This course has been designed to provide an entry point for those wishing to start a career in the Building Services Engineering sector in electrotechnical technology or gain a Level 2 qualification in Electrical Installation.
It does not make you a qualified Electrician.
You will need to have an interest in general Building Services Engineering procedures and processes, with a keen enthusiasm towards learning electrotechnical regulations, principles of electrical science and practical installation skills.
The qualification covers the key aspects of working within the Building Services industry to include a range of practical tasks and the underpinning knowledge for electrical installation work.
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The use of Information Technology will be promoted throughout the study programme along with the skills required for employability and personal development.
This qualification does not demonstrate competence to be a qualified electrician but will support your progression to further study.
You must have achieved both Maths and English at GCSE grade C/4 or above, or hold Functional Skills level 2. There is also the option to sit an assessment, which will be used to determine which level you are working at.
All learners will be informally interviewed at main enrollment to confirm the suitability of the course for their requirements and expectations.
Your understanding and skills will be assessed by multiple-choice examinations, and written and practical assignments at intervals throughout the course.
You will be taught be members of our electrical team who have years of experience in both teaching and electrical installation.
All assessments are carried out in accordance with City & Guilds assessment strategy.
You will be required to wear suitable clothing for workshop activities and steel toe-capped boots.
IET wiring regs and on-site guides will be provided to support you in your studies.
You will need to provide stationary materials and a scientific calculator.
When you have successfully completed this qualification, you will be at an Improver/Electrician’s Mate level.
After this course, you can work in the electrical industry or you can continue your training to Level 3 to be a step closer to becoming a fully qualified electrician.
The below are required to become a qualified electrician.
You wil be required to wear suitable clothing for workshop activities and steel toe capped boots, and are also recommended to purchase IET wiring regs and on site guides to support your studies, along with stationary materials and scientific calculator.
There may be costs for uniform and equipment.
We’ll let you know more about this at our enrolment events and will help you to source the relevant items through our preferred suppliers, ensuring you get the best rates.
There is funding available to help cover some of these costs, if you meet eligibility criteria.
Students are required to purchase safety boots to be worn during workshop-based lessons.
This course is free to those aged under 19 years old.
Most people aged 19 years and over can qualify for free or reduced course fees and there are grants and bursaries you can apply for to help cover the costs of coming to college, depending on your circumstances.
If you already have a full level 3 qualification and are aged 19 years over, you can apply for an Advanced Learning Loan or pay the fee upfront.
Whatever support you need, we’re here for you and will make sure you get the most out of your time at college. We have expert teams in place to look after every single one of our students.
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Knowledge
Computers and Electronics: Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Engineering and Technology: Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
Design: Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Mathematics: Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Education and Training: Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
Median Salary£47,003
Average QualificationsHonours, Bachelor's degree
Physics: Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub- atomic structures and processes.
Median Salary£61,375
Mechanical: Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Median Salary£31,693
Average QualificationsLevel 4 NVQ; Intermediate, DipHE, DipFE
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