Level 2 Diploma Electrical Installations Course in Redhill. Classes run at East Surrey College, full-time over 34 weeks. This City and Guilds level 2 diploma electrical installations qualification covers both theory and practical work. You'll study health and safety, electrical science, and the installation of wiring systems and enclosures, split between classroom lessons and hands-on workshop sessions. Note that this diploma electrical installations course is not part of an apprenticeship framework. To become a qualified electrician, you'll also need to complete an NVQ Diploma, though this qualification can transfer into that framework later.
Who this course is for
16 or 16+
What you will learn
You'll apply health and safety practices in building services engineering.
You'll develop communication skills used in building services environments.
You'll understand the principles of electrical science.
You'll learn electrical installations technology for buildings and structures.
You'll practise the installation of wiring systems and enclosures.
You'll construct electrical projects using a range of materials in a workshop setting.
How you will learn
The course combines theory classroom lessons with practical workshop sessions. You'll work through five mandatory units covering both the knowledge and hands-on aspects of electro-technical technology. Assessment covers the theory and practical elements of each unit. East Surrey College will confirm the specific assessment methods before you start.
What you will need to bring
You'll need to bring the following materials:
IET On-Site Guide to BS7671: 2018
A non-programmable calculator
Stationery (pens, pencils, A4 folder)
The City and Guilds Textbook: Book 1 Electrical Installations Level 2 Technical Diploma (2365)
East Surrey College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Electrical installer: how to become an electrical installer after further NVQ training.
Electrical improver: entry-level site role while completing further qualifications.
Building services operative: supporting electrical and mechanical building systems.
Maintenance electrician (trainee): assisting qualified electricians on maintenance work.
Electrical apprentice: this qualification can transfer into an NVQ apprenticeship framework.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment: the qualification you'll need to work as a qualified electrician. This diploma electrical installations certificate can transfer into the NVQ framework.
Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations (BS7671): the wiring regulations qualification most electricians hold alongside their NVQ.
City and Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installations: the next step for those progressing through the City and Guilds route.
