  • Mill Test Certificate Review
  • Material Receiving Inspection
  • Traceability & Heat Numbers
  • Positive Material Identification (PMI)
PracticalsCheck a material lot against its MTC and purchase specification
Module 3 Inspector in a safety helmet checking industrial equipment

Welding Technology & Welding Inspection

  • SMAW, GTAW, GMAW & SAW Processes
  • Weld Joints & Welding Symbols
  • WPS, PQR & WPQ (ASME IX)
  • Pre-heat & PWHT
  • Weld Defects & Their Causes
  • AWS D1.1 Acceptance Criteria
PracticalsReview a WPS and PQR and inspect weld samples with gauges
Module 4 Ultrasonic probe on a steel plate connected to a handheld flaw detector

NDT Methods for QA/QC

  • Visual Testing (VT)
  • Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT)
  • Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)
  • Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
  • Radiographic Testing (RT)
  • Reviewing NDT Reports (ASME V)
PracticalsWitness PT and UT tests and verify results against acceptance criteria
Module 5 Stainless steel pipework with flanged joints, valves and flow meters

Piping Inspection & Pressure Testing

  • Pipe, Fittings, Flanges & Valves
  • ASME B31.3 Process Piping
  • Fit-up & Dimensional Inspection
  • Bolt Torquing & Flange Management
  • Hydrostatic & Pneumatic Testing
  • Test Packs & Line Walks
PracticalsPrepare a hydrotest pack and punch list for a piping line
Module 6 Plant room with steel piping, vessels and fittings

Static Equipment & Storage Tank Inspection

  • Pressure Vessels (ASME Section VIII)
  • Heat Exchanger Inspection
  • Storage Tanks (API 650)
  • Structural Steel Inspection
  • Rotating Equipment Basics
  • Stage & Final Inspection
PracticalsDimensional inspection report for a fabricated vessel nozzle
Module 7 Engineers in safety helmets and high-visibility vests on an industrial site

Coating, Painting & Insulation Inspection

  • Corrosion & Protection Basics
  • Surface Preparation (ISO 8501, Sa 2½)
  • Ambient Conditions & Dew Point
  • WFT & DFT Measurement
  • Adhesion & Holiday Testing
  • Insulation & Cladding Checks
PracticalsDFT readings and a coating inspection report
Module 8 CORE Institute students holding their course certificates

QA/QC Documentation, Audits & Careers

  • Inspection & Test Plans (ITP)
  • RFIs, NCRs & CAPA
  • Calibration Control
  • Final Documentation Dossier
  • Resume & Portfolio Preparation
  • Mock Interviews
PracticalsBuild an ITP and raise an NCR for a case-study project

Want to carry out NDT yourself as a certified technician? Add our ASNT Level II NDT course to your QA/QC diploma, a combination many Gulf employers ask for.

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Hands-On Training

Inspect Real Work, Not Just Slides

Practical, real-world training with examples and case studies. You read the drawings, check the welds, witness the tests and sign the reports, the same way you will on the job.

Inspection Tools

Weld gauges, DFT meters, calipers and NDT kits.

Real Project Documents

Sample ITPs, WPS, test packs and inspection reports.

Code Compliance

Best practice that meets regulations and client specifications.

Continuous Improvement

Root-cause analysis and corrective action that sticks.

Career Paths

Career Opportunities After QA/QC

Oil and gas, refineries, power plants, fabrication yards, manufacturing and construction projects all need qualified QA/QC staff. The Diploma in QA/QC opens diverse career paths in Kerala, across India and in the Gulf.

QA/QC Engineer
QC Inspector
Welding Inspector
Piping Inspector
Mechanical Inspector
Coating Inspector
Quality Engineer
Third-Party Inspector
Students and faculty at CORE Institute of Technology

Enroll Now

Take the first step towards a career in quality and inspection. Secure your seat in the next Mechanical QA/QC batch today.

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Placements

Our Students Get Placed

CORE students are working with construction, engineering and industrial companies across Kerala and India.

