Overview

The electrical installation rules course SANS 10142 prepares the learner for the national exam paper 1 and 2, on the Electrical Installation Regulations, also known as Code of Practice for Low voltage Installations.

All legal aspects(OHS Act), applicable rules and regulations (SANS 10142-1) are covered.  All relevant codes are also covered.  Residential, Commercial and Industrial Installations are covered in the Installation Rules SANS 10142 course.

Duration:

Full Time:

2 Weeks Monday – Thursday (9h00-15h00)

Part Time: Online

Outline:

Installation Rules SANS 10142

  • The Occupational Health and Safety Act (OSHAct. Act 85 of 1993)
  • Electrical Installation Regulations (2009)
  • Electrical Machinery Regulations (2011)
  • Construction regulations,
  • Sans 10198-1/2 – Selection and handling of electrical power cables
  • Sans 10292 – Earthing of low voltage distribution systems
  • Sans 1973-3 – Low voltage switchgear and control gear

Wiring of Premises – Low voltage Installations SANS 10142-1

  • Scope of code
  • Terminology used in the code
  • Compliance of electrical equipment
  • Fundamental Requirements
  • General circuit arrangements
  • Current carrying capacity of conductors and cables
  • Installation of conductors and cables
  • Wireways
  • Distribution boards
  • Protection
  • Earthing and bonding of electrical installations.
  • Lighting circuits
  • Socket Outlet circuits
  • Fixed appliance circuits
  • Bathroom Installations
  • Swimming pool and sauna installations
  • Agricultural, caravan park and marina installations
  • Stage and Theatre Equipment
  • Safety and Emergency Lighting
  • Alternative supply (Generators, Solar, UPS, etc) installations
  • Visual Inspection and Electrical Testing
  • Other relevant SANS codes

Admission Requirements:

INSTALLATION ELECTRICIAN

 OPTION 1

 A candidate must:

Minimum Integrated Practical and Theoretical Qualification

(a) Achieved a National Certificate in Electrical Engineering: NQF level 4 issued by the ESETA.

(b) Submit documentary proof of successful completed unit standards on inspection, testing and certification of three phase industrial/commercial installations as prescribed by the ESETA.

Knowledge of Statutory Requirements

Submit proof of knowledge on the legislation and relevant health and safety standards applicable to electrical installations by having passed the subject Installation Rules as administered by the Department of Education.

 OPTION 2

A candidate must:

 Practical Qualification

Submit proof of having passed:

(a) the prescribed trade test in terms of the Manpower Training Act of 1981 in one of the following trade disciplines:

  • Electrician
  • Electrician (Engineering)
  • Electrician (Construction)
  • Millwright (Electro-mechanical)
  • Lift Mechanic; or

(b) the Electric: Chemical Electrical NQF level 4 qualification issued by the Chemical Industries Education and Training Authority (CHIETA).

(c) Submit documentary proof of successful completed unit standards on inspection, testing and certification of three phase industrial/commercial installations as prescribed by the ESETA.

Minimum Theoretical Qualification

(a) National N3 Certificate with the following compulsory subjects:

  • Mathematics
  • Engineering Science
  • Electrical Trade Theory or Electro-technology

OR

(b) Grade 12 (Standard 10) Certificate

  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Technica – electrical or an equivalent subject that may include a N3 subject

Note 1: The candidate must pass each subject with a minimum of 40%.

Note 2: These minimum theoretical subjects could be a combination of Grade 12 and N3 subjects.

Knowledge of Statutory Requirements

Submit proof of knowledge on the legislation and relevant health and safety standards applicable to electrical installations by having passed the subject Installation Rules as administered by the Department of Education.

OPTION 3

A candidate must:

Theoretical Qualification

(a) Submit a Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering:

  • T3 Diploma (Heavy Current)
  • S4 Diploma (Power Engineering)
  • B-Tech Degree
  • BSc or B Degree
  • Government Certificate of Competency (Factories or Mines)

(b) Submit documentary proof of successful completed unit standards on inspection, testing and certification of three phase industrial/commercial installations as prescribed by the ESETA.

Knowledge of Statutory Requirements

Submit proof of knowledge on the legislation and relevant health and safety standards applicable to electrical installations by having passed the subject Installation Rules as administered by the Department of Education.

Qualifications:

We put high priority in ensuring that the relevant accreditations are met and maintained. This course has been designed to provide the student with the requirements of installation rules around domestic, commercial and industry installations.

On completion the student will earn the following:

DHET statement of results for passing both papers

The pass mark for Paper 1 and Paper 2 is 50%.

Both examination papers may be written during the same trimester period. However,

candidates need not to pass both examinations during the same trimester, but the

second examination must be passed within 12 months of the first, otherwise both

examinations must be re-written. However, if a candidate obtains 75% of 100 marks

in any one of the examinations, he or she will be permanently exempted from rewriting

that examination. A minimum pass of 50% for each examination paper must

be obtained in the instructional offering Installation Rules. An appropriate statement

of results will be issued by the Department of Education.

For accreditation purposes, all candidates must also have proof of competence with

regard to the required unit standards prescribed by the Department of Labour. The

information brochure for registration is available on the Department of Labour’s

website.

Submit documentary proof of successful completed unit standards on inspection, testing and certification of three phase industrial/commercial installations as prescribed by the ESETA.

Learning Methods & Delivery:

All our training is delivered in a classroom OR online environment.

  • Course material (SANS 10142-1)
  • Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 85 of 1993 – Electrical Installation regulations, Machinery regulations, Construction regulations,
  • Sans 10198-1/2 – Selection and handling of electrical power cables
  • Sans 10292 – Earthing of low voltage distribution systems
  • Sans 1973-3 – Low voltage switchgear and control gear

Assessment:

You are assessed throughout the course according to the DHET criteria by the facilitator.