Monday 20 July 2009

Different Ways of Learning the 17th edition

Hello and welcome to a new tip on how to pass the 17th edition exam. Todays post will be focused on the different methods of learning that people use and by finding out your own preference you can increase your learning potential.

There are generally believed to be 4 different distinct learning styles. Rather than delving into the science behind it all, it may be more useful to give you some practical tips.

One way to improve any learning situation is to make lots and lots of notes. The brain loves repetitive actions and by making notes you are also writing as well as reading the information.

A second way is to read your notes out loud. Strong memories are formed when linked to sounds. I am sure that sometimes a song on the radio will remind you of a certain time of your life. A similar result can be achieved by reading your notes to yourself.

If you aren't too embarrassed by hearing your voice on a recording you can always create some revision tracks. This way you can either listen to yourself on the train or while on a walk or even burn the tracks to a cd to listen in the car!

I hope you can find something useful from this and can go on to pass your 17th edition exam.

Tuesday 14 July 2009

Planning your 17th Edition exam

Having trouble sitting down and revising?

Do you seem to lose attention during your revision session.

Well this could give you an idea on what to do about that. There is a famous saying "How do you eat an elephant? One mouthful at a time!"

This can be said for revising. Take the 17th edition and break it into smaller portions. If you can plan your reading to last about half an hour it will be easier to focus for each small session.

Try this next week and notice how much easier the information for the 17th edition sinks in.

Wednesday 24 June 2009

Video Brief on th 17th Edition


This 30 second video will show you some of the aspects covered in the 17th Edition. It was produced to promote the 17th Edition Home Study course which is fantastic if you want to pass the exam first time.

Tuesday 23 June 2009

17th Edition - Hints, Tips and Information on the 17th Edition

Originally published in January 2008, the 17th Edition of the IEE wiring regulations became a legal requirement in July 2008. The new edition contains updates to the current standard, to which all domestic and commercial wiring must meet. In addition to the new information there has had to be amendments to the regulation to allow it to conform with European documents.

This change will affect many people. From those designing new electrical products to people looking to gain professional qualifications. For those who are currently qualified electricians it is also a requirement to pass this exam in order to stay legal. Without gaining the 17th edition qualification then it is not possible for an electrician to stay in business.

As revising is not easy at the best of times, I have created this blog with the idea of helping people out. I hope you can gain a little tip or even some inspiration to pass the exam.