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lyledunn


The Level 4 Design Erection and Verification results were abysmal. 170 candidates sat the exam and around 106 failed. I had eight candidates, all passed bar one. You can imagine how he is feeling. He is a very capable guy in a supervisory role for a company specialising in the installation of industrial control systems. He comes from a solid electrical installation background. He has just emailed me seeking feedback as to why he might have failed. Unfortunately I cannot do that as I don’t know the questions he was asked, they are a closely guarded secret in City and Guilds. The Chief Examiners Report is of little use as it does not reveal the questions posed in the exam.  Its  a little bit like a restaurant critic assessing  a meal but not saying what was ordered! 
I am an advocate of encouraging lads to go beyond the normal level three, it’s good for them and for our industry. However, if City and Guilds are not prepared to provide example questions with exemplar answers, how in heavens name can tutors provide well-founded feedback to encourage lads to have another go!

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  • I would hope that you got detailed feedback on why your attempt at Incorporated Engineer registration was not successful. I contend that  it is all the more worthwhile if achievement aspirations are difficult but where the candidate fails to meet the mark, he really needs to have a clear understanding of just where he has gone wrong and what he needs to address to put things right! Sadly, I think City and Guilds have failed in that regard.

    please don’t think this patronising AMK, but if you want Incorporated Engineer status, don’t let anything stand in your way, including one, two or multiple knockbacks! 

  • in reply to lyledunn

    I have taken the initiative to reapply after reflecting on the recent outcome. Admittedly, the journey has been challenging, with 10 months of diligent application efforts and a 10-week anticipation period following the PRI, only to receive a notification of an unsuccessful attempt. The feedback indicated a need for additional evidence in competencies E1, E3, and E5. While the decision is disheartening, I recognize it as an opportunity for growth and improvement.

    Your encouragement is well-received and far from patronizing. I am resolute in my pursuit of Incorporated Engineer status and will not be deterred by setbacks, be they singular or numerous. Your support reinforces my commitment to this goal.

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  • in reply to lyledunn

    I have taken the initiative to reapply after reflecting on the recent outcome. Admittedly, the journey has been challenging, with 10 months of diligent application efforts and a 10-week anticipation period following the PRI, only to receive a notification of an unsuccessful attempt. The feedback indicated a need for additional evidence in competencies E1, E3, and E5. While the decision is disheartening, I recognize it as an opportunity for growth and improvement.

    Your encouragement is well-received and far from patronizing. I am resolute in my pursuit of Incorporated Engineer status and will not be deterred by setbacks, be they singular or numerous. Your support reinforces my commitment to this goal.

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