18th Edition Exam Revision Guide
Revision guide for the 18th Edition (2382) exam — key topics, regulation lookups, and exam technique
Exam Format — City & Guilds 2382
Understanding the exam structure helps you allocate time and focus revision on the right areas.
2382-22 exam overview
City & Guilds 2382-22 Syllabus| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Qualification | City & Guilds 2382-22 (or EAL equivalent) |
| Format | 60 multiple-choice questions |
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Pass mark | 60% (36 correct answers) |
| Open book | Yes — BS 7671 permitted |
| Delivery | Online (invigilated) or paper-based |
Tab Your BS 7671
Must-Know Tables and Regulations
These tables and regulations appear frequently in exam questions. Know where to find them and how to use them.
Key tables to tab in BS 7671
BS 7671 18th Edition| Table | Content | Exam Use |
|---|---|---|
| 41.2 / 41.3 / 41.4 | Max Zs for MCBs and fuses | Verifying disconnection times |
| 4D1A / 4D1B | Current ratings (singles in conduit) | Cable sizing questions |
| 4D5 | Current ratings (T&E clipped) | Domestic cable sizing |
| 4B1 | Ambient temperature correction | Correction factor questions |
| 4C1 | Grouping correction factors | Multiple circuits in containment |
| 54.7 | Minimum CPC sizes | Earthing conductor sizing |
| Table 41.1 | Disconnection times | Final vs distribution circuits |
High-Value Topics
Topic weighting and revision priority
Based on published learning outcomes| Topic Area | Approx. Questions | Priority |
|---|---|---|
| Scope and definitions (Part 1-2) | 5-8 | Medium |
| Protection against electric shock (Ch 41) | 8-12 | High |
| Cable sizing and correction factors (App 4) | 6-10 | High |
| Earthing and bonding (Ch 54) | 5-8 | High |
| Special locations (Part 7) | 5-8 | High |
| Inspection and testing (Part 6) | 4-6 | Medium |
| Isolation and switching (Ch 46) | 3-5 | Medium |
Question counts are approximate and vary between exam versions.
Read the Question Carefully
Exam Day Strategy
Answer every question — there is no negative marking. If you are unsure, eliminate the obviously wrong answers and make an educated guess. Aim to complete the first pass in 90 minutes, leaving 30 minutes to review flagged questions. Do not spend more than 3 minutes on any single question in the first pass.
Practice Under Timed Conditions