16-18 Courses, 16-18: Vocational

Electrical Installations (Level 3 Diploma)

Course Overview

Entry requirements

GCSE Average Points Score: 3.5, Grade 4 English Language GCSE, Grade 4 Maths GCSE, 5 GCSEs at Grade 4

Course information

This qualification is for you if you wish to work as an electrician in the building services industry. It has been designed to deliver a high level of occupational skills and provide a platform from which to progress through further learning or into employment. This vocational route at level 3 is a vital step towards becoming a competent electrician.

The qualification will help you gain an understanding of the skills required within the electrotechnical sector. You will cover compulsory aspects such as:

  • -working safely and effectively
  • -design, construct, test and commission electrical systems
  • -methods of supervision
  • -electrical science and principles
  • -regulations and law
  • -diagnose and repair electrical faults.

NCC works with local employers who will contribute to the knowledge and delivery of training. Employers will provide demonstrations and talks on the industry and where possible work placements will also be provided by the employers.

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What Can This Course Lead To

Progress to university, further study or employment.

This technical qualification focuses on the development of knowledge and practical skills needed for working in the electrotechnical industry, this will prepare you to undertake an electrotechnical apprenticeship programme or NVQ. On completion of the Apprenticeship/NVQ, you will be recognised by the industry as competent as an installation or maintenance electrician.

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