Level 1 Electrical Installation Course in Slough. Classes run at Slough and Langley College, full-time during the day. The course runs for 35 weeks and covers the fundamentals of electrical installation, from wiring and terminations to electrical science and safe working practices. You'll also study the structure of the construction industry, site preparation, and environmental measures in domestic buildings. To start, you'll need four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English, Maths and Science. This City and Guilds level 1 electrical installation qualification is a solid first step toward a career as an electrical installer.
Who this course is for
The course covers the following areas: Structure of the construction industry Fundamental safe working practices Environmental and sustainability measures in domestic dwellings Site preparation or working in the construction industry Electrical installation wiring and terminations Fabrication techniques for electrical installations Electrical science and technology
Entry requirements
Four GCSEs at Grade 3 or above, including at least a grade 3 in English, Maths and Science.
What you will learn
You'll learn the structure of the construction industry and how it operates.
You'll practise fundamental safe working practices on site.
You'll study environmental and sustainability measures used in domestic dwellings.
You'll develop skills in site preparation and working in construction environments.
You'll carry out electrical installation wiring and terminations.
You'll apply fabrication techniques used in electrical installations.
You'll build knowledge of electrical science and technology.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Slough and Langley College, with practical and theory-based learning covering each area of the course. Assessment is through a combination of coursework and practical tasks that reflect the content areas of the qualification. Your progress will be assessed across all units of the Diploma.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Slough and Langley College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Electrical installer trainee. Entry-level role assisting qualified electricians on site.
Construction site operative. Supporting electrical and general construction work.
Electrical maintenance assistant. Helping maintain electrical systems in buildings.
Apprentice electrician. How to become an electrician starts with a formal apprenticeship.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installations. The natural next step, covering more advanced wiring, testing, and inspection skills.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment. The qualification electricians need to work toward a JIB Gold Card and full professional status.
Electrical Apprenticeship (Level 3). Combines work-based training with study, and is the main route into a career as a qualified electrician.
