Electricians install, connect, test and maintain electrical systems for a variety of purposes, including climate control, security and communications. Although most electricians specialise in construction or maintenance, a growing number do both. Timetabled sessions will take place over two and half days per week for the academic year.
The City & Guilds is a technical certificate which will give you the underpinning knowledge required to develop a wide range of skills including installation, commissioning and maintenance.
To be a qualified tradesperson you will need to complete the NVQ Level 3 in your chosen trade. 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 page 95.
The units include:
• Working effectively and safely
• Principles of electrotechnology
• Application of health and safety and electrical principles
• Installation (buildings and structures)
Teaching has an emphasis on ‘learning by doing’. Achievement will be through the successful completion of all units.
If you are under 19 years old you will also work towards Functional Skills.
• Apprenticeship
• Electrician (employed or self employed)
• Team Leader/Supervisor
You will need GCSE grade C or above in Maths and English. You will be invited to an interview with a member of the course team and you will be required to undertake an initial assessment to determine your entry level.
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