Electricity is essential for light, power, air-conditioning, and refrigeration. Electricians install, connect, test, and maintain electrical systems for a variety of purposes, including climate control, security, and communications. They also may install and maintain the control systems for machines in business and industry. Although most electricians specialise in construction or maintenance, a growing number do both.
If you are over 19 years and have little or no previous experience in this trade, the C&G 2330 is a technical certificate which will give you the underpinning knowledge required to develop a wide range of skills including installation, commissioning and maintenance. This qualification is also available as an evening only course - please see the appropriate leaflet for more information.
To be a qualified tradesperson you will need to complete the NVQ Level 3 in your chosen trade. If you have 5 years previous experience in the industry you may be eligible to enrol direct onto the NVQ. The NVQ is a work-oriented qualification which requires you to build a portfolio of evidence; therefore, you should be suitably employed in a related role.
If you are under 23 years and have relevant employment, you could follow the apprenticeship route - please see the appropriate leaflet for more information.
Teaching has an emphasis on 'learning by doing'. During the course you will study a range of units developing your knowledge and skills through practical and theory sessions.
Units include:
Achievement will be through the successful completion of all units including on-line exams.
Career opportunities and progression include:
As a minimum you should have a GCSE C or above in Maths and English, however, you will be invited to interview with a member of the course team and may be required to undertake an initial assessment to determine your entry level.
Tuition Fees: on enquiry.
*Full fees do not apply to all, please enquire upon application.
An equipment list will be sent out prior to the course starting. Basic equipment will include steel toe capped safety boots or shoes and overalls. This course is subject to a vocational resource fee which is payable upon enrolment. Occasionally you may be offered the opportunity to take part in an educational visit for which a contribution may be required.
For further guidance and advice contact the Careers team on 01823 366 331, or email enquiries@somerset.ac.uk