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Electrical Installation

This real world course prepares you to work effectively and safely in an electrotechnical environment and is ideal for anyone who wants to become a fully qualified electrician.

Course Information

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  • Course Type School Leaver
  • Subject Area Construction and the Built Environment
  • Qualification Level 2 Diploma
  • Study Mode: Full Time
  • Course Level Level 2
  • Location Construction Centre
  • Course Length 1 year
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Overview

This real-world course prepares you to work effectively and safely in an electrotechnical environment and is ideal for anyone who wants to become a fully qualified electrician.

On this course you will cover:  

  • Health and safety and industry practices
  • Electrical science
  • Electrical installation
  • Electrical technology
  • Communication within the building services industry

You will have a combination of online exams and practical exercises.

This course is ideal if you would like to learn about the installation and maintenance of electrical wiring systems in our homes, businesses, and factories and enjoy solving mathematical and scientific construction problems.

Future Steps:On completion, you could progress on to the Level 3 Apprenticeship in Electrical Installations. For an Apprenticeship you need GCSE grade 4 in English and Maths. However, we will work with you and provide additional support to help you achieve the requirements, either prior to your Apprenticeship or during the delivery of your programme.

Entry Requirements

You will need GCSE Maths at grade 4 or above and a grade 3 or above in GCSE English and a Science, you will be required to study GCSE English alongside your course if you have not yet achieved a grade 4 or above at GCSE.

Facilities
  • Fully equipped electrical workshop and assessment bays
  • Trade specific classroom
  • Learning Resource Centre (LRC)
  • Café
  • IT suite
Additional Costs

You will need to be equipped with basic stationery for all your sessions. You will need to have your own overalls and safety boots- advice will be given at interview. If you are required to purchase a subject specific course book you will be advised either at interview or at the start of the course plus a suitable calculator. There is a non-refundable Workshop Fee of £35 per full time student per year. This will contribute towards the cost of tools for use in the workshop so that you do not need to provide your own. It will also cover the cost of one Hi-Viz jacket, one pair of safety glasses and one pair of gloves. If you require a CSCS card, the cost will be an additional £58.50.

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    If you have questions or would like to speak to someone, our team of Customer Service Advisers can help answer your questions or direct your enquiry to the correct team.
    Speak to us today on 01392 400500 or send us a message using our contact form: www.exe-coll.ac.uk/contact.

  • Ready to find out more?

    Why not come along to one of our open events, a chance to explore our facilities, ask questions about our courses and find out more about being a student at Exeter College. Visit our open events page to find out more today.

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