Design 2396 Project - 2016

[Jake1992]

Hi people,

How did everyone find the test the other day ?
Any one started the project?

 

[GEOFF S]

Hi

Have a look at legrand, trunking, lighting trunking and accessories range, they cover tray basket, everything you need.

www.legrand.co.uk/products/cable-management/



Cheers

 

[Jake1992]

Finished the project - handed it in earlier today, just got to wait and see for the corrections

 

[Ryan Wadey]

Hi, I did the same course as you but haven't had any time to start the project. Anyone want some cash for a project?

 

[Joshua]

Has anyone still got a copy of their project?
I've not done the 2396, and to be honest I'm nowhere near ready to do it.

But I'm bored pooless and wouldn't mind having a nose on a completed project.

 

[timbobelfast]

Has anyone still got a copy of their project?
I've not done the 2396, and to be honest I'm nowhere near ready to do it.

But I'm bored pooless and wouldn't mind having a nose on a completed project.

I have some of the 2396 past papers if that floats your lockdown boat?

PM me your email and I will send them over.

 

[NigelBee]

I have some of the 2396 past papers if that floats your lockdown boat?

PM me your email and I will send them over.

Hi hope youre keeping safe and well. Any past papers for 2396 would be super useful especially when theres little else to do right now. Please PM me, thanks in anticipation.

 

[Mark Wright]

Thankyou looked over that - very interesting read. What do you guys think about using uni-strut (With uni-strut PVC lid) as containment for FP200? And would I class the ref method as trunking?

I made a mistake at first the cable and cable containment used and grouping numbers are all in the worksheets.

 

[colmmck]

Hi hope youre keeping safe and well. Any past papers for 2396 would be super useful especially when theres little else to do right now. Please PM me, thanks in anticipation.

HI was wondering could you send me past papers if you have them please

 

[Speeka]

Hello All
Currently attempting the 2023 2396 design course & the project is a small library also. Does C&G reuse their projects? From what i have been reading in this thread it seems like the same exact project, with the same type of roofing mentioned along with the single DB in the intake room. There is no requirement for lumen calculation, along with heating & ventialtion & fire alarm which is being done by other designers for the project.
Im currently getting ready for the test which is in December & seem to be scoring ok on the previous test papers ive managed to get from the training centre, but there is little to no extra help, now the course is over & absolutely zero help from the centre with the project. Not the best training centre to be honest & although my lecturer was decent enough bloke, there's been next to no help after the fact & this is causing me some concern.
If anyone has any tips or examples of previous projects, this would be really appreciated.
Cheers.

S.

 

[timbobelfast]

Hello All
Currently attempting the 2023 2396 design course & the project is a small library also. Does C&G reuse their projects? From what i have been reading in this thread it seems like the same exact project, with the same type of roofing mentioned along with the single DB in the intake room. There is no requirement for lumen calculation, along with heating & ventialtion & fire alarm which is being done by other designers for the project.
Im currently getting ready for the test which is in December & seem to be scoring ok on the previous test papers ive managed to get from the training centre, but there is little to no extra help, now the course is over & absolutely zero help from the centre with the project. Not the best training centre to be honest & although my lecturer was decent enough bloke, there's been next to no help after the fact & this is causing me some concern.
If anyone has any tips or examples of previous projects, this would be really appreciated.
Cheers.

S.

Hi Speeka,

Yes brings back of few memories. Not much support for the 2396 compared with the info available for say the 2391, or whatever it is called these days....

One book that I found useful is

IET Wiring Regulations: Design and Verification of Electrical Installations: Amazon.co.uk: Scaddan, Brian: 9781138606005: Books

Buy IET Wiring Regulations: Design and Verification of Electrical Installations 9 by Scaddan, Brian (ISBN: 9781138606005) from Amazon's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.

www.amazon.co.uk

Seems to be updated for the 18th edition now

 

[oli1991]

Hello All
Currently attempting the 2023 2396 design course & the project is a small library also. Does C&G reuse their projects? From what i have been reading in this thread it seems like the same exact project, with the same type of roofing mentioned along with the single DB in the intake room. There is no requirement for lumen calculation, along with heating & ventialtion & fire alarm which is being done by other designers for the project.
Im currently getting ready for the test which is in December & seem to be scoring ok on the previous test papers ive managed to get from the training centre, but there is little to no extra help, now the course is over & absolutely zero help from the centre with the project. Not the best training centre to be honest & although my lecturer was decent enough bloke, there's been next to no help after the fact & this is causing me some concern.
If anyone has any tips or examples of previous projects, this would be really appreciated.
Cheers.

