Top Books for Apprentice Electricians to Help you Become a Qualified Electrician

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  • @munafmufc01
    @munafmufc01 4 роки тому +19

    Your videos are informative and inspiring. Keep them coming. Thank you.

  • @stevensmith4449
    @stevensmith4449 4 роки тому +14

    Firstly the regs book read it all and study how it is set out. Especially read the stuff that makes no sense to you, this will take several efforts so don't give up . In conjunction with the regs book are the GN books, about a dozen in total, expensive but will help explain the big regs book.
    Use the internet and utube to offer a different type of learning and confirm your findings from your book work.
    Consult your colleagues/mentor(s) and confirm their teaching/advice.
    Study in groups and come to a consensus, chances are that between the group you will find the right answers.
    If you come across a subject that you find more difficult, don't give up, keep chipping away at it and it will click.
    remember no one knows everything, never bullshit, just say what's that? Teach me! No matter how old you are!
    you will ultimately be responsible for other people's safety, never attempt anything that you are not 100% confident of completing to the highest standard. Keep learning, training and studying.

    • @ef7480
      @ef7480 4 роки тому

      Guidance Note...." ?

    • @stevensmith4449
      @stevensmith4449 4 роки тому

      EF they are additional books that greatly expand on the big regs book.
      Their are about a dozen (GN) guidance note books, no1 selection and erection, no3 teat and inspection, others for earthing and bonding and special locations for example

  • @carrot5648
    @carrot5648 4 роки тому +15

    I'm an adult learner approx 9 months into my course. I will be buying some of these to help me along! Thanks for the info! :)

    • @tier4505
      @tier4505 4 роки тому +1

      How are you managing in the lockdown?

    • @Trancerrr
      @Trancerrr Рік тому

      I'd love to hear about how you're getting on today

    • @carrot5648
      @carrot5648 Рік тому +1

      @@Trancerrr Thanks for the interest! After lockdown I found a firm to employ me as an electrical labourer. Now thanks to the experience I've gained the past couple of years I am almost ready to go in for my AM2. Having completed my lv2 & 3 c&g course and passed the 18th edition last year I have been building my portfolio wherever I can.

    • @Trancerrr
      @Trancerrr Рік тому

      @@carrot5648 wow, sounds like you've been busy. Did you drop the course during lockdown? Sounds like you lucked out there mate. Best of luck to you in future.
      I currently work an IT job but so badly want to become an electrician. I've just purchased some of the books recommended in the video. Hopefully that'll get me started before I start my level 1 course.

    • @carrot5648
      @carrot5648 Рік тому

      @@Trancerrr Well the college centres were closed, but they set up an online based system that allowed us to study at home ready for the exams when centres re-opened.
      Recommend checking out the guys who I went with - New Trades Career. You can pay for the course monthly, but there is no interest to pay as it's essentially a student loan.

  • @jmohammad3762
    @jmohammad3762 4 роки тому +7

    Thanks Gaz another top display showing essential electrical books that are required. I will certainly be purchasing 3 books out of the collection which I haven't got. They are a must now especially if recommended by GSH. Keep posting the great video's and sharing your undisputed knowledge. 👍👍👍

    • @GSHElectrical
      @GSHElectrical  4 роки тому

      Thanks Jay for the positive support. Gaz 👍

  • @ahmedelectricianofiraq5550
    @ahmedelectricianofiraq5550 4 роки тому +5

    Another great video gaz .. i read some of these books such as iet books and wire Regulations BS 7671

  • @doctorelectric470
    @doctorelectric470 4 роки тому +2

    Great video Gaz, I would also recommend Guidance Note 3(Inspection & Testing) when you're coming up toward your level 3 .
    Also towards the middle and end of your apprenticeship buying The Electricians Guide to the Building Regulations, great for when you're out on your own in the big wide world.
    A good way of getting these is at one of the many trade shows around the UK, pop down, take a look, trust me you will find all the books you need and you will learn a lot about what's out there and what's coming up for the future.
    Keep up the good work mate, catch up soon.

  • @phoenixlogic6927
    @phoenixlogic6927 4 роки тому +4

    Very informative! I'm hoping to become an adult apprentice soon, so have already started reading these books (currently on Electrical Installation Book 1). Great video.

    • @Trancerrr
      @Trancerrr Рік тому

      I'd love to hear about how you're getting on today

  • @no_short_circuit
    @no_short_circuit 4 роки тому +9

    Thanks for the video. I have studied electrical principals and installation techniques in my own time as a hobby and have a lot of the books you highlight. What I'd really like to do is test how much I actually know but the local college just ignored my request - presumably because I'm retired and 70+ . Is there a way to do that?

    • @GSHElectrical
      @GSHElectrical  4 роки тому +3

      GrumpyGrampa have you attempted the 1200 + questions on the eFIXX apprentice hub?

    • @no_short_circuit
      @no_short_circuit 4 роки тому +4

      @@GSHElectrical Thanks. I have registered there just recently and had a look at a couple of modules. I'll go back and see how I get on.

