TRAINING

IMPROVING KNOWLEDGE, RAISING STANDARDS

THe module
providers
Module 1

The Amps training

course modules
Module 1
Engine (including
Governors)

Module 2
Generators (including
Voltage Regulators)
Generator Basic Theory
(including different types)

Basic Theory

Engine Ratings
Governor Systems

Voltage Regulation

Auto Transfer System

Controls

Engine Basic Theory

Engine Management Systems

Module 2

Module 3
Controls

Engine Protections
Starting Systems
Cooling

(including different types)

Parallel Operation
Generator Protections

System Types

Synchronising and
Load Sharing

Servicing Tasks

Servicing Tasks

Module 3
Module 4
Switchgear

Module 4

Single Line Diagrams and

Network Connections
Switchgear Construction

Module 5
Installation and
Commissioning,
Design and Practice
Fuel Systems

Written test

Ventilation, Acoustics and

Exhaust Systems

Instrumentation and
Measurement

Layout, Design and Safety

Earthing (Part 1)

Earthing (Part 2)

Transformers

Test and Commissioning

Protection Theory

Module 6
Basic Electricity
(exam only)

Electrical Installation

Module 7
Health & Safety
IOSH Working
Safely
Written test

and Settings

Each of modules 1 - 4 will include relevant fault-finding

troubleshooting information

Association of Manufacturers of Power generating Systems (AMPS)

The Association of Manufacturers and
suppliers of Power Systems and ancillary equipment

AMPS, Peershaws, Berewyk Hall Court, White Colne, Colchester, Essex CO6 2QB
Tel: +44 (0) 1787 221025 Fax: +44 (0) 845 3016853