Recognition of Prior Learning

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Recognition of Prior Learning

Our RPL is done through the ECITB technical competence validation tests which are international and standards-based, consisting of a bank of knowledge questions and a practical task to validate the learner's skills, knowledge and ability. Successful candidates will attain an ECITB certificate of achievement in the technical discipline which is valid for a period of 3 years. Engineering technical tests from the ECITB assess and validate the ability of individual employees or prospective recruits to perform the skill-based tasks that the industry needs. They help ensure the critical skills of engineering construction craftspeople and technicians match the demands of industry, both today and in the future.

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TECHNICAL TESTS

Technical Tests are the most flexible, economical and ‘instant’ way to assess and validate the ability of individual employees or prospective recruits to perform the skill-based tasks that the industry needs. A Technical Test ensures a Craftsperson or Technician has the skill, ability and job knowledge relevant to the work they are required to carry out. Each Technical Test examines a very specific aspect of an engineering construction discipline. The technical tests are comprised of two elements: knowledge testing and practical skills testing.

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KNOWLEDGE TESTS

The candidate will take an online test, consisting of 10 multiple-choice questions per technical test to assess theoretical knowledge of the technical area. The candidate will answer the 10 randomly generated questions from a large pool of knowledge questions. The candidate has to achieve an 80% pass mark to move onto the practical test. Achieving less than 80% in this knowledge test will result in a test referral and the candidate will have to retake the knowledge test questions again.

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PRACTICAL TESTS

The candidate will undertake a highly specified practical assessment with candidate instructions in various prescribed stages under continuous observation by the examiner. All parts of the practical test must be completed to the required standard, the candidate will be briefed on the practical test and understand exactly what is expected of them. All test criterions must be met to achieve a pass mark in the test. Any test criteria not achieved to the specified standard will result in a test referral.

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KNOWLEDGE ONLY TEST

The candidate will take an online test, consisting of 35 multiple-choice questions per discipline to assess their theoretical knowledge of the technical discipline. The candidate will answer the 35 randomly generated questions from a large pool of knowledge questions.
The candidate has to achieve an 80% pass mark/28 questions answered correctly to achieve a pass in the knowledge only test. Achieving less than 80% in this knowledge test will result in a test referral. ECITB have knowledge only tests in the following disciplines below:

  • Electrical Installation
  • Electrical Maintenance
  • Rigging
  • Pipefitting
  • Plating

