Mod 2 – Principles Tester

Signet Solutions; Derby; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is offering a comprehensive course designed for signal works testers to enhance their skills in Principles Testing. This intensive 10-day program combines theory and practical assessments, ensuring participants gain a deep understanding of modern validation techniques and the requirements of Network Rail testing standards. Ideal for senior testing personnel with a solid background in signalling, this course promises to equip delegates with the necessary tools to excel in their roles. Join this exciting opportunity to advance your career and become a certified Principles Tester, making a significant impact in the rail industry.

Qualifications

• Competent functional tester with 3 years of practical experience required.
• Good understanding of signalling plans and principles is essential.

Responsibilities

• Identify the role and responsibilities of the Principles Tester.
• Apply testing techniques to determine interlocking function.

Skills

Principles Testing

Application Logic Testing

Signalling Principles

Solid State Interlocking Design

Education

Intermediate Signalling Technology (Principles) Course

Equivalent Qualification

Tools

Signalling Plans

Signal Control Tables

Job description

Location: Derby or any location subject to equipment requirements.

This course is intended to enable signal works testers to progress to the principles testing of signalling interlockings.

Key Features

• Underpinning knowledge matched to the IRSE Principles Tester licence 1.3.180
• Reflects the requirements of modern validation techniques
• Intensive practical experience in application logic testing on a variety of interlocking
• Relating directly to the Network Rail testing standards
• May be tailored to match the requirements of other rail administration requirements

Course Outcomes

On successful completion of this course, the delegate will be able to:

• Identify the role and extent of Principles Testing
• Identify the role and responsibilities of the Principles Tester
• Practically apply testing techniques to determine interlocking function.

Assessment and Certification

Achievement of the Course Outcomes will be assessed by a practical and theory assessment.

The delegate’s achievement will be confirmed by a certificate which will be forwarded to the nominated client contact following the course.

Minimum Requirements

A well-prepared delegate is expected to already be a competent functional tester with approximately three years’ practical experience. The delegate should be senior testing personnel who has passed the Intermediate Signalling Technology (Principles) course or equivalent. The delegate should also have a good understanding of signalling plans, signalling principles, and signal control tables. Delegates expecting to test Solid State Interlocking systems should have a qualification in Solid State Interlocking Design (Data Prep).

Practical Information

Duration: 10 Days – including assessments

Location: at our Derby training centre, or on your premises (access to equipment is a requirement of this course).