Advanced Inspection and Testing Level 3

Location

Applicant Type

Adults

Level

Level 3

Subject

Electrical Installation

Course Overview

The Inspection and Testing Level 3 course is a programme that supports you to develop an understanding of the principles, practices and legislation related to electrical inspection and testing. It is suitable if you are working in the electrical industry and want to strengthen your knowledge of initial verification, periodic inspection, testing and condition reporting of electrical installations.

During the course, you will learn about safe isolation procedures for electrical circuits and installations and understand the difference between initial verification and periodic inspection. Learning focuses on how inspection and testing are carried out safely and correctly, helping you understand professional and regulatory expectations. You will also explore the requirements for completing electrical installation condition reports and associated documentation, alongside the checks needed to confirm the safety of systems and equipment before inspection, testing and commissioning. Commissioning of electrotechnical systems and equipment is covered to help you understand how installations are verified before being put into service. This course provides structured learning to support your professional development in inspection and testing.

By the end of the course, you will have a clearer understanding of inspection and testing processes, documentation and safety requirements, supporting progression within electrical inspection, testing and verification roles. This course is delivered at our Luckyn Lane campus.

Entry Requirements

It is recommended that applicants have solid electrical experience, including some practical experience in carrying out testing and using test instruments. You should hold a Level 3 diploma in one or more of the following: Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment, Electrotechnical Services or Electrotechnical Services (Experienced Worker), or an equivalent qualification. Alternatively, applicants may hold an ECS Gold Card, JIB Electrician, or an Approved Electrician Card.

This course runs throughout the year please call 0345 52 12345 for more information

Assessment and Feedback

The course takes 5 days from 8.30am to 4.30pm plus one-day practical assessment.One C&G on line multiple choice exam, two ‘short answer’ written exams and 1 day practical assessment which will be arranged once the multiple choice and written exams have been passed. The one-day practical assessment is in addition to the six days required for the course and is scheduled at a mutually agreed date with each candidate.

Fees and Funding

The course costs £1000. The course fee covers the following: Registration, examination and assessment fees Course materials, including IET Guidance Note 3 Pad and pen Certification upon successful completion Lunch & refreshments. In the event that candidates need to re-sit the examination, an additional C&G examination fee applies.

Future study/career options

Successful achievement leads to: C&G 2391 Level 3 Award in Inspection & Testing. Note: this course covers BOTH Initial Verification and Periodic Inspection and Testing.

Study Commitment

5 weeks

Additional Information

Part time day