PPL Electrical Foundation Course (York)

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.

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

Delegates will be required to carry out a written assessment consisting of 30 questions.

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

PPL Basic Electrical Principles and Safe Isolation course practical overview:

This course will cover the following practical elements:

• Practical Series/Parallel Circuits
• Circuit Configuration
• Circuit Wiring
• Electrical Isolation
• Inspection and Testing

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

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 have never thought of offering minor electrical work and have no electrical experience, why should I take the course?

A - The course is aimed at people who have no electrical experience and who may wish to offer minor electrical work.  Official certificated electrical qualifications are complex in nature to achieve and this course acts as an introduction to electricity before moving on to do the official qualifications.  Being able to offer electrical work as well as plumbing work will only be of benefit to you and your customers.

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

A - Yes, 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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