New Entrant Foundation Course (York)

• PPL Basic Electrical Principles and Safe Isolation Course
• 5 days
• Small tutor groups
• Experienced electrical tutors
• Certificate of attendance upon completion
• Aimed at candidates with little or no electrical experience, wishing to take the first steps into the electrical industry

New Entrant Foundation Course Overview

This course will provide delegates with an understanding of the basic principles of electricity and its uses.  The course emphasises the hazards of electricity and the procedures to be adopted in carrying out safe isolation of electrical circuits.  In addition, it will provide delegates with an understanding of the statutory requirements when constructing, maintaing and operating electrical systems.

This 5-day course is aimed at delegates with little or no experience of electrical work or basic principles wishing to take the first steps in the electrical industry and covers both practical and theory elements.  It is designed as an introduction to electricity before embarking on the official qualifications such as Part P and 17th Edition Wiring Regulations.

For further information on this PPL Basic Electrical Principles and Safe Isolation course, please view the theory overview tab.

New Entrant Foundation Course Theory Overview

PPL Basic Electrical Principles and Safe Isolation course theory overview:

This course will cover the following theory topics:

• Introduction to Electricity and the associated hazards
• Regulations
• Basic Direct Current Theory
• Basic Alternating Current Theory
• Earthing and Transformers
• Overcurrent Protection and Devices
• Circuit Configuration
• Inspection and Testing Theory

For further information on this PPL Basic Electrical Principles and Safe Isolation course, please view the practical overview tab.

New Entrant Foundation Course Practical Overview

PPL Basic Electrical Principles and Safe Isolation course practical overview:

This course will cover the following practical elements:

• Practical Series/Parallel Circuits
• Electrical Isolation
• Inspection and Testing

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PPL Basic Electrical Principles and Safe Isolation course frequently asked questions:

Course times:   9am until approx 4.30pm
Course Duration: 5 days
Payment:  £200 deposit
Assessment Method: Theory & Practical Assements
Certification: Certificate of Attendance

Q - I am not a plumber but am thinking of training to become an electrician, would this course benefit me?

A - It would serve as a useful introduction to basic electrical theory and wiring.

Q - Why should I choose PPL for a Basic Electrical and Safe Isolation course?

A - We have trained hundreds of people for Part P and 17th Edition and our resources are second to none.  This was the comment from a Bpec external verifier on our Part P facilities:

"PPL have created an excellent Part P training and assessment facility, well done to all concerned", Ian Palmer, Bpec Certification Ltd.

And we also do not charge for further training and assessment if required for a successful pass.

Q - What are the course times for the PPL Basic Electrical and Safe Isolation course?

A - The course is Monday-Friday starting at 9am until approximately 4.30pm.

Q - How much deposit is required?

A - £200 deposit is required to secure your place on the course.

Q- How do I book a place on the PPL Basic Electrical and Safe Isolation course?

A - Book online for your chosen date or call us on 0845 2600 966.

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