City & Guilds (2382-22) 18th Edition - Requirements for Electrical Installations BS7671

What will I learn?

This City & Guilds 18th Edition course is a part time commercial training course which ensures candidates are up to date with the latest industry regulations on electrical wiring and the safe use and operation of electrical equipment and systems. Glasgow Clyde College has adapted its this course to reflect the changes within Amendment 2 of the Wiring Regulations, published in March 2022.

DELIVERY DATES IN 2023 (4 days or 7 evenings one per week)

Start Date	End Date	Mode
Tuesday 25 April 2023	Thursday 06 June 2023	Eve
Tuesday 16 May 2023	Tuesday 06 June 2023	Day
Tuesday 22 August 2023	Tuesday 12 September	Day
Tuesday 22 August 2023	Tuesday 03 October	Eve

The content of the 18th Edition is largely similar to the 17th Edition with some important changes. During our revised training sessions, we look through the content of the regulations but there is also a focus on the key areas that you may need for a job role.

The aim is for candidates to gain an understanding of the requirements contained within the BS7671, including the changes that may affect you and your work and in addition, to be successful in the examination.

The following topics are covered:

• Part 1 Scope, object and fundamental principles
• Part 2 Definitions
• Part 3 Assessment of general characteristics
• Part 4 Protection for safety
• Part 5 Selection and erection of equipment
• Part 6 Inspection and testing
• Part 7 Special installations or locations

Key changes in the 18th Edition

• Brown coloured wiring regulations book (replaced the blue book in March 2022)
• Protection against overvoltages - Clause 443 is likely to be overhauled
• Protection against fire - Chapter 42 will be updated with extra information on arc fault detection
• Updates to Isolation and Switching and to Surge Protection
• The special location Section 753 Electrical Embedded Heating will be extended to include embedded electrical heating systems for surface heating, and will include de icing and frost prevention systems
• Appendix 16 covering aspects of energy efficiency

What changes are there in 2022?

Most of the changes are relevant to new types of technology such as solar panels and energy efficient installations. The regulations will reflect the changes to ensure installations are safe, efficient, useful, able to meet developing standards and that consideration is given to electrical industry operatations, the specific roles of electrical engineers and how quickly technology changes. 

Significant changes are now incorporated within a new Part 8 of BS7671:2022 providing learners with a  new Chapter 82 that addresses - Prosumers Low Voltage electrical installations, removal of the risk assessment method for omitting additional RCD protection on socket outlets and new foundation earthing requirements. A brown Wiring Regulations text book replaces the original 18th Edition Wiring Regulations text book which was blue. 

Glasgow Clyde College has adapted its 18th Edition course to reflect the changes within amendment 2 of the wiring regulations. 

Full Course

The course is classroom based over 4 days / 7 evenings one session per week with a 2 hour online assessment on the last date of delivery. 

Update Course (18th Edition certificate holders only):

This is classrom based over 3 evenings for those who already hold the 18th Edition but require amendment 2 published March 2022, with a 2 hours online assessment on the last date of delivery. 

Assessment Only:

The online assessment can be undertaken stand alone at a fixed rate. Candidates must have access to the appropriate resources to undertake independent learning. 

A complimentary resit is included if required on all offerings. 

There are various funding options you or your company may be eligible for (specific criteria applies): 

• Individual Training Account (via Skills Development Scotland)
• Enhanced Learning Credits (ex and current Armed Services Personnel)
• Flexible Workforce Development Funding (FWDF) (businesses)

This part time commercial training course does not meet the criteria for SAAS funding or Fee Waivers

The College has a student funding department for further funding / financial advice and support while making enquires and for the duration of the course - funding@glasgowclyde.ac.uk 

Jobs and further study

On completion of this course candidates will achieve a greater understanding of fixed wiring regulations in the UK, this is a requirement for anyone practicing fixed electrical installation.

Candidates can also progress onto other City & Guilds qualifications such as the City & Guilds (2391-52) Initial and Periodic Inspection and Testing of Electrical Installations (also available at Glasgow Clyde College), depending on their electrical experience. 

This course does not certify or qualify candidates as a electrician. For more information on becoming a qualified electrician, please get in touch.