Rail Engineering Courses

We are a Bronze Assured Provider of signalling training under the National Skills Academy Rail’s (NSAR) Rail Training Assurance Scheme (RTAS).

We are unique among signalling training providers in that we have developed mobile training classrooms that can deliver training across the UK.

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Course List

Introductory Courses

Basic Diagram Reading

Upon successful completion of this course, delegates will be able to interpret diagrams and symbols used in the railway environment and understand their relationship to signalling equipment. This course is designed to increase the knowledge and understanding of the learners with regards to reading and understanding signalling circuitry.

Basic Electrical Theory

This course gives the candidate the basis of how electricity works, covering various common components and how they work. This is essential knowledge for any signal engineer to have.

Introduction to Signalling

This course is an introduction to the signalling system that we have and how it has been developed over the years. This course can be tailored to client’s specific requirements and is an ideal course for admin staff or others working closely in the signalling industry.

Non Technical Skills

Acquire the skills and training needed to improve your non-technical skills through this course. Non-technical skills include communication, relationships, planning, conscientiousness and more.

Safety Procedures for Working on Electrical Equipment (SPWEE)

A course designed for personnel who need a thorough understanding of electrical risks, hazards, and safety measures. Participants will learn how to perform safe electrical isolations for equipment, whether their work involves electrical maintenance or dealing with ancillary equipment powered by a supply source or cabinet.

Installation Courses

Basic Signalling 1 (BS1)

This course has been designed for individuals who are new to signalling and want to gain the fundamental skills needed in the signalling sector. We have tailored the course for those who are just starting out in the field, and we can implement customisations as needed for candidates or companies.

Basic Signalling 2 (BS2)

This course is designed for individuals new to signalling and follows on from principles established in Basic Signalling 1 (BS1). The course will prepare delegates to understand basic fault finding techniques and how to work on operational points equipment.

Installation Techniques

This course covers the techniques and processes required when completing installation work. This course is designed to train persons required to assemble signalling systems, sub system component parts and install and terminate wires and cables.

Integrity Checks

This course will give delegates the skills needed to carry out inspections of locations and equipment rooms, wire counts, cable testing and finding cable faults.

Modular Installer Course

This four week course has been designed to allow you to meet the underpinning knowledge of the IRSE Installer Technician licence, incorporating elements from BS1, Electrical Installation, SPWEE and Basic circuit reading.

Maintenance Courses

Basic Fault Finding

This course is designed to build foundational skills in fault diagnosis and troubleshooting for signalling systems, as well as following procedures for responding to signalling failures.

G110 Author/Checker

This course is designed to train delegates who are responsible for undertaking the role of G110 Test Schedule Author or Checker as defined in Network Rail standards.

G110 Tester/Lead Tester

This course is designed for signal engineers who are already competent as SMTH testers, including those with SFI Level 1, or have equivalent experience in Signal Works Testing or Works delivery. The course will prepare them to take on the role of G110 Tester or Lead Tester as defined by Network Rail standards.

SFI Level 1

This course is for delegates who are responsible for fault finding, repairing and testing of Signal Engineering equipment as part of their duties on Network Rail Infrastructure. The course gives delegates the knowledge of procedures to take place when signalling failure occurs as well as techniques to verify symptoms as well as escalation procedures.

SMTH Initial

This course is designed to train persons who are responsible for undertaking this course as part of their duties as a Signal Maintenance Tester on Network Rail Infrastructure. It is designed to develop a person’s knowledge, understanding and skills of carrying out Signal Maintenance Testing in accordance with the Signal Maintenance Testing Handbook (SMTH) and other applicable Network Rail Standards.

SMTH Recertification

We are able to provide recertification of your SMTH competency, including Core, Aspect, Cable, Points, Cable diversion and Signal Failure Investigation.

Testing Courses

Mod 3BL

This course is designed for signal engineers who are currently Works Verification Testers and wish to progress to the role of Functional Tester for location circuitry.

Mod 3C

This course gives the candidate the knowledge to go out and get mentored on testing operational location cases – verifying to design that installation has been completed.

Mod 5

This course is designed for individuals preparing to take on the role of Test Assistant. It equips them with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed for the position, ensuring they are familiar with the equipment used and understand the responsibilities expected of them.