S.

Hi Speeka,

I'm currently working through this same project. How are you getting on with it? I'm on the calculations section at the moment.
I managed to pass my exam back in March and only just finding the time to work through the project.

Cheers,

 

[Speeka]

Hi Speeka,

I'm currently working through this same project. How are you getting on with it? I'm on the calculations section at the moment.
I managed to pass my exam back in March and only just finding the time to work through the project.

Cheers,

Hello Mate,
I couldn't do the march test, had a bereavement the very same day. I haven't even started to be honest, I'm still studying for the written in December this year. But i have had a few glances, I'm considering having a separate DB located by the pillar near the lift which is more or less centrally located to the structure. Diversity & Max Demand are also a concern in the project. Upstairs lighting should be achievable with uni-strut etc. Sockets are located in pretty decent locations for radials, I'm thinking day light level sensors to control the light output, as the contents of the library itself will cause obstruction's for the natural light from the windows & PIR's for the areas like staff canteen & bathroom. Let us know your thoughts & stay in touch.

Cheers.
Speeka.

 

[Speeka]

Hi Speeka,

Yes brings back of few memories. Not much support for the 2396 compared with the info available for say the 2391, or whatever it is called these days....

One book that I found useful is

IET Wiring Regulations: Design and Verification of Electrical Installations: Amazon.co.uk: Scaddan, Brian: 9781138606005: Books

Buy IET Wiring Regulations: Design and Verification of Electrical Installations 9 by Scaddan, Brian (ISBN: 9781138606005) from Amazon's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.

www.amazon.co.uk

Seems to be updated for the 18th edition now

Yeah i got that book already & it is very good, a much more detailed explanation of Max Demand & diversity with a couple of examples too. I managed to get hold of a project (not the Library) from a colleague at work who did this back in the 90's.
Its a restaurant & the tasks are completely different than mine such as lighting level & Air supply factored in, but its a decent baseline to see what C&G require for a pass & how it must be presented. Would love to get my hands on a previous project of the library tho.

Ta
S

 

[oli1991]

Hello Mate,
I couldn't do the march test, had a bereavement the very same day. I haven't even started to be honest, I'm still studying for the written in December this year. But i have had a few glances, I'm considering having a separate DB located by the pillar near the lift which is more or less centrally located to the structure. Diversity & Max Demand are also a concern in the project. Upstairs lighting should be achievable with uni-strut etc. Sockets are located in pretty decent locations for radials, I'm thinking day light level sensors to control the light output, as the contents of the library itself will cause obstruction's for the natural light from the windows & PIR's for the areas like staff canteen & bathroom. Let us know your thoughts & stay in touch.

Cheers.
Speeka.

Hi mate,
Plenty of practice for the written and you should be good to go!
I'm working through the diversity section now and topping up info on other areas. I've used steel trunking / conduit for the lot to keep it simple. I've kept DBs in the Service Intake area and volt drop is close for some of the far radials on the downstairs so good idea putting one by the lift. Day light level sensors and occupancy sensors for the lighting for me too. I've kept switches in the stores and staff area, was told to try and include as many different types of switching as possible for the design. I'm hoping to be complete before December, just a bit of back tracking if I don't keep up the momentum on the project if you know what I mean!

Cheers.

 

[Speeka]

Hi mate,
Plenty of practice for the written and you should be good to go!
I'm working through the diversity section now and topping up info on other areas. I've used steel trunking / conduit for the lot to keep it simple. I've kept DBs in the Service Intake area and volt drop is close for some of the far radials on the downstairs so good idea putting one by the lift. Day light level sensors and occupancy sensors for the lighting for me too. I've kept switches in the stores and staff area, was told to try and include as many different types of switching as possible for the design. I'm hoping to be complete before December, just a bit of back tracking if I don't keep up the momentum on the project if you know what I mean!

Cheers.

Helo Oli
i would also consider some occupancy sensors for the stores & staff area, as energy conservation is emphasised in requirements.
I couldn't take the test in December so I'm scheduled to take it in march 24. My course provider "Optima" has been really cool about rebooking to help me out as it was a last minute problem that came up. I would say that I'm about 80% ready for the test & i have just been reading as many relevant books as possible, as much as possible. I'm confident ill pass the test.
Have you handed your project in yet? Do you 1st have it inspected by the course provider before its handed in?


cheers
S.