Key facts at a glance
The City & Guilds 2396 course is in it's final stages of development. The information below is based on City & Guilds course material however this may be revised in the coming months.
Why take this 2396 Electrical Design course?
The 2396 course 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.
This Level 4 2396 qualification will replace the 2391-20 course which is currently being phased out and is the latest and most up to date course on the subject.
2396 Course Entry Requirements
Candidates should be experienced in electrical installation and ideally hold one of the following inspection & testing qualifications:
City & Guilds 2391-10 Inspection & Testing Course or
City & Guilds 2394 Initial Verification & Certification Course or
City & Guilds 2395 Period Inspection & Testing Course
It is also strongly recommended that candidates have achieved the City & Guilds 2382 or similar qualifications which demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the 17th Edition.
If you are unsure of your suitability please contact a course advisor on 01293 529777.
This course has an age restriction of 18 years and older.
City & Guilds 2396 Course Content
The 2396 course teaches you the invaluable skills to design and scope electrical installations. Course content includes:
Statutory and non-statutory requirements relating to electrical installation design, construction management and verification
The electrical installation design, construction and commissioning process
BS 7671 requirements relating to electrical installation design
Design and verification procedures for single and poly phase electrical installations
Fundamental principles for the design and installation of associated protective systems relating to electrical installations
Factors that affect choice of alternative energy sources and environmental technologies used within electrical installation design
You will need to prove competence in these subjects via a set assignment and a written exam.
Text books required:
TBA
Exam & Assessment
Candidates must complete a one assignment estimated to be around 40 hours of work and one written exam which must be taken at a time set by City & Guilds.
