Free Level 3 Electrical Installations Course in Sheffield

CostFREE
Duration6 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Level 3 Electrical Installations Course in Sheffield. Classes run at Arena Training Centre Sheffield, with flexible daytime attendance over 6 weeks.

The course builds on Level 2 electrical installations training. You must hold a Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installations to join. Units cover wiring systems, fault diagnosis, inspection and testing, and electrical science. Good maths and English skills are useful. South Yorkshire residents may be able to access funding for this course, so it is worth enquiring about costs.

You'll finish with a City and Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installations (Buildings and Structures).

Who this course is for

This course continues the principals learned at Level 2 and is the next step to help start off your career. It wont make you a fully qualified electrician, but the course does form part of the training path you need to take to become fully qualified.

Entry requirements

You musts hold a Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installations qualification. It is useful to have an aptitude for practical tasks and have good Maths and English skills.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of wiring systems and enclosures.
  • You'll learn how to inspect and test electrical installations.
  • You'll study fault diagnosis and how to identify electrical problems.
  • You'll understand electrical science and the principles behind safe installations.
  • You'll apply health and safety regulations relevant to electrical work.
  • You'll learn how to read and interpret electrical drawings and diagrams.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Arena Training Centre Sheffield. The course includes practical tasks alongside theory. Assessment is through a combination of written assignments, practical assessments, and end-of-unit tests. Your tutor will guide you through each unit and confirm assessment requirements at the start of the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Arena Training Centre Sheffield will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Electrical installer, fits and maintains wiring systems in buildings.
  • Electrician, carries out electrical work in domestic and commercial properties.
  • Electrical maintenance technician, keeps electrical systems running safely.
  • Site electrician, works on construction sites installing electrical systems.

What you could study next

  • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment, the qualification electricians need to work toward a JIB Gold Card and full industry recognition.
  • AM2 Assessment, the industry end-point assessment required for electrician status.
  • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671), a short course required for most electrical roles.

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