City and Guilds 2382-12 17th Edition Electrical Course Stockton

City & Guilds 17th Edition 2382-12 IEE Electrical Training Course

Course Overview

The 17^th Edition amendment 1 course in Stockton is a classroom only course and does not include any practical aspects.

The Stockton 17^th Edition incorporating amendment 1 teaches all aspects of the previous 17^th Edition course but also includes the new sections covered by amendment one. These consist of:

New Section 444 - Measures against Electromagnetic disturbances:Any equipment such as lifts, transformers and fluorescent lighting can cause electromagnetic disturbances and this interference can damage IT equipment, components and circuits.  This new section suggests recommendations to avoid and reduce electromagnetic disturbances.

New Section 534 - Devices for protection against overvoltage (surge protection): Transient voltages can have a peak value of 6kV. Lightning strike and electrical switching can give transient overvoltages to installations. This new section requires the installation of SPDs to limit transient overvoltages and divert surge current away from sensitive equipment.

New Section 710 - Medical locations: Strict measures are needed to ensure the safety of medical patients especially where they are likely to be subjected to the application of medical electrical equipment.

New Section 729 - Operating or maintenance gangways: Regulation 15 of the Electricity at Work Act requires working space, access and lighting to be correctly and adequately provided where work is being carried out. This new section includes requirements for gangway width, access, emergency access and emergency evacuation.

Appendix Six - Model forms for certification and reporting: Periodic inspection and testing is required because electrical installations can deteriorate over time. As legislation states that electrical installations should be maintained, periodic inspection and testing of installations is required.

Assessment

The 17^th Edition Stockton course assessment takes place on the third day of the course and consists of a two hour examination.

Certification

Once a learner has successfully completed the 17^th Edition amendment one course, they will be fully qualified to undertake work to 17^th Edition standard including the newer amendment 1.

Length

The 17^th Edition amendment one course is three days long in total.

Suitability

Stockton's 17^th Edition amendment one course is ideally suited to those who either work in an environment that requires 17^th Edition qualifications, need to update from the previous version or need to learn 17^th Edition skills for their career development.

All candidates must have an interest in the subject.

Progression and Development

The 17^th Edition course is the basic standard qualification for almost all aspects of any electrical career and is necessary for anyone serious about a career in electrics.

Once completed, this Stockton 17^th Edition course allows candidates who successfully pass to move on to further higher level courses.

Pre-requisites

All those wanting to gain entry to the 17^th Edition training course should have some electrical knowledge and any prior training would be an advantage. However, it is only essential for learners to have an interest in the subject matter.

Course Reading Material

Candidates should familiarise themselves with the current 17^th Edition Wiring Regulations incorporating Amendment 1, (green book).