Key facts at a glance
Why take this 2391-20 course?
This qualification is intended for experienced personnel working in the electrical industry. If you are looking to develop your skills and keep up to date with requirements this course is for you. This 6 day course will provide you with all the necessary information and knowledge to design and erect an electrical installation, with the focus being on cable sizing and management, taking account of environmental influences, routing and suitability for purpose.
Entry Requirements
Before undertaking this qualification candidates should have already achieved the City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate in Inspection, Testing and Certification of Electrical Installations (2391-10). It is also strongly recommended that candidates have achieved the City & Guilds Certificate in the requirements for electrical installations (2382) or similar qualifications where candidates have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the 17th Edition. This course has an age restriction of 18 years and older.
City & Guilds 2391- 20 Course Content
Applicable Regulations and Standards.
Assessment of general characteristics of an installation.
Selection of Wiring systems.
Methods of protection against electric shock, thermal effects and over current.
Cable selection and design.
Discrimination and diversity.
Isolation, switching and control.
Earthing and earthing systems.
Special installations.
Inspection and testing.
Documentation and certification.
Project design guidance.
Text books required:
We recommend the following 4 books to help you through your course.
IEE Guidance Note 1: Selection and Erection - BS 7671- ISBN 978-0863418556
IEE Wiring Regulations BS7671:2008 - ISBN 978-1849192699
IEE Guidance Note 3 Inspection & Testing - ISBN 978-0863418570
IEE Electrical Installation Design Guide - ISBN 978-0863415500
Recommended but not essential reading:
IEE Onsite Guide ISBN 978-1849192873
We do sell the books in the centre and you can also find them in your local library. It is advisable that these books are purchased as they will be used in you day to day job once you have completed the course.
Exam & Assessment
In order to gain the 2391 Level 3 Certificate in the Certification of Electrical installations (Design, Erection and Verification) candidates must complete each of the following:-
One practical assessment (2391-302) Practical application of the inspection, testing & certification of electrical installations (Half day assessment). Candidates will already have achieved this element from the 2391-10.
One written assessment (Exam) 10 Questions 3 Hours (2391-303).
One project, requiring a minimum of 20 hours work (2391-304).
Course Dates:
This course lasts 6 Days which take form in 3 x 2 day sessions. Should you book the above available date of 19th April 2012, you will also be booking the dates below as part of your course. Please make sure you are available for all the dates below before you book this course. Please speak to an advisor if you are unsure; 01293 529777.
19th and 20th April 2012
17th and 18th May 2012
31st May and 1st June 2012
Evening exam: 12th June 2012
What's next?:
After completing this qualification we recommend:
1 Day QMS for MCS Accreditation
City & Guilds 2399 FULL Solar PV Course
