Level 2 Diploma Electrical Installations Course in Dover. Classes run at Dover Technical College, full-time during the day over 44 weeks. The course is free if you are under 18 years old. If you are 19 or over, fees may apply, so contact the college for details. You'll cover wiring circuits, electrical principles, health and safety, and installation techniques for buildings and structures. The course includes hands-on work in electrical workshops using industry tools and equipment.
Who this course is for
Develop the confidence and skills needed to begin a career within in the electrical industry.
What you will learn
You'll wire circuits and install sockets and switches safely.
You'll apply health and safety practices used in electrical work on site.
You'll learn the fundamentals of electricity, including voltage, current, and resistance.
You'll study electrical installation techniques for buildings and structures.
You'll explore how electrical systems are designed and how energy-saving technology is used.
You'll understand why electrical safety regulations exist and how to follow them.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical sessions in electrical workshops, using real tools and equipment. Classroom-based theory covers electrical principles, safety regulations, and installation techniques. Assessment combines practical tasks and written or knowledge-based tests that reflect the requirements of the City and Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installations (Buildings and Structures).
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Dover Technical College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Electrical installer. Entry-level installation work in buildings and structures.
Electrical labourer. Supporting qualified electricians on construction sites.
Maintenance electrician (trainee). Assisting with electrical upkeep in commercial premises.
Construction operative (electrical). General electrical tasks within construction teams.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment. The qualification electricians typically need to work independently and gain a recognised industry card.
Electrical Installation Apprenticeship (Level 3). Combines paid work with structured training toward full electrician status.
Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations (BS 7671). Covers the wiring regulations that employers and further training providers expect you to know.
