Electrical Installations C&G Diploma Level 2

This course focuses on the theoretical knowledge and practical skills for an installation electrician, it is formally assessed with designated end of year examinations.

This qualification prepares learners who are looking towards a career in electrical installation in the building services engineering sector. It allows candidates to learn, develop and practice the skills required for employment and/or career progression in the electronic technology sector.

The qualification is an integral part of the recognised electrical training routes. These training routes are available on the Electrical Careers website, see below weblink for further information. You will not be a fully qualified electrician with this standalone qualification.

www.electricalcareers.co.uk/joining-the-industry/training-routes

This qualification includes the following modules:

• 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

The assessments for this qualification are assignments, multi-choice exams and assessments of practical skills in a formal setting.

Learners studying this course will develop a range of skills and techniques, as well as personal skills and attributes that are essential for successful performance in working life.

All class-based materials will be provided but you will need to provide relevant books, which will be identified by your course tutor. You will also need to provide safety shoes and work trousers for any workshop sessions, at an approximate cost of £15.00 each. In addition to this, you will need to provide a hi vis, at an approximate cost of £5.00.

Text books required are as follows:-

IET Onsite Guide
BS7671 Wiring Regulations

You will also require a CASIO scientific calculator and an A4 lever arch folder.

City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installations

This qualification will lead to employment in the industry of building services engineering, or to further study or higher education.

This qualification will allow progression to the Level 3 Electro-technical City and Guilds Diploma in Electrical Installations or the 8202 Advanced Technical Diploma. In addition, an Electrical Apprenticeship studying the Level 3 Electro-technical City and Guilds 5357 qualification.

For entry onto this qualification learners must have maths and English level 1 at initial assessment, GCSE Grade C or above will be accepted as evidence, if no evidence available you will be requested to undertake a formal maths and English assessment.

Funding may be available to support your learning as an adult (aged 19+) studying at Dudley College in the following circumstances:

• If the course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) and they have given us permission to offer it at no cost to you and live in the WMCA area.
• If the course is part of the ‘Free Courses for Jobs’ government scheme and you are unemployed or working for a low wage.
• If the course is funded by the Department for Education (DfE) / WMCA and you meet certain criteria (such as this being the first qualification of this type and level you are studying, or unemployed, or working for a low wage).

Your personal circumstances and the funding available to you will be discussed at enrolment, if would useful if you bring evidence including proof of income / benefits; proof of age (i.e. driving licence); prior qualifications.

English & Maths: If you have not previously achieved GCSE grade C or above in English and/or maths, you can study these for free.