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
£600.00
Availability
Location: Dumfries
Evening 1 – 03 Mar 2026 18:00
Evening 2 – 10 Mar 2026 18:00
Evening 3 – 17 Mar 2026 18:00
Evening 4 – 24 Mar 2026 18:00
Evening 5 – 14 Apr 2026 18:00
Evening 6 – 21 Apr 2026 18:00
Evening 7 – 28 Apr 2026 18:00
Evening 8 – 05 May 2026 18:00
Evening 9 – 12 May 2026 18:00
Evening 10 – 19 May 2026 18:00
Evening 11 – 26 May 2026 18:00
Evening 12 – 02 Jun 2026 18:00
Online Assessment – 04 Jun 2026 18:00
Practical Assessment (2 persons allocated) – 09 Jun 2026 18:00
Practical Assessment (2 persons allocated) – 16 Jun 2026 18:00
Practical Assessment (2 persons allocated) – 23 Jun 2026 18:00
Practical Assessment (2 persons allocated) – 30 Jun 2026 18:00
Day 1 – 06 May 2026 09:00
Day 2 – 13 May 2026 09:00
Day 3 – 20 May 2026 09:00
Day 4 – 27 May 2026 09:00
Day 5 – 03 Jun 2026 09:00
Day 6 – 10 Jun 2026 09:00
Practical Assessment (2 Persons) – 17 Jun 2026 09:00
Practical Assessment (2 Persons) – 17 Jun 2026 13:00
Practical Assessment (2 Persons) – 24 Jun 2026 09:00
Practical Assessment (2 Persons) – 24 Jun 2026 13:00
Evolve Exam – 25 Jun 2026 10:00
Entry Requirements
You must be over 18 years old and up-to-date with industry requirements.
It is essential you have a good up to date understanding of BS 7671: IET Wiring Regulations
This qualification is intended for experienced professionals in the electrotechnical industry. It is not suitable for individuals who are new to the sector or who lack the necessary skills, knowledge, and experience to carry out inspection and testing safely and competently.
Applicants should already hold relevant Level 3 electrotechnical qualifications and have substantial practical experience. Those with limited industry experience should not apply.
DGC will carry out a thorough initial assessment to ensure each applicant meets the entry requirements before enrolment.
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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