Level 3 Electrical Installation Course in Walsall

Cost£3,995.00
Duration6 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceWeekend
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Level 3 Electrical Installations (Buildings and Structures) Course in Walsall. Classes run at Optima Electrical Training Walsall on weekends, so you can train without giving up weekday work. This City and Guilds level 3 electrical installations (buildings and structures) course covers electrical installation skills, electrical science, and the principles you need to work across domestic, commercial, and industrial settings. Weekend electrical installations classes typically run over 6 months. Previous relevant work experience or a Level 1 Diploma in Electrical Installations may be accepted as entry; contact the centre to confirm which route applies to you.

Who this course is for

The Level 2 Diploma in Electrical installations is the industry recognised route to get on your way to becoming a fully qualified electrician making you eligible to work in the domestic, commercial and industrial sectors. The City & Guilds 2365 Level 2 Course covers all of the essential electrical installation skills, knowledge of electrical science and electrical principles to be confident in working within the electrical industry.

This course has been designed to ensure that it covers all of the necessary elements to develop your theoretical knowledge and understanding of electrical science and underpinning principles of the electrical field but also to develop your practical installation skills. The award consists of the following elements of study:

Health and Safety in Building Services Engineering Principles of Electrical Science Electrical Installations Technology Installation of Wiring Systems and enclosures Understand how to communicate with others within Building Services Engineering On completion of this course you will have gained the necessary knowledge and skills to become confident in your ability to: Understand of how electricity works and the scientific principles that governs it Work within the industry in a safe and productive manner alongside other building services engineers Install wiring systems and enclosures including: socket outlets and other power circuits, lighting circuits, alternative wiring system (single and twin and earth PVC cables), installing and fabrication of PVC and Steel trunking and conduit, cable tray and steel wire armored cable. Construction and safe use of portable scaffold platforms Safe isolation and basic pre-energised inspection and testing.

On completion of this course, you will be eligible to work within the industry under the supervision of a qualified electrician and have the relevant knowledge and practical skills to progress on to the level 3 qualification.

Entry requirements

There are a number of routes of approval for this course. Previous work experience is recognised as is the completion of the level 1 Diploma. Please contact us for more information.

What you will learn

  • You'll apply electrical installation techniques in buildings and structures.
  • You'll understand electrical science and the principles behind safe electrical systems.
  • You'll work with wiring systems, cables, and containment methods.
  • You'll inspect, test, and commission electrical installations.
  • You'll interpret technical drawings, specifications, and wiring diagrams.
  • You'll apply health and safety regulations relevant to electrical work.
  • You'll understand the requirements of BS 7671 (the IET Wiring Regulations).

How you will learn

Learning is classroom based at Optima Electrical Training Walsall, combining theory sessions with practical electrical installation work. Assessment includes written assignments, practical tasks, and knowledge-based assessments aligned to the City and Guilds 2365 framework. You'll be assessed on both your technical skills and your understanding of electrical principles throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Optima Electrical Training Walsall will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Electrical installer: fitting wiring and systems in homes and buildings.
  • Domestic electrician: first-fix and second-fix electrical work in residential properties.
  • Commercial electrician: electrical installation in offices, retail, and public buildings.
  • Industrial electrician: working with electrical systems in factories and industrial sites.
  • Maintenance electrician: servicing and fault-finding on existing electrical installations.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment: the on-the-job NVQ that, combined with this Diploma, supports your application for an ECS Gold Card as a qualified electrician.
  • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671): a short course required by most employers and essential for working on UK electrical installations.
  • Level 3 Award in the Initial Verification and Certification of Electrical Installations: covers inspection and testing, often taken alongside or after the Diploma.