News that solar power could play an important role in electricity supply in the future could lead to demand for electrical courses increasing to ensure that professionals understand the equipment. A report released by the International Energy Agency (IEA) suggested that solar power could provide nearly one-quarter of the world’s electricity by 2050, which is […]
Demand for electrical courses may see a spike after it was announced that the final assessment apprentices must take before they can become professionals has changed. The reason for the alteration to the Achievement Measurement 2 (AM2) exam – which has been in operation since 1985 – is reported to be due to increasingly demanding […]
Electrical courses could see increased enrolment from would-be electricians if plans are approved for a Drumahoe development, with work expected to start in late 2011. A £50 million proposal is being considered which could bring 300 jobs to the north-west of Northern Ireland and see demand for electrical courses surge, reports the BBC. The development […]
A new complex that is set to be built on the Wirral waterfront area may mean engineers that have taken electrical courses are in demand for some areas of the construction. Developers of the New Brighton project Neptune Wirral has just confirmed that it has signed a funding agreement with HSBC Corporate Banking North West, […]
The benefits of electrical courses for the next generation of engineers came to the fore as Volvo’s new Pedestrian Detection System failed during a demonstration at this year’s Car Tech. Demonstrating their latest development for Volvo vehicles, the Swedish manufacturer showcased an electrical system that means their cars will automatically brake should the driver not […]
There may soon be more demand for electrical courses if the popularity of electric cars reaches the level expected by one international leader. German chancellor Angela Merkel spoke recently at the first Electro-Mobility Summit in Berlin and explained to the audience that the government is set to work alongside manufacturers to try to get one […]
Carrying out DIY work without electrical and plumbing qualifications could be a costly mistake. Research carried out by insurance provider LV= revealed that work done to a poor standard can reduce the value of a property by up to five per cent. Furthermore, the poll revealed that around 900,000 people have attempted major work, such […]
Engineers who have completed electrical courses could be in demand in Northern Ireland after a project estimated to cost about £250 million was approved in the Blaris area of County Antrim in Northern Ireland. The huge business and housing complex is being developed by Snoddons and Killultagh and Stormont environment minister Edwin Poots has suggested […]
Professionals who have completed electrical courses may be surprised to hear that a pub in the UK left an exposed wire free to come into contact with a customer’s three-year-old son, who had to be treated at Blackpool Victoria Hospital for an electrical burn. Owners of the Kingfisher Tavern in Kirkham Mitchells and Butlers Retail […]
Taking an electrical course has certainly paid off for one teenager. Scott Wigmore, who is currently employed by Paul Cook of PRP Electrical in Bridgwater, has scooped a young apprentice of the year award. According to the Bridgewater Mercury, the 19-year-old has been handed vouchers to the value of £1,000, as well as tools and […]
Homeowners planning to carry out work on their property have been urged to use tradesmen with approved electrical qualifications. Speaking to the Daily Mirror, Cowboy Builders host Dominic Littlewood said employing the wrong people can have devastating consequences. "Often people featured in the show spent their life savings, or took out a large loan, to […]
There may be more demand for electrical courses in the future if landlords take on more professional attitudes to their work, which one industry source suggests is necessary. Chairman of the Residential Landlords Association Alan Ward explained in his Avoid the Voids webinar that there is no longer a place for the amateur landlord. He […]
