EWRB Electrical study plan
EWRB Electrical · Give each week a clear focus.
8 weeks · About 7 hours per week
Electrical Theory and Practice
Define and apply Ohm's law and the power equation to at least 20 numeric circuit problems without reference notes
Calculate equivalent resistance, current and voltage drops for series, parallel and series-parallel networks
Convert between units and prefixes (milli, micro, kilo, mega) accurately across worked examples
Draw and label circuit diagrams for 5 given word problems, stating assumed values
Your checkpoint
A worked problem set of 30 circuit calculations with answers and a one-page formula sheet written in your own words
Electrical Theory and Practice
Explain the behaviour of resistance, inductance and capacitance in AC circuits and sketch phasor relationships
Calculate impedance, current and phase angle for simple series RLC circuits
Compute real, reactive and apparent power and correct power factor in worked examples
Describe the operating principle of single-phase and three-phase transformers and induction motors
Solve 10 three-phase load and line-quantity problems
Your checkpoint
A scored 20-question self-test on AC theory, power factor and three-phase systems with corrections annotated
Electrical Theory and Practice & Electrical Regulations, Standards and Certification
Apply theory to select protective device ratings and cable sizes for 5 given load scenarios
Explain the purpose of earthing, bonding and MEN in terms of theory and shock risk
Interpret circuit protection concepts (overcurrent, short circuit, earth fault) using calculated values
Summarise how theory underpins the requirements you will study in the regulations domain
Your checkpoint
Five written design calculations linking load current, cable current-carrying capacity and protective device rating, with justification notes
Electrical Regulations, Standards and Certification
Map the structure and scope of the wiring rules and associated standards to common installation situations
State the inspection, testing and certification requirements for prescribed electrical work
Identify the classes of work, licensing boundaries and supervision obligations that apply to common tasks
Locate and quote relevant clauses for 15 scenario-based questions using an index rather than memory
Your checkpoint
A clause-reference table of 20 scenario questions with the standard or regulation cited for each
Electrical Regulations, Standards and Certification
Describe the sequence and acceptance criteria for mandatory tests on an installation (continuity, insulation resistance, polarity, earth fault loop, RCD)
Complete a certificate of compliance style record for a fictitious installation with all fields justified
Distinguish requirements for domestic, commercial and special-location installations
Explain documentation, notification and record-keeping obligations after completion
Your checkpoint
A completed sample certification pack (test record sheet plus compliance certificate) for a described installation, with a checklist of every required field
Practical Assessment and Safe Working
Apply the isolation and lock-out procedure to 5 described work scenarios and state verification steps
Carry out a written risk assessment for three electrical tasks, listing hazards, controls and residual risk
Select and justify PPE and test instruments for given tasks, stating their ratings and limitations
Describe safe approach distances, test-before-touch and proving of instruments
Your checkpoint
Three completed written risk assessments with isolation procedures and instrument selection justified for each
Practical Assessment and Safe Working & Electrical Regulations, Standards and Certification
Demonstrate a structured fault-finding method on 5 described circuit faults, stating each test and expected result
Sequence a full safe isolation, testing and re-energisation routine and narrate each step
Explain emergency response for electric shock and arc flash in practical terms
Link each safe working practice to the regulation or standard that requires it
Your checkpoint
A written practical assessment script for one installation task covering isolation, testing, fault finding, re-energisation and the regulation behind each step
Electrical Theory and Practice & Electrical Regulations, Standards and Certification & Practical Assessment and Safe Working
Complete two timed full-length practice papers under exam conditions and score them
Re-work every incorrect answer and write the correct reasoning for each
Revise the weakest three sub-topics identified by the practice papers
Recite key formulas and key regulation requirements from memory
Your checkpoint
Two scored practice papers with a one-page remediation list and evidence that each weak area was re-tested
Milestones
Week 2: Score at least 80% on the AC theory self-test and correctly solve 8 of 10 three-phase problems unaided
Week 4: Correctly cite the governing clause or regulation for at least 16 of 20 scenario questions
Week 6: Produce three risk assessments that a peer or mentor judges complete, with no missing isolation or verification step
Week 8: Average at least 75% across both timed practice papers with no domain below 65%