Hi Guys, I wondered if anyone can help, I am nearing the end of completing my level 2 C&G in electrical installation. Objective is to become a qualified domestic installer NIC registered. I know I have to do level 3 but in order to become a domestic and commercial installer do I also need to...
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I have a bit of a quandary about an installation I have coming up; I need to install a 100kW rated Electric Vehicle charging station in the middle of a car park.
The supply (PME) will be in a toilet block building approximately 45m from the final location of the charger. There will be...
Been asked to quote for new cooker supply. The only practical route is to run cable outside the house. SWA seems over kill for cooker circuit. Not got full watts of cooker yet. All I know they have told need 40A breaker. Was thinking of running 10.0mm cable in conduit. Because the run is 30m...
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recently qualified (apprenticeship) gas engineer looking to expand my skill set over the next few years
its easy to see that soon to work on modern appliances you will have to be more competent with electrics than with the gas...
hi all, iv looked around for a while at previous posts but i still cant seem to get my answer so hence why im writing this now. Im trying to get info on the best way to become qualified and if its really worth it
Im 23, i was training on nvq2 when i was 17 but due to a girlfriend at the time i...
I'm aware of drilling and notching limitations in joists but do they apply to the area under the flat platform (4 steps from the top) on a 90 degree bend in a staircase?
Any guidance would be welcomed.
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My son is 15 and wants to become an electrical engineer, i know that apprenticeships are few and far between in engineering around my area and any that are available go to the ones with the highest grades. Are there any other routes for scool leavers...ONC, HNC but then what?
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Is there amything wrong with having a parallel supply, that will consist of 2 different size cables?
for examples say cable 1 = 25mm, cable 2 = 10mm.
To give a 35mm
I'm going to be applying for college for Electrical Engineer, they offer two routes -
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The course offers two routes into Electrical. You can train as an Electronic Engineer where you will develop circuits, panels and installations or manage and maintain production...
Have looked at ATL, but some seem quite negative towards them so have decided to go with OCLI
Thing is I am reading lots of different codes from different dated post and just want to make sure I am about to head down the right route. Can not get this wrong as I am retraining as I am fed up with...
Hello to all, my name is Rob.
I'm currently working full time (4 long days, not as a trade person) and the future isn't looking bright for the company so looking to train in a complete different career path.
I'm looking at the college route doing the new 2365 level 2 and 3 then jumping over...
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I am 24 years old and looking at becoming an electrician.
How would i go about doing this without going down the apprentice route?
My local college offer these courses City and Guilds level 2 and 3 in electrotechnology
if i did these two courses were would i go next after that?
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I was looking at a career change- currently I am working in an office and wanted to try my hand at electrical installation but I'm unsure what is the best way to go.
I had a look at college courses who offer level 1's which take a year to complete and they obviously don't you move on to level 2...
Hi Everyone, I am wiring a new single story extension. Bringing down drops to sockets except one where there is no zone as its a pillar between two patios and above is a porthole window, therefore I have to use the floor. The sub floor is already concreted. If I put cable in 20mm plastic...
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Current career is really seasonal, and weather depended all year round (After 30 years I really need a proper job!)! Looking to train as an electrician, however on looking into the details, I found scam companies, incomplete web sites and complete confusion/half truths by the most...
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Hi just finishing my 2330 level 3 and now have to complete my level 3 nvq. How long does it take? Does it have a minimum time frame you have to work before they let you get it? And also what is the best job to get because not all electrical jobs give the experience you need to complete all...
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im doing some night classes and was just wondering if this sounds like a good electrical route ....
part - p , 17th edition , c+g 2392 , leading on to the c+g 2391 ...... ?
i understand this would just allow me to work on domestic propertys ?
would i be able to work on larger...
I have a six way light switch on the end of a wall under a steel RSJ.
Can anyone offer an opinion on where/how they would route the cables.
I have attached a sketch to make it clearer.
Much Appreciated
Neil Davenport
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ive been asked to provide small lights on a staircase that turn on via a pressure pad on the bottom step and top step, 2 wayed. ive looked about online and cant find anything suitable, anyone know what i can do? cheers guys.
Currently in the Armed Forces and am due to leave in 2013, so am now in my 2 year resettlement period. I have toyed with the idea of becoming an Electrician for years now, looked over all different websites, spoke to friends who are in the Trade. The apprentice route is certainly not for me, I...
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