City-and-Guilds - 18th Edition course syllabus.

Category: Building-Services

Level: Intermediate

This 3 day City & Guilds course will enable you to demonstrate a detailed knowledge as well as gaining familiarity with the layout, content and application of the IET Wiring Regulations 18th Edition known as BS7671:2018 Requirements for Electrical Installations.

This Certificate ensures you are up-to-date with the latest industry regulations on wiring and the safe use and operation of electrical equipment and systems. The course is aimed at those involved with the design, installation or testing of electrical installations in accordance with the 18th Edition of the IET Wiring Regulations.

From January 1 2019, it will be a requirement that all electrical installations designed after this date comply with BS 7671:2018, 18th Edition.

The 18th edition course is aimed at practicing electricians, electrical contractors and those who require to have a good working knowledge of BS 7671. The aim of this 3 day electrical training course is to gain familiarity with the layout, content and application of the BS 7671: 2018 18th Edition Regulations. It is intended to ensure that on completion of this course, individuals are conversant with the format, content and the application of the Requirements for Electrical Installations BS 7671: 2018 18th Edition Regulations.

Scope, object and fundamental principles of BS7671:2018

Electrical definitions

Assessment of general characteristics

Requirements of protection for electrical safety

Selection and erection of equipment

Electrical inspection and testing

Special installations or locations

Use of the information within BS7671:2018 appendices

Assessment includes a two hour online multiple-choice exam

Energy efficiency

Protection against fire – installation of arc fault detection devices (AFDDs)

Protection against transient over voltage

The exam for the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations course will be completed online. You will have 120 minutes to answer 60 multiple choice questions. You can take your Wiring Regulations book into the exam with you for reference.