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TIE01 Install Emergency Lighting - CCY1
The candidate has to successfully install a lighting circuit to include Maintained and Non-maintained Emergency light fittings. On completion the candidate is to test and function check. All work to comply with the relevant specification
TIE02 Transformer & Chokes
The candidate has to successfully install and gland a 25mm PVC SWA Cable to a Step Up Transformer in line with details on the Electrical Hook Up Drawing and to wiring Regulations. The test will include the insulation and resistance test of the installed cable
TIE03 Alarm Systems
The candidate has to successfully install a fire alarm circuit to include a sounder, break glass units and two zones of detection, On completion the candidate is to test and function check the fire alarm circuit. All test activity to comply with the wiring regulations.
TIE04 Electrical Distribution Systems - CCY3
The candidate has to successfully install a 3 phase and Neutral distribution board ensuring that the outgoing circuit loads are balanced across the Phases. The circuits are to include both single and 3 phase supplies.
TIE05 Battery and UPS Systems
The candidate has to successfully install to specification the UPS system to provide battery back up in the event of power failure on a nominated 16amp Radial Circuit or 32amp ring main circuit, the candidate will test and function check the installation in accordance with the wiring regulations.
TE06 Circuit Protective Devices
The candidate has to successfully install circuit protective devices to a three Phase distribution board, each circuit protective device is to be appropriate for the circuit it is protecting. The distribution board shall contain various circuits for differing loads including three phase and single phase circuits. The Candidate is to ensure all the test activity to comply with the wiring regulations.
TIE 07 Generators
The candidate has to successfully install and terminate a manual Double Pole Break - Before - Make changeover switch between a standby generator and the mains supply it is to feed. The switch is to be installed as per the manufacturer’s specifications, the candidate is to configure the generator supply to a Neutral - Earth configuration
TIE08 Installing AC Electrical Motors - CCY3
The candidate has to successfully cable terminate and test a flexible cable with threaded entry to Ex Rating including appropriate earthing (candidate must determine earth cable size) to a 3 Phase AC Induction motor and to change direction in line with the details on the electrical wiring diagram, all work is to comply with the relevant specification.
TIE09 DC Electrical Motors
The candidate has to successfully cable terminate and test a Dc shunt motor in line with the details on the electrical wiring diagram, all test activity is to comply with the wiring regulations.
TIE10 Lighting Equipment - CCY1
The candidate has to successfully install a two way and intermediate lighting circuit, test and function check the lighting circuit. All test activity to comply with the wiring regulations.
TIE11 HV and Air Conditioning Systems
The candidate has to successfully install a thermostatic controller to a heating and ventilation air conditioning system. On completion the candidate is to test and function check. All test activity to comply with the wiring regulations.
TIE12 HV Equipment
The candidate has to successfully gland and terminate a 3.3kv cable into an appropriate enclosure, the cable must be correctly phased and a cold shrink cable termination kit is to be used. All test activity is to comply with the wiring regulations.
TIE013 Earthing Equipment - CCY1
The candidate has to successfully install an earthing arrangement to a GRP or similar non-metallic Distribution board to which the Incoming supply and 2 outgoing circuits are supplied with SWA PVC cables and glands. Once the earthing is completed the candidate will carry out Earth loop impedance tests on the cables.
TIE14 Install, Gland and Terminate Power Cables - CCY 1
The candidate has to successfully install and gland a 4 core 16mm 3 phase braided cable to a component and associated cable tray in line with details on the appropriate specification. The test will include the insulation and resistance test of the installed cable.
TIE15 Installing Support Systems - CCY2
The candidate has to successfully construct and install a cable support consisting of tray, and Unistrut components to specification
TIE16 Installing Screened Instrument Cable - CCY2
The candidate has to successfully select and install a 3 pair x1.5mm individually screened braided cable between two junction boxes. The candidate will terminate both ends into the junction boxes using stuffing glands. All installation work will comply with the relevant specification
TEM01 Protection Methods
The Candidate is required to carry out a visual check, continuity and polarity check on a test circuit with pre-set faults. All work to comply with the local regulations All test activity to comply with the wiring regulations.
