Course aims

The purpose of this course is to update participants to the 17th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations enabling competent management of electrical staff.

Designed for electrically trained engineers/craftsmen wishing to update their existing 16th edition qualification to the 17th edition, this course is accredited by City & Guilds.

It is specifically for personnel with responsibility for the design, installation or maintenance of electrical systems.

Course participants should bring a calculator, a copy of BS 7671:2008 17th Edition Wiring Regulations and the On Site Guide.

An online examination will take place on the final day.

Course Agenda

• Key changes introduced by BS 7671:2008
• Terminology used for electrical installations
• Assessment of installations
• Protection against electric shock
• Sizing of earthing and protective conductors
• Protection against short-circuit currents
• Isolation and switching
• Protection against overloads
• Sizing conductors for protection
• Selection and erection of equipment
• Special installations and locations
• Outline of the rules for inspection and testing

Certification

This course is accredited by City & Guilds.