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Joe Turton

Hello All,

I am currently a fully qualified testing and inspecting electrician running my own business however would really like to move into the design side of the industry but have limited experience doing this. 
Most companies are looking for people with existing experience. 
Does anyone know a suitable place/company/area to start?

Thanks,

Joe

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    Hi Tom, I've come from a background not dissimilar to yourself. I'm a time served electrician and entered the Electrical Design field circa 2009 originally employed by Babcock. Much of your practical knowledge will be valuable in your design role as you'll be conscious of selection of circuit protection, adequacy of cable selection, selection of cable management etc.

    GTB has already responded, but to reiterate, C&G2396 is a comprehensive design course. Under the course you'll be assigned with a project which will require you to complete the electrical design (small power layouts, calculations etc.). Example coursework(s) are available to access on the C&G Website.

    If you haven't already, familiarise yourself with software such as Trimble (Amtech), AutoCAD and Relux / Dialux. The latter software is free to download. 

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    Hi Tom, I've come from a background not dissimilar to yourself. I'm a time served electrician and entered the Electrical Design field circa 2009 originally employed by Babcock. Much of your practical knowledge will be valuable in your design role as you'll be conscious of selection of circuit protection, adequacy of cable selection, selection of cable management etc.

    GTB has already responded, but to reiterate, C&G2396 is a comprehensive design course. Under the course you'll be assigned with a project which will require you to complete the electrical design (small power layouts, calculations etc.). Example coursework(s) are available to access on the C&G Website.

    If you haven't already, familiarise yourself with software such as Trimble (Amtech), AutoCAD and Relux / Dialux. The latter software is free to download. 

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