Level 3 Electrical Installations Course in Blackpool. Classes run at Bispham Campus, part-time over three days. This course covers the current UK wiring regulations set out in BS7671:2018, the standard that qualified electricians must work to. You'll need to be 18 or over to enrol. There are no other entry requirements. The course is designed for people already working in the electrical industry who need to update their knowledge of the regulations.
Who this course is for
The 18th edition electrical course aims to equip individuals with the most current knowledge and comprehension of the wiring regulations applicable in the United Kingdom. For anyone engaged in electrical work, possessing an updated understanding of these regulations is crucial to guarantee that your work is safe, compliant, and lawful. Designed for qualified electricians that work in areas of the electrical industry where meeting the requirements for electrical installation to BS7671 is essential, this course is also often taken by allied professionals such as contracts managers, designers, electrical engineers, consultants, surveyors, and other related trades needing to update and enhance their understanding of the IET Wiring Regulations. Delivered over three days, the course covers all the essentials of the latest British Standard you need to know to work compliantly and pass the open book exam at the end of the training.
Entry requirements
There are no pre-requisite requirements for this qualification. However, all candidates must be over 18 years old.
What you will learn
You'll understand the structure and scope of the BS7671:2018 wiring regulations.
You'll learn the requirements for safe and compliant electrical installation work in the UK.
You'll study the key changes introduced in the 18th edition of the wiring regulations.
You'll understand how to apply the regulations to real electrical installation scenarios.
You'll learn the legal responsibilities that apply to electrical work under current UK standards.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Bispham Campus over three days. Learning is delivered through tutor-led instruction covering the BS7671:2018 regulations. Assessment is by a written examination set by City and Guilds. You must pass the exam to achieve the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bispham Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Electrical installer. Install and maintain electrical systems to BS7671 standards.
Domestic electrician. Carry out wiring and installation work in homes.
Commercial electrician. Work on electrical systems in offices and retail premises.
Industrial electrician. Maintain electrical equipment in manufacturing environments.
Electrical maintenance engineer. Inspect and service electrical installations.
What you could study next
City and Guilds Level 3 Award in Requirements for Electrical Installations (2382-18) periodic assessment update. Keeps your knowledge current as regulations are amended.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment. Needed for a JIB Gold Card, which many employers require for site work.
Level 4 Award in Electrical Vehicle Charging Equipment Installation. Broadens your scope into the growing EV sector.
