The first part of the course introduces the candidate to basic electrical theory. The practical element of the course allows candidates to build and test the majority of electrical circuits found in domestic premises.

Each student will have a spacious work area and all circuits installed will be tested and energized.

• Basic Electricity - 1.5 days
• Atomic Theory of current flow
• Current and Voltage
• Resistance
• Ohm's Law
• Resistors in series and parallel
• AC theory - frequency, capacitance and inductive reactance
• Magnetism - permanent and electromagnets
• Transformers
• Basic Practical - 3.5 days
• Safe Isolation
• Wire types and sizes
• Cable preparation and termination
• Wiring systems
• Protective devices - fuses and circuit breakers
• Understanding and constructing a ring and radial power circuit
• Understanding and constructing one and two way lighting circuits
• Testing of all circuits constructed
• Continuity and insulation resistance testing
• Testing of earth loop impedance and fault current
• RCD testing

No previous experience required.