Level 3 Electrical Installations Course in Crawley. Classes run at Crawley College, part-time during the day, one day a week over a year. This electrical installations course builds on Level 2 knowledge of the electrical industry. It covers electrotechnical knowledge and safety, with units in electrical installations for buildings and structures. You'll need GCSE English and maths at grade 4 or above to enrol. The course suits those not yet in employment who want to strengthen their CV, support an apprenticeship, or work toward becoming an electrician.
Who this course is for
Note! Not Available as a Free Course For Jobs outside GLA or Devolved Areas. This award provides the underpinning knowledge in electro technology and safety needed for anyone planning to take up a career in this industry. The certificate can be taken within a centre environment and will support learners taking an apprenticeship in electro technical engineering. This certificate combines generic electro technical knowledge with optional units in Electrical Installation (Buildings and Structures). br / br / Electrical / Engineering Installation Operations br / Safe Working Practices br / Environmental Awareness br / Electrical Scientific Principles br / Electrical Testing br / br /
Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll develop underpinning knowledge in electrotechnology and how electrical systems work.
You'll study electrical safety principles and how to apply them in buildings and structures.
You'll cover the theory behind electrical installation work in domestic and commercial settings.
You'll explore optional units in electrical installations for buildings and structures.
You'll build the knowledge base needed to support an electrotechnical apprenticeship or employment as an electrical improver.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Crawley College. Teaching covers electrotechnical theory, safety, and installation principles. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tests linked to the City and Guilds qualification. The part-time daytime timetable spreads study across one year, giving you time to absorb and apply what you cover in each session.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Crawley College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Electrical improver. Entry-level role supporting qualified electricians on site.
Apprentice electrician. Combine work and study toward a full electrical qualification.
Electrical installer. Install wiring and systems in buildings and structures.
Maintenance electrician. Keep electrical systems safe and operational.
Site electrician. Work on construction projects across domestic and commercial sites.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment. The qualification electricians need for a CSCS skilled-worker card and to work independently on site.
AM2 Assessment. The industry end-point assessment that, alongside the NVQ Level 3, leads to JIB Approved Electrician status.
Level 4 Award in the Design and Verification of Electrical Installations. A step toward design and inspection work for experienced electricians.