TEM02 Maintaining Transformers - CCY1
The candidate has to successfully carry out the inspection and maintenance of a power transformer,the inspection is to include visual inspection and testing of associated relays and temperature trip switches. All work to comply with the Electricity at Work regulations
TEM03 Electrical Hand Tools - CCY1
The candidate has to successfully carry inspection and testing of Class1 and Class 2 portable electric tools. All testing is to be carried out strictly in accordance with the selected Portable appliance tester instructions and codes. All work to comply with the wiring regulations.
TEM04 Electrical Distribution Circuits
The candidate has to successfully carry inspection and testing of a three phase distribution board, insulation resistance tests on the feeder cable and all sub circuits are to be carried out and the results recorded. All testing is to be carried out strictly in accordance with wiring regulations and all work to comply with the Electricity at Work regulations 1989.
TEM05 Battery and UPS Systems - CCY2
The candidate has to successfully carry out a Specific Gravity (SG) check on a sample of battery cells and compare to manufacturers recommendations on values and corrective actions, the candidate will take voltage readings of each cell and compare to manufacturers recommendations check the changeover switch and the bypass function. All work to comply with the relevant specification.
TEM06 Circuit Protection Devices - CCY2
The candidate has to successfully carry out the inspection and maintenance of an Air Circuit Breaker following the manufacturer’s instruction operation and maintenance manual, all work to comply with the relevant specification.
TEM07 Generators - CCY3
The candidate has to successfully carry inspection and maintenance of a brushless emergency generator, the candidate is to carry out testing of the insulation resistance of the main machine windings and the excitation windings and the resistance of the exciter diodes. All testing is to be carried out strictly in accordance with wiring regulations and all work to comply with the Electricity at Work regulations 1989.
TEM08 AC Electric Motors - CCY3
The candidate has to successfully carry inspection and maintenance of a three phase 415 volt Ac electric motor carrying out insulation resistance tests and continuity of the motor windings, the candidate is also to report on the condition of the motor bearings. All testing is to be carried out strictly in accordance with the relevant specification.
TEM09 DC Electric Motors
The candidate has to successfully carry inspection and maintenance of a DC electric motor carrying out inspection of the brushes and brush holders and condition and lubrication of the drive end and commutator end bearings, the candidate is also to report on the condition of the motor bearings and test the insulation resistance of the windings. All testing is to be carried out strictly in accordance with wiring regulations and all work to comply with the Electricity at Work regulations 1989.
TEM10 Lighting Equipment - CCY2
The candidate has to successfully carry out the inspection and testing of lighting circuits in hazardous areas checking condition of fittings, seals, and components, the candidate shall take earth loop impedance readings for the circuit. All work to comply with the relevant specification and carry out associated tests including the confirmation of circuit protection via the MCB.
TEM11 HVAC Equipment
The candidate has to successfully carry out the inspection and testing of an air conditioning fan carrying out insulation resistance tests on the fan motor and continuity and earth leakage tests on the heating elements and heater bank. All test activity to comply with the Electricity at Work regulations 1989 and the wiring regulations.
TEM12 HV Equipment
The candidate has to successfully carry out the inspection and maintenance of 3.3KV Vacuum breaker fan carrying out insulation resistance tests on the control wiring and inspecting all parts of the isolator to ensure they function smoothly operated manually. All test activity to comply with the Electricity at Work regulations 1989 and the wiring regulations.
TEM 13 Maintaining Motor Starters - CCY 3
The candidate has to successfully carry out a fault diagnosis on an AC motor starter that is preventing the motor from starting, the candidate must diagnose the fault, take corrective action and start the motor. The candidate will then be required to remove, install and function check an overload device and add an additional start stop device and function check. All work is to comply with the relevant specification.
ECITB Technical Tests – Pipefitting
The candidate has to successfully set out and mark pipework configurations using marking out and measuring equipment for the fabrication of a mitre bend, produce a template for marking out a lateral branch and mark out branch and header pipes as per the drawing.
TPF02 Developing Patterns for Pipework
