Training

Traffic Signal Control

IHIE's Professional Certificate in Traffic Signal Control sets a new standard for the professional practitioner.

All TfL signals graduates are put through the certificate which allows engineers and to potential employers their knowledge and competence in the conception, design and installation of signals at Foundation, Practitioner and Expert Practitioner level.

Endorsed by the CSS Traffic Signal Group and Transport for London

Supported by Siemens

How

You match yourself against the standards of knowledge and competence IHIE has identified, submit a Report of 1,000 to 3,000 words describing your contribution to a few recent schemes or projects, backed by supporting evidence, and present the Report at an interview. The Report and documents will need to match the competence standards you are aiming to satisfy.

All is explained in TSC 4 - The procedures and standards and you'll need an Application Form.

You don't have to be a member of IHIE nor are there any academic entry requirements.

To find relevant commercial training courses, look at the Directory of Courses.

Progression

Once you have passed, you can join the Institute as a Member or Fellow, depending on your qualifications and experience.

If you want to gain Engineering Council registration as a Technician or Incorporated Engineer, you can apply simultaneously for the IHIE Certificate and for Professional Review, provided you have the right academic qualifications.

Your Professional Certificate portfolio can also be taken into account if you want to go on to gain an NVQ3 or 4 in Transportation.

The Statements of Competence and knowledge set out what a competent signals engineer should know and be able to do. They can therefore help guide your training and development.

Cost

The Certificate is available at three levels for which the application fees are:

  • Foundation £90.00
  • Practitioner £120.00
  • Expert Practitioner £150.00.

Documents

  • TSC 1 - Becoming a Traffic Signal Control Professional
  • TSC 2 - Directory of Training Courses
  • TSC 3 - TSC and NVQs
  • TSC 4 - The procedures and standards
  • TSC 4 Annex 2 - Combining with the professional review
  • TSC 9 - Assessor Application Form
  • TSC 10 - Application form

To apply to become an Assessor, send IHIE a completed Assessor Form.

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