Key facts at a glance
Why take this course?
Testing and Inspection is often a difficult subject for even the most experienced of electricians. The City and Guilds 2392 Inspection and testing qualification, not only demystifies testing, it also provides you with a qualification and certificate to show you are competent to undertake the work.
It's a very essential skill and qualification to have for anyone undertaking electrical installations.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification. However we must ensure that all our candidates have the potential and opportunity to successfully gain this qualification.
Candidates are expected to have a basic knowledge and understanding of electrical science and principles and experience of electrical installation either within the electrical industry or allied trade.
This qualification is not approved for use by candidates under the age of 18. City and Guilds will not accept any registrations for candidates under this age.
City & Guilds 2392 - 10 Course Content:
Preparation for initial inspection and testing
Electrical Inspection & Testing
Training in the use of multi function testing meters
Safe isolation procedures and equipment
Inspection & testing documentation
Continuity of Protective Conductors
Continuity of Ring final circuit conductors
Insulation Resistance
Protection by SELV
Polarity
Earth Electrode resistance
Earth fault loop impedence
RCD testing
Prospective fault current
Verification of volt drop
The above consist of both practical workshop and theoretical classroom electrical training
Text books required:
It is essential that you have the following books as reference material:
Guidance Note 3: Inspection and Testing (Guidance Notes for BS 7671) (Paperback) ISBN-13: 978-0863418570
On-Site Guide (BS 7671:2008 Wiring Regulations, incorporating Amendment No 1:2011) IET 978-1849192873
Recommended but not essential:
Requirements for Electrical Installations: IET Wiring Regulations 17th Edition (BS 7671:2008 incorporating amendment no 1: 2011) IET 978-1849192699
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.
Course Code: TS4U-92
What's next?:
After completing this qualification we recommend:
City & Guilds 2391-10 Inspection & Testing Courses
Part P Domestic Electrical Installers Course
City & Guilds 2399 FULL Solar PV Course
