BPEC Electrical Competence Scheme (ECS) Level B

Updated on Fri, 22/07/2011 - 10:13am.
Professional Training Centre
Course Type: Part-time
(Explanation)
Course Start Date: 24, 25, 31 October 2011 and 01 November 2011 Assessment: 04, 07 or 08 November 2011 20, 21, 27 and 28 February 2012 Assessment: 02, 05, or 06 March 2012 01, 08, 15 and 22 May 2012 Assessment: 23, 24, or 25 May 2012
Location: Colchester
(See campus information)
Duration:

4 days + 1 day assessment
Centre: Professional Training Centre
Course Fee: £465 + £300 exam fee + £20 course books + VAT + £45 registration and certification fee

Course Description:

This course is a practical based programme offering training and assessments for compliance with Part P of the Building Regulations.  Part P divides companies (‘enterprises’) into three different classifications depending on the scope of work activities they undertake:

  • Level A: can complete all electrical work in domestic premises (usually electrical contractors)
  • Level B: can install new circuits

Course Objectives/Key Benefits:

Certification will allow registration with an appropriate validation body such as ELECSA

Who the Course is Aimed at:

  • Operatives working at Level B only
  • Suitable for persons intending to register under an approved Part P scheme

Course Content:

  •  Supply installation identification
  • Circuit protective devices
  • Electrical installation – visual inspection
  • Safe isolation
  • Pre-work survey and electrical tests
  • Exchange component
  • Supplementary bonding
  • Extension to existing circuit
  • Install new radial circuit
  • Convert lighting circuit to two way switching
  • Install new lighting circuit
  • Electrical tests
  • Electrical installation certificate
  • Install central heating and wiring
  • Central heating functional tests 

Entry Requirements:

This course covers operatives working at Level B only and assumes some level of competence.

Course Progression:

BPEC Certificate This qualification expires after 5 years and a re-assessment will then be required.

Training Method:

Four days combining some theory with practical work and assessment

Further Information:

This course is offered by the Professional Training Centre

Course Offered by the Professional Training Centre

PTC Enquiry Line: (01206) 712727

Disclaimer:

The course information describes programmes offered by Colchester Institute. The College takes all reasonable steps to provide courses as described, but cannot guarantee provision. The information is for guidance and does not form any part of a contract.

The College reserves the right to update and amend information as and when necessary. Colchester Institute will do its best to provide the courses shown, but may have to modify or withdraw a course depending on customer demand and other factors.

Fees are correct at the time of entering/printing information, but may be subject to change. The College cannot accept legal or financial liability as a result of any such changes.

Updated on Fri, 22/07/2011 - 10:13am.
 
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