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

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

About this course

Free Level 2 Diploma Electrical Installations Course in Leeds. Evening classes run at Leeds College of Building South Bank Campus, part-time over 36 weeks. You can fit this diploma electrical installations course around existing work or other commitments. 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 requirements. The science of electricity and relevant legislation are also covered. An initial assessment is part of the enrolment process.

Who this course is for

L2 Diploma in Electrical Installations: 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 learn how to install cables, sockets, and switches for electrical installations.
  • You'll learn how to design electrical installations, selecting the correct cable sizes and equipment.
  • You'll learn how to test and commission electrical installations to confirm they work safely.
  • You'll understand the health and safety legislation covering electrical installation and maintenance.
  • You'll study the science behind electricity, including voltage, current, and resistance.

How you will learn

Classes are delivered in person at the campus on evenings. You'll learn through a combination of classroom teaching and practical work covering installation, design, and testing. Assessment is based on the City and Guilds Level 2 Diploma requirements, which include both knowledge-based and practical elements. All learners complete an initial assessment before starting, and those aged 16 to 18 years old also attend an interview.

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 homes and commercial buildings.
  • Domestic electrician. Carry out electrical work in residential properties.
  • Electrical maintenance operative. Maintain and repair electrical systems.
  • Building services engineer (electrical). Work on electrical systems within construction projects.
  • Electrical improver. Support qualified electricians on site while building experience.

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 required for most electrical work in the UK.
  • AM2 Assessment. The industry end-test that, combined with your Level 3 NVQ, leads to JIB Approved Electrician status.

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