Level 2 Diploma Electrical Installations Course in Rainham. Evening classes run at Rainham Campus Construction Centre, part-time over 43 weeks. That makes it possible to fit your level 2 diploma electrical installations classes around work or other commitments. You'll cover the principles and practice of electrical installations in buildings and structures, working toward the City and Guilds diploma electrical installations qualification. Assessment combines practical tasks and written tests.
Who this course is for
19 plus
What you will learn
You'll learn the fundamental principles of electrical science and how they apply to installations.
You'll study wiring systems, cables, and containment used in buildings and structures.
You'll understand how to work safely with electricity, following current regulations.
You'll learn how to inspect, test, and commission electrical installations.
You'll develop knowledge of earthing systems and protection against electric shock.
You'll study the requirements of BS 7671 (the IET Wiring Regulations).
You'll practise fault diagnosis and how to identify and correct installation problems.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in a classroom and practical workshop setting at Rainham Campus Construction Centre. You'll be assessed through a combination of written assignments, multiple-choice tests, and practical tasks that demonstrate your installation skills. Assessment is set and marked against the City and Guilds specification for the Diploma in Electrical Installations (Buildings and Structures).
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Rainham Campus Construction Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Electrical installer. Install wiring and systems in new and existing buildings.
Domestic electrician. Work on homes, fitting sockets, lighting, and consumer units.
Maintenance electrician. Keep electrical systems running safely in commercial premises.
Electrical improver. Support qualified electricians on larger commercial or industrial sites.
Solar PV installer. Fit solar panel systems, building on core electrical knowledge.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment. The next step for electricians working toward full qualification and a JIB Gold Card.
AM2 Assessment (Achievement Measurement 2). The industry end-point assessment required before applying for an Electrician's Licence or ECS Gold Card.
Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations (BS 7671). Deepens your knowledge of the IET Wiring Regulations, useful for inspection and testing work.