The candidate has to successfully develop an accurate template pattern for a pipework configuration using marking out and measuring equipment as per the specified drawing and within set tolerances.
TPF03 Preparing Pipe Ends Using Portable Edge Preparation Machines
The candidate has to successfully use portable preparation machines to prepare pipe ends for welding, chambering the pipe end to a specified angle and within set dimensions.
TPF04 Pipe Bending
The candidate has to successfully use hand operated bending machines to bend ferrous and non- ferrous pipe, producing a rolled offset in low carbon steel pipe as per the specified drawing and within set tolerances.
TPF05 Preparing and Assembling Welded Pipework - CCY1
The candidate has to successfully use the appropriate tools and equipment to fabricate, assemble,align and tack up pipework as per the specified drawing and within set tolerances.
TPF06 Preparing and Assembling Non-Metallic Pipework
The candidate has to successfully use the appropriate tools and equipment to prepare, fabricate and assemble non-metallic pipework components using compression or cemented joints and socket welded fittings to specified drawings and within set tolerances.
TPF07 Preparing and Bonding GRP Pipework
The candidate has to successfully use the appropriate tools and equipment to prepare, fabricate, assemble and bond Glass Reinforced Plastic Pipework as per the specified drawing and within set tolerances.
TPF08 Fabricating and Installing Pipework Supports - CCY3
The candidate has to successfully use the appropriate tools and equipment to prepare, mark out,shape, fabricate and install pipework supports as per the specified drawing and within set tolerances.
TPF09 Installing Pipework Systems
The candidate has to successfully use the appropriate tools and equipment to prepare, assemble and install pipework systems and components to the specified drawing and within set tolerances.
TPF10 Preparing and Testing Pipework Systems - CCY3
The candidate has to successfully use the appropriate tools and equipment to prepare, assemble and hydrostatic test a pipework system and components in line with the correct procedures.
TPF11 Preparing and Assembling Screwed Pipework - CCY2
The candidate has to successfully use the appropriate tools and equipment to fabricate and assemble a steel pipe section with screwed fittings and flanges to a specified drawing and within set tolerances.
TPF12 Preparing and Assembling Small Bore Non-Ferrous Pipework
The candidate has to successfully use the appropriate tools and equipment to fabricate and assemble copper and plastic pipe sections to specified drawings and within set tolerances.
TPF13 Interpret Drawing Information, Fabricate and Install Pipework - CCY1
The candidate has to be able to read and extract information from engineering drawings and specifications, to support fabrication of components using the correct methods and techniques. The candidate has to assemble and install a short pipework run using spools and valves to specifications in the engineering drawing using the correct methods and techniques.
TPF14 Interpret Drawing Information, Dismantle and Install Pipework
The candidate has to dismantle, assemble and install short pipework runs using prefabricated spools, valves and the correct consumables to specifications in the engineering drawing using the correct methods and techniques.
TML01 Slinging
The candidate has to successfully select equipment/lifting appliance and lifting accessories to sling and lift an unevenly loaded item to an identified location in accordance with appropriate industry regulations/procedures.
TML02 Rigging and Working with Lifting Equipment
The candidate has to successfully select the appropriate resources and complete the safe rigging and lifting/moving of the identified item using tirfors and rollers/skates in accordance with appropriate industry regulations/procedures.
TML03 – Moving Loads
The candidate has to successfully select equipment/lifting appliance and lifting accessories to sling,lift and move an unequally weighted load through a restricted access to an identified location in accordance with appropriate industry regulations/procedures.
TER01 Slinging
The candidate has to successfully select equipment/lifting appliance and lifting accessories to sling and lift an unevenly loaded item to an identified location in accordance with appropriate industry regulations/procedures.
TER02 Rigging and Working with Lifting Equipment
The candidate has to successfully select the appropriate resources and complete the safe rigging and lifting/moving of the identified item using tirfors and rollers/skates in accordance with appropriate industry regulations/procedures.
TER03 Erecting Steelwork Structure
The candidate has to successfully erect the steelwork structure, selecting the appropriate equipment and resources to safely rig, lift, position, assemble and align structural steelwork components in accordance with appropriate industry and site specific regulations/procedures.
TER04 Erecting Pre-formed Plate
