Portable Appliance Testing

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Refrigeration Skillnet
Duration 1 day
Comment Certification
City & Guilds 2377-12 Level 3 Certificate for the Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment

Also available as 'inhouse'

Course Fee Includes Code of practice for Inspection and Testing of In service electrical equipment (value €60), City & Guilds Certification and online learning aids.
Financial Support Subsidised for Refrigeration Skillnet member companies Fully subsidised for job-seekers.
Course Content 1. Understand the construction of portable electrical appliances, safety and shock protection
2. Understand and advise clients on suitability, housekeeping, equipment condition, examination checks and frequency.
3. Carry out visual inspection and examinations on equipment RCDs and earthing
4. Instrumentation, documentation and Labelling
5. Identify particular considerations for IT equipment.
Entry Requirements Working knowledge of mechanical or electrical systems.
Further Enquiries Tel: 01 885 5200
Email: info@refrigerationskillnet.ie
Download Application Form https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?hl=en&formkey=dFRWVnNBMThKd3daY3JqREpSUHIyc1E6MA#gid=0
Learning Outcomes • Understand health, safety, communications issues in the Mechanical Engineering Sector (MES) and it’s main bodies and organisations
• Interpret drawings, specifications, data and describe the use of I.T. in the sector
• Describe the tools and the work processes used in the MES sector.
• Calculate and quantify from drawings and mark and set out refrigeration plant.
• Understand construction methods and the materials used in the MES sector.
• Describe the structure and organisation of the RAC industry and its contribution to GDP.
• Explain the relationship between cooling systems, energy usage and the environment.
• Describe and explain cooling systems and technology.
• Explain the basic science of cooling and use charts to calculate quantities.
• Describe and explain small cooling system electrics, electronics and controls.
• Describe and explain brazing principles and processes.
Methods of Assessment Practical and theory exam.
Trainer South Easter Regional College
Location of Course Refrigeration Skillnet Training Centre, Northwest Centre, Blanchardstown
Course Web Page: 
http://www.refrigerationskillnet.ie/
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
Yes