IECEX 009 Course-Design Electrical Installations in or Associated with Explosive Atmospheres

COURSE OVERVIEW:

The IECEx 009 — Design Electrical Installations in Explosive Atmospheres course at iSkills equips experienced electrical engineers and tradesmen with competence to classify hazardous areas, analyse explosion risks, and design compliant electrical installations aligned to the IEC 60079 series. The course includes a review of each candidate’s work and training records.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

Classify hazardous areas where explosive gases, vapours, or combustible dust may exist
Analyze explosion hazard data and establish documented hazardous area zones
Select appropriate Ex equipment based on area classification
Design compliant electrical power, control, and instrumentation systems for explosive atmospheres
Maintain accurate records and verification dossiers for Ex installations

COURSE CONTENT

Legal requirements and IEC 60079 standards
Properties of explosive gases, vapours, and combustible dust
Hazardous area classification procedures and techniques
Equipment selection and explosion protection techniques
Record keeping and verification dossier requirements

Pre-Assessment Knowledge Required:

COURSE METHODOLOGY

Classroom Training + Formal Assessment

1.5 days of instructor-led theory training covering hazardous area classification, equipment selection, explosion protection design, and documentation — followed by a 0.5-day formal assessment. Includes a review of each candidate’s work and training records.

Theory only — no practical elements. Assessment points integrated throughout.

WHO SHOULD JOIN?

Experienced electrical tradesmen with hands-on hazardous area installation experience
Electrical engineers designing Ex electrical systems and installations
Professionals with minimum 3 years Ex installation experience seeking formal IECEx design certification
Candidates who have completed IECEx 001 advancing within the IECEx competence framework

IECEx Module 001 must be attained before this module can be awarded.

Formation

The 2 days course include:

CompEx Certification

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