CORE Institute student Rohith placed as QC Engineer at SBCT LLP Industries, Bangalore
CORE Institute student Anathu K J placed as Electrical Engineer at Steel Industrials Kerala Limited, Thrissur
CORE Institute student Midhuna V P placed as Quantity Surveyor at KSA Kunnamkulam
CORE Institute student Fathima Rinsha placed as Quantity Surveyor at Ardor Structural System, Malappuram
Recognition

Certification & Affiliations

On completing the Mechanical QA/QC course you receive CTDS and Core certifications. CTDS (Council for Technical Development Continuing Academic Educational & Scientific Studies) is registered as an NGO under the aegis of the Government of India, and Core Institute of Technology is an authorised certified training centre.

CORE Institute of Technology certifications and affiliations including CTDS, Autodesk, ASNT, Certiport, SAP and Tally
Awards

Awards & Recognition

Recognised by Autodesk and CTDS for training quality and student outcomes.

CORE Institute of Technology team at the Autodesk ALP Elevate Partner Summit 2026 India, Autodesk Learning Partner
Autodesk ALP Summit 2026
CTDS Excellence Certificate awarding CORE Institute of Technology centre of excellence 2023-2024
CTDS Centre of Excellence 2023–2024
CORE Institute team receiving the CTDS Excellence Award 2023-2024
CTDS Excellence Award Ceremony

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Mechanical QA/QC course?

A Mechanical QA/QC course trains you in Quality Assurance, the systems and procedures that prevent defects, and Quality Control, the inspections and tests that find them. You learn to inspect materials, welds, piping, pressure equipment and coatings against codes such as ASME, API and AWS, and to keep the records that prove a project meets its quality requirements.

What is the difference between QA and QC?

Quality Assurance is process-focused: it sets up the quality plan, procedures, audits and documentation so that work is done right the first time. Quality Control is product-focused: it inspects and tests the actual materials and work, such as welds, pipe joints and coatings, to confirm they meet the specification. A QA/QC engineer does both.

Who can join the Mechanical QA/QC course?

The course suits mechanical, production, industrial and marine engineering students and graduates, diploma and ITI holders, and working professionals in fabrication, construction, oil and gas or manufacturing who want to move into quality and inspection roles.

Does the QA/QC course include NDT?

Yes. The course covers the NDT methods a QA/QC engineer reviews and witnesses: visual, liquid penetrant, magnetic particle, ultrasonic and radiographic testing, and how to check NDT reports against acceptance criteria. If you want to perform NDT yourself as a certified technician, you can add our ASNT Level II NDT course.

What are the different training modes available?

We offer three training modes: Classroom, Online and Hybrid. You can choose the mode that best fits your schedule and learning preferences.

Which certificates will I receive?

On successful completion of the Mechanical QA/QC course you receive CTDS and Core certifications, which strengthen your resume and show employers your quality and inspection skills.

What jobs can I get after the Mechanical QA/QC course?

QA/QC skills lead to roles such as QA/QC Engineer, QC Inspector, Welding Inspector, Piping Inspector, Mechanical Inspector, Coating Inspector, Quality Engineer and Third-Party Inspector in oil and gas, refineries, power plants, fabrication yards, manufacturing and construction projects, in Kerala, across India and in the Gulf. CORE provides placement assistance.

Where can I attend Mechanical QA/QC classes in Kerala?

Classroom training is available at our centres in Kochi, Thrissur, Irinjalakuda, Attingal (Trivandrum) and Palakkad. The course is also offered online and in hybrid mode, so students from Ernakulam, Kottayam, Kollam, Chalakudy and across Kerala can join.
Visit Us

QA/QC Training Centres in Kerala

Kochi (Head Office)

Ground Floor, V&S Building, Mariaman Kovil Road, Kacheripady, Kochi, Ernakulam, Kerala 682018

Thrissur (Regional Office)

Korappath Building, 2nd Floor, Machingal Line, MG Road, Naikkanal, Thrissur, Kerala 680001

Thrissur

2nd Floor, Trichur Trade Center, Kuruppam Rd, Marar Road Area, Thrissur, Kerala 680001

Irinjalakuda

2nd Floor, Edapully Emporium, Irinjalakuda Main Rd

Attingal, Trivandrum

1st Floor, Jasim Towers, above ICICI Bank, Attingal, Kerala 695101

Palakkad

H.M Tower, 2nd Floor, Coimbatore Rd, Kalmandapam, Palakkad, Kerala 678001