Level 3 Diploma Electrical Installation Course in Derby. Classes run at Derby College, two evenings a week over 36 weeks across two years. The course covers advanced electrical installation and testing, including scientific principles, fault finding, inspection and commissioning, and electrical design. You'll need a Level 2 Electrical Installations qualification to join, plus GCSE grade 4 or above in English and Maths, or Functional Skills Level 2 in both. A formal interview and initial assessment are also required. This City and Guilds diploma electrical installation qualification builds the technical knowledge and skills employers look for in the electrotechnical sector.
Who this course is for
This is a two year evening course where you will attend Derby College for two evenings a week. This Level 3 course is industry recognised and will increase your employability within the Building Services industry. It will require considerable commitment and effort to complete but offers a superior pathway to employment. It covers the advanced technical aspects of electrical installation and testing.
Entry requirements
You should have already completed and Electrical Installations Level 2 qualification You will need GCSE grade 4 / C or above in English and Maths or be working at Functional Skills Level 2. You will also have to complete and pass a formal interview and initial assessment.
What you will learn
You'll apply scientific principles relevant to electrical installations.
You'll carry out inspection, testing and commissioning of electrotechnical systems and equipment.
You'll diagnose and find faults in electrical systems.
You'll use electrical design practices and procedures.
You'll organise and oversee electrical work activities in buildings.
You'll work to the requirements for electrical installations set out in BS 7671.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical workshop activity at Derby College. The course combines technical theory with hands-on practice in electrical installation. You'll attend two evenings a week. Assessment is through a formal interview and initial assessment before you start, with ongoing assessment throughout the course covering the mandatory units.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Derby College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Electrical installer. Install and test electrical systems in buildings.
Domestic electrician. Wire and maintain electrical systems in homes.
Commercial electrician. Work on larger electrical installations in commercial properties.
Electrical maintenance engineer. Service and repair electrical equipment on site.
Building services engineer. Oversee electrical and mechanical systems in buildings.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment. The on-the-job qualification many electricians complete alongside or after this Diploma, and a step toward a skilled-worker CSCS card.
AM2 Assessment. The industry end-point assessment required for JIB Approved Electrician status.
18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671). A short course that keeps your knowledge of the current wiring regulations current, required by most employers.
