There’s an APP for that

THERE’S AN FOR THAT! APP

Can you fix the electrics and get the gig back on track? National Electrotechnical Training (NET) has launched a new game to help apprentices test their skills and knowledge.

> ENTERTAINING BUT EDUCATIONAL

‘Amped Up’ gives you an entertaining but educational look at electrical tasks, allowing you to get hands on and practise some key areas you’ll need to master during your apprenticeship.

During the game you’ll work through activities such as safe isolation, protective devices knowledge, Ohm’s law and R1 + R2 testing.

How well will you get on? Prompts and on-screen guidance will help you through each stage. But be warned – you won’t be given all the answers and time penalties are applicable!

Can you make it onto the leader board? You can see how you score and compare with your friends. To introduce a little friendly competition, you’ll get a higher score for completing each task without skipping a stage or pressing the help icons.

Amped Up is available to download from Apple and Google Play. Visit www.netservices.org.uk/amped-up for a direct link to the app stores. NET is responsible for the AM2S assessment that you’ll undertake at the end of your apprenticeship – to find out more about the AM2S

This game is just for fun! It’s not an exact simulation of electrical installation techniques, and tasks have been adapted for gameplay purposes. visit www.netservices.org.uk/am2s

Studying for a career in the electrical industry?

Find out how the IET can help

As co-publisher of BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations), we have lots of information and guidance available to help you get into the electrical industry.

From informative articles on different ways into industry and the most relevant qualifications, to videos designed to help de-mystify certain areas of the Wiring Regulations, our website is full of useful resources for electrical students, including: – Books for students, such as the Student’s Guide to the IET Wiring Regulations – The Student’s Guide video series including topics such as Safe Isolation and Risk Assessment – Wiring Matters magazine articles to help you with your studies – A job profile bank detailing some of the many different career options available to you when you qualify