Program Overview

EWRB Electrical Appliance Serviceperson

Overview

This short course will ensure you have the knowledge and practical skills required of an electrical appliance serviceperson. By the time you complete the course, you will have passed EWRB practical assessments and be ready to sit the EWRB Electrical Appliance Serviceperson written exam.

Course Details

• Course Code: ESAB100
• Level: 1
• Credits: 5
• Estimated Time: 2 Weeks

Course Content

• A basic understanding of electrical circuits
• The electricity supply system
• Commonly used electrical terms
• The electrical safety of personnel
• The dangers of electric shock
• Basic first aid
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (level 2)
• Common protection devices
• The principles of circuit protection
• Radio and television interference suppression
• Commonly used electrical conductors
• Commonly used electrical insulators
• The composition, use and fitment of commonly used flexible cords
• Commonly used electrical fittings
• The operation and servicing of commonly used single phase electrical appliances
• The operation and use of commonly used analogue and digital electrical measuring instruments
• The principles and methods of electrical appliance testing
• A basic use and understanding of the Electricity Regulations, Standards and Codes of Practice
• An understanding of the limits of work and other responsibilities of 'A' level registration holders

Registration and Certification

You’ll also be able to apply for registration as an Electrical Appliance Serviceperson once you’ve passed the practical assessments, written exam and completed 18 months of prescribed maintenance of electrical appliances rated up to 230 volts, single phase supplied via plug and flexible cord.

Area of Interest

• Trades

Additional Information

• Admission & Enrolment Form PDF, 427 KB