Electrical

Both electrical installers and electrical maintenance technicians can gain independent verification of their technical competence through ECITB's technical tests and verification of occupational competence with ECITB's regulated qualifications. These are suitable for those working on petrochemical plants, oil and gas installations and power generating plants. Developed in partnership with industry experts and companies, they confirm knowledge and technical ability to safely and effectively follow procedures, install & terminate, test, inspect & diagnose faults in electrical systems and the associated cabling and equipment.

Tests and qualifications developed with industry experts

Gain independent verification of technical skills with ECITB's technical tests

Gain independent verification of occupational competence with ECITB's regulated qualifications

Approved courses from providers

Test the performance and condition of engineering construction electrical plant and equipment

TS MPSE 14

This course covers competence in testing electrical plant and equipment. Learners will be expected to refer to manufacturer’s manuals, follow company procedures and take account of the relevant installation procedures and safe working practices.

5 days

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Technical tests

Electrical installation

KT EI TIE 01-TIE 17

This series of technical tests verify the electrical installer’s ability to safely and effectively install and terminate specific equipment to wiring regulations on the following types of equipment:

circuits for emergency lighting or electrical distribution and circuit protective devices
transformers and chokes
alarm systems
battery and UPS systems
generators
AC and DC electrical motors
lighting equipment
controllers for HV and air conditioning equipment and systems
cable support systems and cables

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Electrical maintenance

KT EM TEM 01 - TEM 14

These technical tests verify the electrical maintenance technician’s knowledge and their ability to carry out checks, inspections and maintenance (including fault diagnosis, where relevant) on one of the following types of electrical equipment:

test circuits with pre-set faults
portable equipment
three phase distribution board
3-phase system
battery and UPS systems
industrial switch gear
AC and DC electric motors
HVAC and HV equipment

There are also practical tests that require the maintenance technician to carry out a hazardous area electrical inspection and ensure safe isolation.

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Qualifications

Diploma in Maintaining Engineering Construction Plant and Systems – Electrical at SCQF Level 7 | R142 04Electrical tagsPlease note that this qualification is unavailable for new registrations. Certification end date 30/06/2027.

ECITB Diploma in Maintaining Plant and Systems – Electrical at SCQF Level 7 | R834 04Electrical tagsAn ECITB Diploma in Maintaining Plant and Systems – Electrical at SCQF Level 7 includes units on contributing to effective working relationships in engineering construction, working with environmental sustainability in mind and more.

ECITB Level 3 Diploma in Engineering Construction Maintenance (RQF) – Electrical Pathway | Ofqual QN: 603/3036/3 | QW Approval No: C00/1230/5Electrical tagsA Level 3 Diploma in Engineering Construction Maintenance (RQF) – Electrical Pathway supports learners in the removal and replacement of components including checking for defects, disassembly of plant and equipment and more.

ECITB Level 3 Diploma in Installing Engineering Construction Plant and Systems (RQF) – Electrical Fitting Pathway | Ofqual QN: 603/3140/9 | QW Approval No: C00/1232/3Electrical tagsA Level 3 Diploma in Installing Engineering Construction Plant and Systems (RQF) – Electrical Fitting Pathway supports learners to shape components by material removal using hand tools, interpret and follow fabrication and installation documentation and procedures and more.

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Connected Competence

Electrical tests are available under Connected Competence. Through industry-recognised, standardised testing, Connected Competence assures an ongoing base level of technical competence for workers across the engineering construction industry (ECI) to create a safer, more competent and transferable workforce.

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