  • @matthewdenham9143
    @matthewdenham9143 4 роки тому +5

    As always great video. Ive been working my way through the first two books nicely. Now just struggling to find an apprenticeship!🤦😂

  • @watsond83
    @watsond83 3 роки тому +2

    Thanks Gaz, couple of books I don’t have yet💪🏼

  • @victordoniz8950
    @victordoniz8950 3 роки тому +1

    Thank so much for your recommendation, I am a Spanish electrician and I'm validating my degree in the UK, your videos are very useful.

    • @GSHElectrical
      @GSHElectrical  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks for the support and all the best. Gaz 👍

  • @farhadfereidounpour5782
    @farhadfereidounpour5782 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you for being so helpful!

  • @Stelyyabs24
    @Stelyyabs24 4 роки тому +5

    Christopher Kitcher
    Practical Guide to Inspection, Testing and Certification of Electrical Installations, 5th ed

  • @davewithers4177
    @davewithers4177 4 роки тому +1

    Hi Gaz great work as always - The pocket guides for quick reference could come in handy.

    • @GSHElectrical
      @GSHElectrical  4 роки тому

      They sure are. Thanks for the message 👍

  • @wallbouncer9655
    @wallbouncer9655 4 роки тому +3

    I love this channel. Thanks Gaz 👍🏻

  • @brahimabdelsadek5815
    @brahimabdelsadek5815 4 роки тому +4

    Thank you teacher.big respect from algeria.i keep learning from you

    • @GSHElectrical
      @GSHElectrical  4 роки тому +1

      Brahim keep working hard it has its rewards 👍

  • @Z3TAXK1LLER
    @Z3TAXK1LLER 3 роки тому +1

    hey, I'm fresh into the trade, I'm 22 and coming into the trade quite late, thanks for the video it really helped me go in the right direction.

    • @GSHElectrical
      @GSHElectrical  3 роки тому

      All the best and 22 is not late. Thanks for the kind words. Gaz 👍🏻

  • @emmawimbush5
    @emmawimbush5 3 роки тому

    Great video. Would these books be applicable to someone studying in the U.S.? Is the electrical coding and installation different?

  • @LindaTheLearner
    @LindaTheLearner 4 роки тому +1

    This video has definitely been some help 👍

  • @Cardetailingburnley
    @Cardetailingburnley 4 роки тому +2

    Just ordered the on site guide (BS 7671:7671:2018)(electrical regulations)

  • @gilbertoaraujo3211
    @gilbertoaraujo3211 4 роки тому +2

    The best, i am brasilian, look videos..very good

  • @dextermorgan6665
    @dextermorgan6665 3 роки тому +1

    Are these electrical books usable for apprentices in Ireland?

  • @nicholasmifsud8816
    @nicholasmifsud8816 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you I like your videos.

  • @blahh397
    @blahh397 3 роки тому +1

    Great video with very useful information.

  • @nssdesigns
    @nssdesigns 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks! Ordered them all...

    • @GSHElectrical
      @GSHElectrical  3 роки тому +1

      Great news 👍

    • @nssdesigns
      @nssdesigns 3 роки тому

      @@GSHElectrical would know to any online schools?

  • @andrewlarigo1423
    @andrewlarigo1423 4 роки тому

    Cheers for the book list! Did my 2330 L3 back in 2010. Was just after some books again to refresh the theory. Any recommendations for a book on its own for basic formulae?

  • @mattyh4554
    @mattyh4554 4 роки тому +1

    Currently working on 2365 and have being using a book by Stephen L Herman Practical Problems in Mathematics for Electricians, it is American publication but covers every piece of mathematics and explains it all perfectly.

  • @acdcjustthebest....8980
    @acdcjustthebest....8980 3 роки тому

    Hi, Do you have a recommendation for the electrical testing certificate books that are available on EBay ? Kewtech / Leaderman or any others ? Thanks in advance.

  • @derekungerofficial
    @derekungerofficial Рік тому +1

    Is the information in this video applicable to American apprentices?

  • @sharpy167
    @sharpy167 4 роки тому +1

    I used the union’s version of the on site guid. Loads cheaper. But that was many years ago.

  • @timh5529
    @timh5529 4 роки тому +1

    Interesting video Gaz. Do you know any good resources for learning the maths you'll need as a spark? I know of Khan academy, but I'm wondering if there is anything specific for electricians.

    • @FreeWhilly734
      @FreeWhilly734 4 роки тому

      I'm having same trouble been watching bits and bobs on algebra rearranging formula and the like but it's pretty confusing as it's in a different context to what we do in college.

  • @adeaboaba1998
    @adeaboaba1998 4 роки тому +1

    Hi, you mentioned the guidance note 3 inspection and testing books. Would you recommend one should buy the other guidance notes 1,2 and 4 - 8?

    • @GSHElectrical
      @GSHElectrical  4 роки тому

      Ade Aboaba if your in the early stages just GN3 👍. All the best. Gaz

    • @adeaboaba1998
      @adeaboaba1998 4 роки тому

      @@GSHElectrical I'm not in the early stage I'm practicing, done inspection & testing course, finished my Level 3 since 2013. I found GN3 very useful but I wouldn't like to waste money buying the rest if they are not going to be of any benefit.
      Regards,
      Ade.

