Mode of study	Part-time
Duration	5 Weeks
Campus	London Road Campus
Start date	3 June 2025
Tuition Fee	£675
Exam/Reg Fee	£155
Material Fee	£45
Course code	PLR3EIT001 (2425A)
Runs on	Tuesday 18:00-21:00 Thursday 18:00-21:00

Important information:

Please note that this course is held 2 evenings a week for 4 weeks with an additional evening in the fifth week to include the online exam, plus additional time booked for the practical assessment.

Who is it for?

Practising electricians currently working in the industry.
Entry Requirements

This course is designed for electricians with experience of testing who wish to develop these skills.
Candidates should hold a Level 3 Electrical qualification such as: City & Guilds 5357, 2357 or equivalent.
What does the course involve?
- Safe isolation of electrical circuits and installations
- Requirements for completing the inspection of electrical installations prior to them being placed into service
- Requirements for the safe testing and commissioning of electrical installations
- Requirements for the completion of electrical installation certificates, electrical installation condition reports 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
- Existing installations' Health and Safety requirements
How is the course assessed?
The course is assessed as follows:
- Unit 502 - Initial and Periodic Inspection and Testing which includes;
- Task A – A visual inspection exercise (30 mins)
- Task B – Practical Inspection, Testing & Certification assessment (2 hrs 30 mins)
- Task C – Short answer written exam, open book (1 hr 20 mins)
- Unit 052 - Initial and Periodic Inspection and Testing, 2-Hour Online open book multiple choice test.
How much does it cost?

Additional costs include the purchase of the following books: ISBN 978-1-84919-873-8 Guidance Note 3 – Amendment 2.
What do I do next?

If you meet the entry requirements for this course, please use the Register my Interest or Apply Now buttons or contact Part-time Admissions on 01743 342333 to organise enrolment. If you are still undecided about the course most suitable for you, please drop in to one of our Advice Events, ring Part-time Admissions on 01743 342 333, use our Live Chat facility or email: courseadvice@scg.ac.uk
Fees stated are for enrolment for the current academic year only. Courses which run for 2 or 3 years will be subject to further fees and possible price increases each year.