Electrical Installation – City and Guilds Level 3 Technical Diploma

Level: 3 | Duration: 1 Year | Start Date: September

What is this course about?
This course is ideal for anyone who wants to work as an electrician. On the course you will learn, develop and practice the skills required to succeed in this industry.

This level 3 course will develop further practical and theoretical electrical skills to enable progression to an apprenticeship in Electrical Installation or employment in electrical or affiliated industries.

You will cover compulsory aspects such as:

• Working safely and effectively
• Design, construct, test and commission electrical systems
• Methods of supervision
• Electrical science and principles
• Regulations and law
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults
• Recognised by leading employers as ensuring you’re ‘ready to work’
• Makes your CV stand out with an impressive mix of technical skills and 24 key workplace skills
• Offers UCAS points at Level 3 for progression to university

Why choose this course?
Electricians earn on average £30,000 a year or if you become self-employed the rewards can be limitless.
The College has had major investment in industry standard facilities, celebrated excellent grades, excellent value added, enrichment opportunities, guest speakers designed to help you achieve your best and progress in your chosen career.

Entry Requirements:
Achievement of Electrical Installation at Level 2 or equivalent (C&G 2330 Level 2 or C&G 2365 Level 2) and GCSE English and Maths at 9 – 4 or above.

What will this course lead on to?
You can progress on to an apprenticeship in Electrical Installation or employment in electrical or affiliated industries

What will I learn on this course?
On this course you will learn how to work safely and competently in an electrical environment and develop the practical skills essential for employment in the industry.
You will also have tutorial sessions which will involve a 1 to 1 discussion with your personal tutor to monitor your progress and support you during your course.

Enrichment Opportunities: 
You may have the opportunity to represent the College in national competitions such as UK Skill-build. Enrichment activities such as 5 a side football, model car racing, practical projects and many more.

How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed through a number of practical assessments during the year and undertake a final practical assessment at the end of the year. You will be expected to complete extended learning throughout the year in order to prepare for an end of year theory exam.

Are there any costs associated with this course?
Learners will be expected to purchase a recommended course book, and provide their own safety footwear and overalls.