Free Level 2 Electrical Installations (Buildings and Structures) Course in Widnes. Classes run at Riverside College Kingsway Campus on evenings, so you can fit study around your week. The course runs for one year part-time and covers electrical science, wiring systems, solar photovoltaic, and micro-renewable energy technologies. You'll build both practical and theoretical skills across the full range of electrical installations (buildings and structures) topics. Entry requirements are assessed at interview, where your GCSE results and other criteria will determine the right starting level.
Who this course is for
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 2 course will develop practical and theoretical electrical skills covering topics such as electrical science, electrical installations technology, installation of wiring systems, solar photovoltaic, micro-renewable energies and communication within the building services / engineering industry.
Entry requirements
Specific course entry criteria alongside your GCSE results will determine the level you start at. Specific grades are required in certain subjects. Find out about the individual entry requirements and level in the course information on the college website or at your interview.
What you will learn
You'll study electrical science and the principles behind electrical systems.
You'll learn how to install and test wiring systems in buildings and structures.
You'll cover electrical installations technology and how it applies in practice.
You'll explore solar photovoltaic systems and how they're installed.
You'll learn about micro-renewable energy technologies.
You'll develop communication skills relevant to the building services and engineering industry.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in person at Riverside College Kingsway Campus on evenings. You'll learn through a mix of practical workshop sessions and classroom-based theory. Assessment covers both your practical skills and your understanding of electrical science and installations technology. The centre will confirm the specific assessment methods at your interview.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Riverside College Kingsway Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Electrical installer: fitting wiring and electrical systems in buildings.
Domestic electrician: electrical work in homes and residential properties.
Commercial electrician: installations in offices, retail, and commercial premises.
Solar PV installer: fitting photovoltaic panels and associated systems.
Electrical maintenance technician: maintaining and testing electrical systems.
Building services engineer (trainee): supporting electrical work on construction projects.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment: the next step for electricians working toward a recognised skilled-worker qualification and JIB Gold Card status.
Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations (BS 7671): covers the current wiring regulations and is widely required for practising electricians.
Level 3 Certificate in Solar Photovoltaic Systems: for those who want to specialise in renewable energy installations.
