Traction and Rolling Stock
Many roles such as traction and rolling stock engineers, train drivers, overhead line operatives and signalling technicians require extensive regulated training, practical experience and safety accreditation (NSAR, Workforce Survey 2025)
Level 3 Traction and Rolling Stock Module Overview
Current collection and electrical systems: Knowledge of current collection components and train line systems allowing for fault finding capabilities.
Train systems and schematic drawings: Knowledge in schematic drawings, identifying systems and components allowing for fault finding on the train.
HVAC systems: Knowledge in heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems of specific fleets. Deals with the legal requirements for dealing with refrigerant and safety precautions.
Train radio and cab safety systems: Knowledge in the location, function and critical nature of radio and cab safety systems.
Braking systems: to introduce learners to the brake systems and covers integrated products, air supply, brake control, wheel slide prevention, ancillary equipment, and brake control unit maintenance tool.
Exterior and saloon door systems: Knowledge in maintenance and installation of rail vehicle doors allowing for fault finding activities and to produce reports on those activities carried out.
Other Traction and Rolling Stock courses
Wheels and axles course: This course provides candidates with the ability to understand the properties of Axle Bearings and perform maintenance activities on Axles and Bearings while making use of relevant tooling to measure wheels and wheel-sets.
Torque tightening: The course provides candidates with the knowledge and principles of torque tightening alongside the need for the correct fixtures and fastenings. This course also provides insight into how to deal with common errors that are associated with torque tightening.
Depot Operational Track Safety (DOTS)
This course gives depot based staff the knowledge to work safely within depot limits. It covers safe conduct in operational areas, depot layout and walking routes, procedures for crossing tracks, and the basic Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) required before starting any activity.
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5. Fixtures and Fastenings
This course gives candidates an understanding of the importance of using the correct fixtures and fastenings and following assembly instructions. It introduces key safety concepts such as Safety Related Defects, risk management, and good engineering practice, and outlines how to respond to errors or incidents.
6. Authorised Person Electrical Working Awareness
This course provides learners with the essential knowledge to work safely on or near electrical systems. It covers basic electrical principles, common hazards, safe working practices, key components, and how to respond to electrical faults and emergencies.
