Free Level 2 Electrical Installation Course in Leeds – Leeds College of Building South Bank Campus

CostFREE
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Diploma Electrical Installations Course in Leeds. Classes run full-time at Leeds College of Building South Bank Campus, five days a week during the day. The course runs for 36 weeks. You'll learn how to install cables, sockets, and switches, how to design and size electrical systems, and how to test and commission installations to meet health and safety standards. You'll also study the science of electricity and the legislation that governs electrical work. An initial assessment and interview are part of the application process. A Level 1 Diploma or equivalent Building Services Engineering qualification is desirable but not required.

Who this course is for

  • How to install cables and equipment including sockets and switches for electrical installations
  • How to design electrical installations selecting the correct size and type of cable and equipment
  • How to test and commission electrical installations to ensure they work and meet the health and safety requirements
  • The health and safety legislation relating to the installation and maintenance of electrical systems
  • The science behind electricity e.g. volts, current and resistance
  • The environmental impact of electrical installations

Entry requirements

If you are aged 16-18 you will complete an assessment and attend an interview. If you are aged 19 and over you will complete an assessment. It is desirable that you have a Level 1 Diploma or an equivalent Building Services Engineering qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll install cables, sockets, and switches for electrical installations in buildings and structures.
  • You'll design electrical installations, selecting the correct cable sizes and equipment types.
  • You'll test and commission electrical installations to confirm they work safely.
  • You'll apply health and safety legislation covering the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
  • You'll understand the science behind electricity, including voltage, current, and resistance.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom and practical workshop environment at Leeds College of Building South Bank Campus. Learning covers both the theory and hands-on practice of electrical installation work. You'll be assessed through written tests and practical tasks that reflect real installation scenarios. Assessment covers your knowledge of electrical science, design, installation, and testing.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Leeds College of Building South Bank Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Electrical installer. Install wiring and equipment in new and existing buildings.
  • Domestic electrician. Carry out electrical work in homes and residential properties.
  • Electrical improver. Support qualified electricians on commercial and industrial sites.
  • Building services operative. Work on electrical systems within construction projects.
  • Maintenance electrician. Inspect, test, and repair electrical systems in buildings.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment. The next step toward becoming a fully qualified electrician and gaining a JIB Gold Card.
  • Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations (BS 7671). Covers the current wiring regulations and is widely required for electrical work in the UK.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installations (Buildings and Structures). Deepens your technical knowledge and practical skills beyond Level 2.

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