The candidate has to successfully erect a stair assembly and the pre-formed plate flooring components to the steelwork structure, selecting the appropriate equipment and resources to safely rig, lift, position, assemble and align pre-formed plate structural steelwork components in accordance with appropriate industry and site specific regulations/procedures.
Welding Pipe Preparation
The candidate has to successfully prepare and set up backed and un-backed butt joints in different pipe materials (below) in the inclined position (pipe axis inclined 450 and fixed) ready for the selected welding process to the welder approval standards specified in BS EN 287. Then store the equipment safely after use.
TTIG 01 Prepare & Setup Butt Welds in Carbon Steel Pipe
TTIG 02 Prepare & Setup Butt Welds in Stainless Steel Pipe
TTIG 03 Prepare & Setup Butt Welds in Aluminium Alloy Pipe
TTIG 06 Prepare & Setup Butt Welds in Nickel and Nickel Alloy Pipe
TMIG 02 Prepare & Setup Butt Welds in Carbon and low Alloy Steel Pipe
TFCAW 03 Prepare & Setup Butt Welds in Carbon and Low Alloy Steel Pipe
TMMA 01 Prepare & Setup Butt Welds in Carbon and Low Alloy Steel Pipe
TMMA 02 Prepare & Setup Butt Welds in Stainless Steel Pipe
TMMA 03 Prepare & Setup Butt Welds with TIG Root in Carbon Low Alloy Steel Pipe
TMMA 05 Prepare & Setup Butt Welds with TIG Root in Stainless Steel Pipe
Welding Plate Preparation
The candidate has to successfully prepare and set up backed and un-backed butt joints in different plate materials (below) ready for the selected welding process to the welder approval standards specified in BS EN 287. Then store the equipment safely after use.
TTIG 03 Prepare & Setup Butt Welds in Aluminium Alloy Plate
TTIG 04 Prepare & Setup Butt Welds in Carbon and Low Alloy Steel Plate
TTIG 05 Prepare & Setup Butt Welds in Nickel and Nickel Alloy Plate
TTIG 08 Prepare & Setup Butt Welds in Stainless Steel Plate
TMIG 01 Prepare & Setup Butt Welds in Stainless Steel Plate
TMIG 03 Prepare & Setup Butt Welds in Nickel and Nickel Alloy Plate
TMIG 04 Prepare & Setup Butt Welds in Carbon and low Alloy Steel Plate
TMIG 05 Prepare & Setup Butt Welds in Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Plate
TFCAW 01 Prepare & Setup Butt Welds in Carbon and Low Alloy Steel Plate
TFCAW 03 Prepare & Setup Butt Welds in Stainless Steel Plate
TMMA 04 Prepare & Setup Butt Welds in Carbon and Low Alloy Steel Plate
TMMA 06 Prepare & Setup Butt Welds in Nickel and Nickel Alloy Plate
TMMA 07 Prepare & Setup Butt Welds with TIG Root in Carbon and Low Alloy Steel Plate
TMMA 08 Prepare & Setup Butt Welds in Stainless Steel Plate
TMMA 09 Prepare & Setup Butt Welds with TIG Root in Nickel and Nickel Alloy Plate
Non-Critical Pipe Welding
The candidate must prepare, set up and weld the pipe joint in line with the correct Weld Procedure Specification (WPS) provided. The completed welded joint must then pass visual examination as defined on the Examiner Result Sheet. The material is low carbon steel and the processes and positions are shown below.
TNCMIG07 Non-Critical MIG Pipe Welding-1G Single V Butt Weld
TNCMMA07 Non-Critical MMA Pipe Welding-G Single V Butt Weld
TNCTIG 07 Non-Critical TIG Welding-1G Single V Butt Weld (Pipe)
Non-Critical Plate Welding
The candidate must prepare, set up and weld the plate joint in line with the correct Weld Procedure Specification (WPS) provided. The completed welded joint must then pass visual examination as defined on the Examiner Result Sheet. The material is low carbon steel and the processes and positions are shown below.
TNCMIG01 Non-Critical MIG Plate Welding-1G Butt (Square Edge)
TNCMIG02 Non-Critical MIG Plate Welding-1G Single V Butt Weld
TNCMIG03 Non-Critical MIG Plate Welding-1F Single-Sided Fillet Weld
TNCMIG04 Non-Critical MIG Plate Welding-2G Butt (Square Edge)
TNCMIG05 Non-Critical MIG Plate Welding-2G Single V Butt Weld
TNCMIG06 Non-Critical MIG Plate Welding-2F Single-Sided Fillet Weld
TNCMMA01 Non-Critical MMA Plate Welding-1G Butt (Square Edge)
TNCMMA02 Non-Critical MMA Plate Welding-1G Single V Butt Weld T
TNCMMA03 Non-Critical MMA Plate Welding-1F Single-Sided Fillet Weld
TNCMMA04 Non-Critical MMA Plate Welding-2G Butt (Square Edge)
TNCMMA05 Non-Critical MMA Plate Welding-2G Single V Butt Weld
TNCMMA06 Non-Critical MMA Plate Welding-2F Single-Sided Fillet Weld
TNCTIG 01 Non-Critical TIG Plate Welding-1G Butt (Square Edge)
TNCTIG 02 Non-Critical TIG Plate Welding-1G Single V Butt Weld
TNCTIG 03 Non-Critical TIG Plate Welding-1F Single-Sided Fillet Weld
TNCTIG 04 Non-Critical TIG Plate Welding-2G Butt (Square Edge)
TNCTIG 05 Non-Critical TIG Plate Welding-2G Single V Butt Weld
TNCTIG 06 Non-Critical TIG Plate Welding-2F Single-Sided Fillet Weld
TNCTFCAW 01 Non-Critical FCAW Thick Plate Welding-3G Single V Butt Weld
TIE01 Install Emergency Lighting
The candidate has to successfully install a lighting circuit to include Maintained and Non-maintained Emergency light fittings. On completion the candidate is to test and function check. All work to comply with the relevant specification