Course overview
This introductory course is designed to provide learners with a solid working knowledge of electrical installation fundamentals, establishing both the theoretical and practical foundations required for safe, compliant electrical work. You’ll begin by exploring the core principles of electrical engineering, including Ohm’s Law and the relationship between voltage, current and resistance. You’ll also cover key regulatory requirements, including the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 and best practice safe systems of work and permit-to-work procedures.
On the practical side, you’ll gain hands-on experience in wiring an intermediate lighting circuit, a ring-final circuit, and a motor control circuit, as well as installation of junction boxes and terminal wiring. You will also study protection devices – including fuses, MCBs, RCDs and RCCBs – and learn to read simple electrical drawings and circuit diagrams. The course includes electrical system testing: continuity, polarity and insulation resistance.
From a business perspective, this course helps organisations raise the electrical awareness of their workforce, equipping operators and technicians with increased competence in recognising electrical hazards, applying safe installation methods and supporting maintenance or new build electrical tasks. It’s ideal for those seeking to step into the electrical installation domain or for businesses wanting to embed a safer and more capable workforce. Delegates who complete the course will leave with enhanced practical skills, improved safety awareness and a strong platform to progress into more advanced electrical qualifications.
Course benefits
- Builds essential foundational knowledge of electrical principles, circuits and safe working practices.
- Equips staff to carry out simple electrical tasks confidently and correctly, reducing reliance on external contractors.
- Strengthens workplace safety by improving awareness of electrical hazards and regulatory requirements.
- Enhances team capability through practical experience in wiring circuits, testing and using protection devices.
- Supports progression into further electrical training, apprenticeships or specialist qualifications.
- Improves maintenance efficiency by enabling staff to assist with basic electrical installation and fault investigation.
- Reduces downtime and operational risk through better understanding of circuit protection and testing procedures.
- Provides a strong skills base for multi-skilled engineers and technicians across manufacturing and facilities roles
Please note
This course specification has been put together to achieve the key learning aims appealing to a broad range of customers. PETA are able to use this course as the basis of a bespoke programme if you would like the learning outcomes to be specific to your organisation. Contact us for more information on our bespoke training options.
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| Date: 17 Mar 2026 | Location: Havant | Duration: 4 day - once per week | Availability: Spaces | Member Price: £921.00 (Fees + VAT) | Non-Member Price: £1,084.00 (Fees + VAT) |