Introduction
This qualification helps you to develop the knowledge and practical skills required to professionally carry out inspection and testing on electrical installations. It is aimed at practicing electricians who wish to gain qualifications in periodic inspection and testing as well as initial verification of new systems.
This course replaces both the City and Guilds 2394 and 2395 qualifications.
Course code
CAIT
Location
Dumfries and Stranraer Campus
Price
£700.00
Availability
Location: Dumfries
Day 1 – 24 Aug 2026 09:00
Day 2 – 31 Aug 2026 09:00
Day 3 – 07 Sep 2026 09:00
Day 4 – 14 Sep 2026 09:00
Day 5 – 21 Sep 2026 09:00
Day 6 – 28 Sep 2026 09:00
Practical Assessment (2 Persons) – 05 Oct 2026 09:00
Practical Assessment (2 Persons) – 05 Oct 2026 13:00
Practical Assessment (2 Persons) – 26 Oct 2026 09:00
Practical Assessment (2 Persons) – 26 Oct 2026 13:00
Practical Assessment (2 Persons) – 02 Nov 2026 09:00
Practical Assessment (2 Persons) – 02 Nov 2026 13:30
Evolve Exam – 03 Nov 2026 10:00
Entry Requirements
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Entry Requirements
- Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
- Applicants must hold relevant Level 3 electrotechnical qualifications.
- Applicants must have substantial practical experience working within the electrotechnical sector.
- Applicants must be up to date with current industry requirements and working to the latest 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
- Evidence of current 18th Edition knowledge must be provided, such as a City & Guilds 2382 (18th Edition Wiring Regulations) certificate.
Supporting evidence of the above requirements must be provided when booking. Failure to submit the required evidence may result in your place on the course being delayed, cancelled, or refused.
Important: This qualification is not suitable for learners who are new to the electrotechnical industry or who do not have the skills, knowledge, and experience required to carry out inspection and testing safely and competently.
DGC will carry out a thorough initial assessment before enrolment to ensure that all applicants meet the entry requirements.
Important Notice for All Course Attendees To attend and complete the course, you must bring valid photographic identification. Acceptable forms of ID include:
- A valid UK passport
- A full or provisional UK driving licence
Please note:
Failure to present a valid photo ID on the day may result in you being unable to complete the course.
This requirement is part of our compliance procedures and is essential for verifying participant identity.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Course Content
Areas covered include:
- Safe isolation of electrical circuits and installations
- Requirements for initial verification of electrical installations
- Requirements for completing the inspection of electrical installations prior to their being placed into service
- Requirements for the safe testing and commissioning of electrical installations
- Requirements for testing before circuits are energized
- Requirements for testing energized installations
- Requirements for the completion of electrical installation certificates and associated documentation
- Safety of systems and equipment prior to completion of inspection, testing and commissioning
- Inspection of electrical installations prior to them being placed into service
- Commissioning electrotechnical systems and equipment
- Health and Safety requirements
- Relevant documentation
- Factors that affect conductor resistance values
- Common earth fault loop paths
- Methods for verifying protection
- Requirements for determining fault current
- Procedures for dealing with clients
Assessments
- One 60 item 2hr Open Book multiple-choice test (online)
- 3 practical tasks
- Short 4 item question paper
Please note that any exam resits will incur an additional fee. Details regarding the resit fee and payment process will be provided when scheduling the resit.
Course Contact Details
If you would like more information or to reserve a place on a course, please get in touch.
Telephone: 01387 734199
E-mail:shortcourses@dumgal.ac.uk
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