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18th Edition - Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations BS 7671:2018 (C&G 2382-22) (EAL 3298)

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This qualification is primarily aimed at practising electricians with relevant experience and other allied professionals eg surveyors, consultants and other trades needing to update and enhance their understanding of IET Wiring Regulations.

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Course Overview

This qualification is primarily aimed at practising electricians with relevant experience and other allied professionals eg surveyors, consultants and other trades needing to update and enhance their understanding of IET Wiring Regulations.

The 18th Edition course, also known as the Requirements for Electrical Installations BS 7671:2018+A2:2022, is a comprehensive course that provides students with a thorough understanding of the wiring regulations required for domestic and commercial electrical installation work.

During the three-day classroom-based course, students will become familiar with the layout, content, and application of the 18th Edition regulations. They will also cover various aspects related to electrical installations, such as wiring systems, protection, earthing, isolation, and testing.

In addition to the classroom lectures, students can complete numerous practice questions to boost their confidence and familiarize themselves with the exam methodology.

Course Content

This course will cover the following units:

1. Understand the scope, object and fundamental principles of BS 7671.

2. Understand the definitions used within BS 7671. 

3. Understand how to assess the general characteristics of electrical installations.

4. Understand requirements of protection for safety for electrical installations.

5. Understand the requirements for selection and erection of equipment for electrical installations.

6. Understand the requirements of inspection and testing of electrical installations.

7. Understand the requirements of special installations or locations as identified in BS 7671.

8. Understand the information contained within Part 8 and the appendices of BS 7671.

Assessment

Theory Assessments (Online, Multiple Choice)

The City & Guilds 18th Edition test, a 2-hour multiple-choice, online examination. The exam is open book, meaning that you will be able to refer to the 18th Edition wiring regulations book during the exam process.

Duration

3 Day Classroom Based.

Entry Requirement

There are no formal entry requirements for learners undertaking this qualification. However, centres must ensure that learners have the potential and opportunity to successfully gain the qualification.

It is expected that learners will have basic knowledge of electrical science.

Qualification Specification

Book(s)

Following books are required reference material for the course:

1) BS7671: 2018+A2:2022 Requirements for Electrical Installations (18th Edition): ISBN 978-1-83953-218-4

Next Steps

It allows candidates to progress into employment or to the following City & Guilds qualifications:

  • City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Fundamental Inspection, Testing and Initial Verification (2392-10)

  • City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate in Building Regulations for Electrical Installation Contractors in Dwellings (2393-10)

  • City & Guilds Level 3 Award in Initial Verification (2391-50)

  • City & Guilds Level 3 Award in the Periodic Inspection (2391-51)

  • City & Guilds Level 3 Award in Inspection and Testing (2391-52)

  • City & Guilds Level 4 Higher Professional Diploma in Building Services Engineering (4467-04)

Career Opportunities

Upon successful completion of it, students will receive a Level 3 certificate which will help them in registering for ECS Card and with JIB. This will help the students in finding work as Junior Electrical Installers.