Free Level 2 Diploma Electrical Installations Course in Oswestry. Classes run at North Shropshire College, full-time during the day. You'll spend most of your time in the electrical workshop, practising the installation of wiring systems alongside the theory behind them. The course takes one year. To start, you'll need at least four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and maths, or a Level 1 Electrical qualification with good progress in English and maths.
Who this course is for
This Level 2 course allows you to gain the knowledge and specialist craft skills of electrical installation in a workshop environment. Your practice and assessment on the installation of wiring systems, together with the relevant theory of electrical installation, will prepare you for progression into the electrical industry, further study or an apprenticeship. You will spend most of your time working hands-on in the electrical workshop, but the course also covers essential theoretical aspects.
Entry requirements
A minimum of four GSCEs at grade 4, including English and maths or successful completion of the Level 1 Electrical qualification and good progress with English and maths. Applicants without suitable practical experience may be advised to commence study at Level 1.
What you will learn
You'll install wiring systems in a workshop setting
You'll develop hands-on craft skills in electrical installation
You'll study the theory behind electrical installation work
You'll learn how to work safely with electrical systems
You'll practise the techniques used in buildings and structures
You'll build the practical knowledge needed to enter the electrical industry
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical work in the electrical workshop, supported by classroom-based theory sessions. Assessment covers both your practical installation work and your understanding of electrical theory. You'll be assessed on the installation of wiring systems as well as the relevant theoretical content throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. North Shropshire College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Electrical installer, fitting wiring systems in buildings
Electrician's mate, supporting qualified electricians on site
Electrical maintenance operative, keeping systems running safely
Domestic installer, working on residential electrical systems
Construction electrician, working across new-build and refurbishment sites
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment, the qualification you'll need to work as a fully qualified electrician
Electrical Installation Apprenticeship (Level 3), combining work and study toward JIB Gold Card status
Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations (BS 7671), the wiring regulations qualification employers expect
