Level 1 Electrical Installations

The units you will study are likely to include:

Core Units:

• Structure of the construction industry
• Fundamental safe working practices
• Environmental and sustainability measures in domestic dwellings
• Site preparation for working in the construction industry
• Electrical installation wiring and terminations
• Fabrication techniques for electrical installation
• Electrical science and technology

All units are subject to change and may be withdrawn.

This course is ideal if you have an interest in learning the basic skills and knowledge involved in electrical installation, wish to gain a Level 1 qualification in electrical installation and want to progress onto the Level 2 Electrical course.

For the Level 1 Diploma in Electrical Installation you can learn, train and demonstrate your true skills by simulation in the workshop. Your abilities will be tested in the workshop and you will need to prove that you can do a number of work-related tasks. You will be assessed in several ways: by assignments and on-line tests; and by observation - an assessor watches you work and checks that you can do the tasks.

If you are aged 16-18, you will join a Study Programme. We will make sure you are working at the right level on your core qualification and are challenged to achieve the highest level of qualification you can. All students will continue to improve their maths and English and if you don't have a grade 4 (C) at GCSE, we will work with you towards achieving that goal (subject to specific entry requirements for particular courses). Work experience will be part of your study programme and complement your college study and prepare you for employment. You will also get involved in activities to help you develop life skills and to build your confidence so you can make progress in your career. Weekly timetables will include tutorial support which may comprise of full group activities or one to one sessions to discuss individual progress or support needs.

• The principles, practices and legislation for the termination and connection of conductors, cables and cords in electrical systems

• The practices and procedures for the preparation and installation of wiring systems and electrotechnical equipment in buildings, structures and the environment

• The principles of planning and selection for the installation of electrotechnical equipment and systems in buildings, structures and the environment.

• Apply the practices and procedures for planning and preparing to maintain electrotechnical systems and equipment

• Apply health and safety and environmental regulations, guidance notes and relevant codes of practice
• Apply the requirements of the current edition of the wiring regulations.

• Work reliably and effectively without close supervision

• Work effectively with colleagues, other trades, clients, suppliers and the public

• Maintain and enhance competence in own area.

Students are expected to come to College everyday with a scientific calculator, ruler, pens, pencils, coloured pencils, paper and a folder for the classroom. For the workshop there is a mandatory requirement that candidates bring and wear protective footwear at all times during workshop activities. Other protective clothing will be provided and must be worn, for example, safety goggles.

On successful completion of all elements of their study programme students can be interviewed for the Level 2 City and Guilds Electrical/Electronic Programme, or if they have improved grades they can apply for the Level 2 City and Guilds Electrotechnical Programme or apply for an Apprenticeship.

4 GCSEs at Grade 2 including English and maths

We recommend that you attend one of our exciting open events so that you can look around the department, the college and meet the tutors. You are welcome to do this before or after you apply. These events have proved very successful in ensuring students and their families see the best of what the college has to offer such as our inspirational teaching areas, teachers, library facilities and places to eat.
Once you have applied our experienced Enrolment Team will consider your application carefully and will let you know, by email, if the College would like to make you a conditional offer based on you meeting the specified entry requirements. If your predicted grades or career aims suggest that an alternative subject area or course level would be more appropriate for you at this stage, we will contact you either by telephone, email or text. If you have told us that you have some additional support needs we will contact you to find out more so that we can help you.