Delegates who have some experience of signalling but no qualification as evidence and those who wish to refresh their skills.

On successful completion of the training course the delegates will be able to:

• Explain the different types of signals used on the railway
• Demonstrate an understanding in methods of train detection
• Identify symbols and nomenclature of signalling diagrams including loc diagrams, track plans and scheme plans
• Explain different types of interlockings and identify different relay characteristics
• Demonstrate an understanding in different power supplies and know their uses
• Identify different cables and wires in a variety of signalling equipment and associate them with relevant diagrams
• Understand signalling diagrams associated with point controls and indicators
• Explain and demonstrate an understanding of basic fault finding techniques
• Understanding some maintenance techniques and know where to look for information

Please see individual course summaries for Basic Signalling One and Basic Signalling Two for full details of course content for each course.

50% classroom-based, 50% practical based
Theory and practical assessments

Ideally the candidates will have attended a Basic Diagram Reading course or equivalent and have some rail experience.