Mechanical to Electrical Conversion training course

A 5 day training course for mechanical and electrical staff of a predominantly mechanical background who have or who are about to be given responsibility for work on low voltage (LV) electrical installations. It is recommended that all learners of a mechanical discipline attend this course prior to any other electrical course.

Benefits of attending for the learner

• Familiarisation with plant.
• Greater understanding and compliance with legislation.

Benefits of attending for the employer

• Competence and confidence of staff members working with LV Installations.
• Employees will feel their employer has made an investment in their future.

What you will learn

• Basic electrical theory (AC & DC).
• Dangers of electricity and means of safe isolation.
• Earthing systems and types of supply.
• Transformers & LV distribution.
• Motors, starters & control circuits.
• Generators & standby supplies.
• Circuit configurations & overcurrent protection.
• Introduction to inspection & testing.

What qualifications will you achieve?

• This course incorporates assessment and certification under the City and Guilds Frontline Skills Framework Utilities 5831 scheme unit 871 Mechanical to Electrical Multi-Skilling.

How is this training delivered?

• The theory of the course is delivered in the classroom, but there is an emphasis on demonstration and hands on practical experience with relevant equipment wherever this is possible.
• The City and Guilds qualification is assessed through written tests.

What do I need to bring with me?

• Learners can bring with them any materials used by their own employer, copies of risk assessments or management systems so that they can see how their materials fit in to the context of the training.