IET Wiring Regulations (17th Edition)

IET Wiring Regulations (17th Edition)

The IET Wiring Regulations 17th edition, also known as BS7671, are the definitive standards for the safe use and operation of electrical equipment and systems within the electrical industry. If you are an electrician or electrical engineer you know it is vital to keep up with the current regulations and prove you have the latest qualifications. With our IET Wiring Regulations course you'll be able to refresh your knowledge of electrical wiring regulations and prepare for the City & Guilds 2382 exam.

The IET Wiring Regulations course will equip you with the Institute of Electrical Engineers' (IET) Wiring Regulations (17th Edition), also known as BS7671. With that you will have the knowledge to sit the industry-recognised City & Guilds 2382 exam.

You will look at the history and principles behind BS7671 and see how its requirements are structured.

The course will cover all aspects of the electrical wiring regulations, including installation, equipment, earthing, testing and more. You will look at the external factors which can affect an installation and learn the ways the regulations can be applied to various installations, such as bathrooms, swimming pools and agricultural sites.

Entry Requirements

To enrol in the IET Wiring Regulations course, you should be a practising electrician or electrical contractor, preferably with onsite experience.

Where will I go from here?

After completing the IET Wiring Regulations course you will have the knowledge required to sit the City & Guilds 2382 exam. Having the most up to date qualifications can lead to enhanced career prospects in your trade, and an increased client base.

What will I gain?

On completion of the IET Wiring Regulations course, you'll be able to sit the industry-recognised City & Guilds 2382 exam.

Assessment

Assessments are a great way of checking your progress. During your IET Wiring Regulations course, you'll complete three assessments (set by ICS) consisting of 10 multiple-choice questions and one final exam (set by City & Guilds) with 60 multiple-choice questions that must be completed within 2 hours.

Generally, assessments can be sent to us online via the ICS Student Community: it's the fastest way to receive your results. Alternatively, you can post them to us.

What will I get?

Because we're experts in home learning, ICS knows about and offers all the support you need along the way.

You'll receive study materials that have been specially designed for distance learning by experts in your chosen field.

As an IET Wiring Regulations student, you'll receive two complimentary textbooks: IET Wiring Regulations 17th Edition and IET On-site Guide.

You'll have access to an experienced personal tutor both online and over the phone, ready to help you with guidance and motivation.

You'll also be part of the ICS Online Student Community, where you'll have access to library materials and your account information, as well as vital links with your fellow students, with the chance to discuss your work, ask questions and make new friends.

Study Period

9 months

Hours of study

90 hours

(That's equivalent to about 2 ½ hours of study a week for the nine-month support period)

Support period

9 months

Course code

W17

Course cost

£509.00

Additional fees

There are City & Guilds registration and exam fees that are additional to your course fees:

  • City & Guilds registration fee: £32.50 (payable on enrolment)
  • City & Guilds 2382 exam fee: £52.50 (payable at end of last study period)
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Key Topics

Introduction to BS7671

  • Explore the purpose and history of BS7671. Gain an understanding of the structure of BS7671.

Principles, Object and Scope of the Regulations

  • Examine the scope, object and fundamental principles of BS7671

Definitions and Terminology

  • Familiarise yourself with the definitions and symbols used in BS7671. Examine the different earthing systems.

Assessment of the General Characteristics of the Installation

  • Explore the importance of making an assessment of the general characteristics of an installation, and consider an installation's purpose, compatibility with other installations, and maintainability. Learn to identify external influences to which the installation may be subjected.

Requirements for Overcurrent Protection, Cable Sizing and Voltage Drop

  • Explore the Regulations' requirements for overcurrent protection and the basic method of cable sizing. Examine the requirements for limiting the voltage drop within an installation.

Requirements for Isolation and Switching

  • Explore the Regulations' requirements for isolation and switching facilities. Discover ways of meeting these requirements, including the use of suitable devices.

Earthing, Bonding and Shock Protection

  • Explore the Regulations' requirements for protection against electric shock and the methods available for meeting these requirements. Examine the Regulations' earthing and bonding requirements.

Selection and Erection of Equipment

  • Examine the selection and erection of wiring systems and other systems, and explore operational requirements, external influences and accessibility.

Requirements for Inspection and Testing

  • Learn how to adhere to the requirements of BS7671 as regards the inspection and testing of an installation.

Special Installations or Locations

  • Explore ways in which the General Regulations may need to be modified to suit particular situations, for example: bathrooms, swimming pools, saunas, construction sites, agricultural and horticultural premises, restrictive locations, caravans and highways.

You can either pay for your IET Wiring Regulations course in full or opt for a monthly payment plan.

Course fee: £509 (excluding discounts)

Or speak to one of our course advisors now for payment plans.

 There are City & Guilds registration and exam fees that are additional to your course fees:

  • City & Guilds registration fee: £32.50 (payable on enrolment)
  • City & Guilds 2382 exam fee: £52.50 (payable at end of final study period)