Free Level 3 Electrical Installation Course in Great Yarmouth. Classes run full-time during the day at East Coast College Great Yarmouth Campus. This is an intensive route into the electrical trade, covering the knowledge and practical skills you need to work as an electrical installer. The course runs to 600 hours of study. You'll sit assessments through EAL, the awarding body chosen for this qualification. Entry requirements are available on request from the college, and you'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
Electrical Installation L3 Dip E&T (ELINFL3C00 25/26GA) is based in the Electrical department and is designed to help you develop skills in this area. We have chosen EAL as the exam board for this course.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements available on request.
What you will learn
You'll learn the principles of electrical science and how they apply to installation work.
You'll develop skills in wiring systems, circuits, and electrical components.
You'll study the regulations and safety standards that govern electrical work in the UK.
You'll practise fault diagnosis and testing on electrical installations.
You'll learn how to inspect and verify completed electrical work.
You'll understand how to read and interpret technical drawings and wiring diagrams.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom teaching and practical hands-on sessions in the electrical workshop. Assessment is through EAL, which combines written exams, practical assessments, and coursework. You'll be assessed on both your technical knowledge and your ability to carry out installation tasks to the required standard.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. East Coast College Great Yarmouth Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Electrical installer: fitting and wiring electrical systems in buildings.
Domestic electrician: electrical work in homes and residential properties.
Commercial electrician: installation work in offices, shops, and public buildings.
Maintenance electrician: keeping electrical systems running safely.
Electrical apprentice (advanced): progressing into a formal apprenticeship at Level 3.
Site electrician: working on construction sites as part of a trades team.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment: the NVQ route that supports the AM2 assessment and is required for an Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS) card, which most employers and contractors expect.
AM2 Assessment: the industry end-test that, alongside the relevant NVQ, leads to JIB Gold Card status and full recognition as a qualified electrician.
Level 4 Award in the Design and Verification of Electrical Installations: for those moving into design and inspection roles.
