Building Regulations Part P Electrical Safety Defined Scope

Building Regulations Part P Electrical Safety Defined Scope

Course ID:
PC81114

Academy:
Construction

Introduction:
Individuals who undertake electrical work in new domestic dwellings, or extend or alter existing installations, are required to be competent and ensure their work complies with the requirements of BS 7671 IEE Wiring Regulations. Approved Document P requires that in England and Wales certain work should be notified, prior to its commencement, to the local Building Control Department. This is usually done using a Department of Central and Local Government competent person self-certification scheme operator.

The Defined Scope covers installation of a new circuit from a consumer unit or wiring additional points to an existing circuit associated with their normal trade or work activity, e.g. kitchen fitting.

Study Mode & Location:
This course takes between five and eight days depending upon the options taken. It is studied at Preston College, Fulwood Campus, St.Vincent's Road, Fulwood, Preston, PR2 8UR.

Course Content:
Core units:

• C1 - Electrical Systems
• C2 - Electrical Health & Safety
• C4 - Building Regulations (including Part P)

Defined Scope units:

• L1 - Basic Electrical Systems and Safety
• L2 - Conventional Circuit Arrangements
• L3 - Circuit Protection Earthing and Bonding
• L4 - Inspection, Testing and Certification.

Assessment:
Theory and practical assessment.

Careers & Progression Opportunities:
On completion of this course you will be able to offer a new service to your customers enhancing your employment opportunities. Other specialist education courses are available at Preston College for more information speak to an advisor.

How To Apply
You may need to have an informal interview with a Adult Admissions Adviser before enrolling on this course.
Many courses have limited places so please enquire as soon as possible. Following interview, the earliest you may enrol is mid-June.

Money Matters
There are NO fee discounts for this course.

Help, Advice & Further Information
If you know of someone who would like to study a course at Preston College but their first language is not English, please contact the Advice Centre on their behalf to discuss the options available.

Opening Hours:
Mon-Thur 9am-7.30pm (9am-5pm during College holidays)

Fri 9.30am-4.30pm

The information contained in this leaflet was correct at the time of production. Preston College however, reserves the right to alter or amend the details contained in this leaflet. This course will run subject to sufficient student numbers.