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Free Level 3 Electrical Installation Advanced Technical Diploma in Bury Saint Edmunds

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Electrical Installation Advanced Technical Diploma in Bury Saint Edmunds. Classes run at University and Professional Development Centre, full-time during the day.

The course covers seven mandatory units. You'll study electrical science, design, and installation procedures. Units also cover inspection, testing, commissioning, and fault diagnosis. The seventh unit focuses on the requirements for electrical installations. The course takes one year to complete.

You'll finish with a City and Guilds Advanced Technical Diploma in Electrical Installation.

Who this course is for

This diploma has seven mandatory units: Planning and overseeing electrical work activities Principles of electrical science Electrical design and installation practices and procedures Principles of inspection, testing and commissioning electrical systems Inspecting, testing and commissioning electrical systems Electrical system fault diagnosis and rectification Requirements for electrical installations

What you will learn

  • You'll plan and oversee electrical work activities on site.
  • You'll apply the principles of electrical science to practical tasks.
  • You'll follow electrical design and installation practices and procedures.
  • You'll understand the principles of inspecting, testing, and commissioning electrical systems.
  • You'll carry out inspection, testing, and commissioning of electrical systems.
  • You'll diagnose and rectify faults in electrical systems.
  • You'll apply the requirements for electrical installations as set out in industry regulations.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at the centre. The course is assessed through a combination of practical tasks and written assignments linked to each mandatory unit. You'll be assessed on your ability to apply knowledge to real electrical installation scenarios.

What you will need to bring

University and Professional Development Centre will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Electrician, installs and maintains electrical systems in homes and commercial buildings.
  • Electrical Installer, fits wiring and electrical components across a range of projects.
  • Maintenance Electrician, keeps electrical systems running safely in buildings and facilities.
  • Electrician's Mate, supports qualified electricians on site while building experience.

Note: working as a fully qualified electrician typically requires further on-the-job experience and an NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations for a JIB Gold Card.

What you could study next

  • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment, the qualification many employers require for a JIB Gold Card and independent working.
  • HNC in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Level 4), a step toward engineering technician roles.
  • Inspection and Testing qualification (City and Guilds 2391), needed to certify electrical installations professionally.
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