PAT (Portable Appliance Testing)

Vocational qualification

In Hyde

£ 125 + VAT

Description

  • Type

    Vocational qualification

  • Location

    Hyde

  • Duration

    2 Weeks

Brief introduction to the statutory background associated with the testing of portable appliances. The instruments used for testing. Testing of various types of appliance. Which tests to perform. Interpretation of results. Visual inspections and record keeping. C&G examination

Facilities

Location

Start date

Hyde (Cheshire)
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Oldham Street, SK14 1LJ

Start date

On request

About this course

This course is mainly intended for those already involved with safety or electrical work. No qualifications are required although an understanding of electricity and science principles would be an advantage as the course is at level 3.

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Course programme


PAT (Portable Appliance Testing)

Course Code: EF0008MQ/1A
Category: Construction
Centre: Shirley House
Start Date: 26/11/2009
Day(s) of Week: WEDNESDAY
Times: 01:15 PM - 04:30 PM
Duration: 2 weeks
Fee: £125
Full fees are payable by all students. Discounted fees are not available.

Course Content: Brief introduction to the statutory background associated with the testing of portable appliances.

The instruments used for testing

Testing of various types of appliance

Which tests to perform

Interpretation of results

Visual inspections and record keeping

C&G examination

Special Features: Learners are required to purchase the course reference book (details below) that covers the course content. The book may also be used in the C&G examination.

IEE code of practice for in-service inspection and testing of electrical equipment, available from The Institute of Engineering and Technology, Price £35; ISBN 978-0-86341-833-4

Assessment is via a 30 question multiple choice 1 hour on-line exam.

Course Format: Delivered on Wednesday afternoons at Hyde Centre (Shirley House) with an exam on the fourth Wednesday afternoon of the course. 2 pm to 5 pm (including 15 minute break).

Course Dates

Available on request

Progression: City and Guilds electrical Installation courses.

PAT (Portable Appliance Testing)

£ 125 + VAT