The course is aimed at practising electricians and electrical contractors and is intended to ensure that they are conversant with the format, content and application of BS 7671: 2015 amendment 3. The course is also suitable for others who may require a basic working knowledge of BS 7671
When will the 18th Edition of BS 7671 be published? The
publication date is on target for 1st July
2018. The
cover colour will be blue to replace the current yellow book.
What about my yellow copy of BS 7671:2008(2015); when does
that expire?
Both
the new 18th Edition
(blue cover) and the old 17th Edition
(yellow cover) will be current documents until
January 2019. From January 2019 only the 18th Edition
(blue cover) will be permitted when designing,
erecting, and inspecting and testing electrical installations.
What will happen to 2382?
From
1st July 2018, we will launch a new complex - the 2382-18 for centres to
register candidates against.
This new qualification will be assessed by a 60 item multiple choice
examination that is delivered
onscreen via our e-volve system. The examination will have a 2-hour duration.
This assessment
will align fully to the new 18th Edition
(Blue). The
current qualification 2382-15 will be open for registration until 31st
December 2018. Certification for 2383-15
will close from 31st March
2019.
Will there be an assessment available to cover only the
differences between the 17th
and18th
edition?No,
an agreement was made between all Awarding Organisations and the JIB that all
examinations
based
on BS 7671 should assess that candidates are able to demonstrate understanding
of all parts,
not just changes
between editions.
What are the entry requirements ?
There are no formal entry requirements, but candidates should be literate in the terminology used in an electrical engineering environment and have a basic knowledge of the technical aspects of electrical systems in domestic, commercial or industrial installations.
What will I be doing on the course ?
- Detailed examination of all parts of BS 7671; - Selection and sizing of cables; - Sizing of protective conductors; - Using the IEE On-Site Guide; - Preparation for City & Guilds 2382-18 examination.
How long is the course ?
The course duration is between 7 and 30 hours depending on your current status and the hours can be spread over days or evenings as required by the client - sessions consists of formal instruction and culminates in a 2 hour 60 question multiple choice online exam covering the underpinning knowledge relating to the content and application of BS 7671:2018 - 18th Edition. The exam is 'open book', meaning during the two hour exam you will be able to refer to the 18th edition regulations book.
What will I be doing on the course ?