  • @e11412
    @e11412 Рік тому

    So what's the difference between eal and city and guilds?

  • @yjohansaint-john1285
    @yjohansaint-john1285 4 роки тому

    Thank you very much for your help.

  • @Jay-fp8iy
    @Jay-fp8iy 4 роки тому

    Can you recommend books that aren't country/time specific?

  • @geradreid1826
    @geradreid1826 Рік тому

    What about the book called electrical course for apprentice n journeymen all new 4th edition

  • @cjhification
    @cjhification 3 роки тому

    How long is it before an apprentice could do domestic installer role, as in after 1st year or after final year, somewhere in between?

  • @tommyfleming3429
    @tommyfleming3429 3 роки тому

    Is there a specific order in reading these?

  • @Browny4184
    @Browny4184 2 роки тому

    Electrical Installations Book - 9th Edition by Brian Scaddan is great for Level 2 and level 2

  • @carperlacy
    @carperlacy 4 роки тому

    Hi, I'm about to do the 2391 course,
    Are there any books in particular you would recommend for this?

    • @GSHElectrical
      @GSHElectrical  4 роки тому

      www.wiringregulations.net/pub/city--guilds--exam-preparation-electrical-installation-2391-9781785615696.aspx?gclid=CjwKCAjwn9v7BRBqEiwAbq1Ey1sO0xF8qV81uu-wZ5UummIm-yxLCDQI6v0p1_5mGgyNwIa5o5HtPxoCMbIQAvD_BwE
      Maybe helpful 🦾

  • @truballr32
    @truballr32 4 роки тому

    Are these good for the United States 🇺🇸 too??

  • @paulmorrey733
    @paulmorrey733 4 роки тому +2

    Thanks

  • @T3333-k9f
    @T3333-k9f 2 роки тому

    Does it matter which book i get to study. EAL or City Of Guilds?

  • @bozhidarpetrov
    @bozhidarpetrov 2 роки тому

    I found site with sooo much textbooks but all with almost same titles. My question is froooom beginner to professional competent full time working electrician step by step textbooks, books.

  • @alfieg4106
    @alfieg4106 3 роки тому

    Do you know what books i could use for a electrical maintainer apprentiship under utilities engineering technician

  • @Gymreview84
    @Gymreview84 4 роки тому +1

    I've been in the trade since i was 16 year old . imo theres better trades that earn more than us like aircon and commerical gas
    I would say to aim higher than a trade job . I've honestly never impressed a single person tellling them I'm an electrician lol

    • @Aliefizz
      @Aliefizz 4 роки тому

      Bollocks without the understsnding we have as sparks these aircon guys wouldnt have a clue. Plus who cares what people think I love this job and I know many who still do who have been doing it for yonks! Plus charge your rates you feel you deserve trust me if you are worth it you will get it. Good luck

    • @johnxenofontos628
      @johnxenofontos628 4 роки тому

      Respect

  • @simbamuseka4028
    @simbamuseka4028 Рік тому

    Gaz@ i am doing Level 3 Diploma our tutor told us to only the bsi text book is that correct or should I get the book 2 that say level 3??

    • @GSHElectrical
      @GSHElectrical  Рік тому

      I would also buy the new version of book 2 if possible 👍🏻

  • @majnoon.studio
    @majnoon.studio 4 роки тому +1

    Please open the forum help with translation so that we can translate videos for you

  • @peterfitzpatrick7032
    @peterfitzpatrick7032 4 роки тому +1

    I said it before ...
    Yer doin Gods work..
    😎👍☘🍺

  • @ehsandehghani2405
    @ehsandehghani2405 4 роки тому

    Thank you so much.

  • @mikeybsack
    @mikeybsack 4 роки тому +1

    Is their any books for tray trunking etc

    • @GSHElectrical
      @GSHElectrical  4 роки тому

      michael birrane the first one I showed you looks at them 👍

    • @mikeybsack
      @mikeybsack 4 роки тому

      @@GSHElectrical thanks is their anything that shows sets and bends

  • @cookiestarbag5463
    @cookiestarbag5463 4 роки тому +1

    Is this based in the U.K.

  • @eldernuru22
    @eldernuru22 3 роки тому

    How can someone in Nigeria get any of the books?. Thank you.

  • @jasonanderson6425
    @jasonanderson6425 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks gaz im gonna buy a dewalt multi tool no point buying the book im not gonna read it 😀👍🏿

  • @muhammadashfaq4419
    @muhammadashfaq4419 3 місяці тому

    Housepital Reception Electrical circuit diagram

  • @majnoon.studio
    @majnoon.studio 4 роки тому +3

    ارجوك افتح مساعدات المنتدى في الترجمة حتى نترجم مقاطع الفيديو

  • @ashvanbro9329
    @ashvanbro9329 11 місяців тому

    Hiya Gaz I messaged you on Facebook mate