Electrical Installation EAL Level 3 Diploma

You will study at our state-of-the art STEAM Academy at Pencoed Campus.

  • £1,200

  • 33 weeks

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This course is intended as a Technical Level qualification and is suitable for those who are interested in progressing within electrical installation and/or are considering a career change.

This qualification builds on the Level 2 Diploma by providing more advanced knowledge and the related practical skills needed to pursue a career in this occupational area.

This qualification is made up of six core mandatory units and two optional units (from which you must select one).

The mandatory units include:

  • Electrical installation design
  • Environmental technology systems
  • Electrical science and principles
  • Electrical installation craft
  • Inspection, testing, commissioning
  • Diagnosing and correcting electrical faults.

The optional units include:

  • Overseeing and organising the work environment
  • Requirements of BS 7671

Assessment includes externally set and marked examinations, Centre marked assignments/practical tests and a final cross-unit synoptic assessment.

Electrical Installation Level 2 Diploma

The EAL Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Electrical Installation will not automatically qualify you to work as an electrician. However, it does offer a stepping stone into employment by providing you with the opportunity to progress to one of the following electrotechnical apprenticeships and/or industry-recognised qualifications at level 3:

  • EAL Level 3 Certificate in Installing, Testing and Ensuring Compliance of Electrical Installations in Dwellings
  • EAL Level 3 Award in the Initial verification and Certification of Electrical Installation
  • EAL Level 3 Award in the Periodic Inspection, Testing and Certification of Electrical Installations (QCF)
  • EAL Level 3 Award In the In-Service Inspections and Testing of Electrical Equipment (PAT)
  • EAL Qualifications in 18th Edition
  • Requirements for electrical installations BS 7671
  • EAL qualifications in Environmental Technology Systems

You may wish to progress to further study at Level 4 (higher education) in Electrical and Electronic Engineering or Building Services Engineering.

This qualification builds on the Level 2 Diploma by providing more advanced knowledge and the related practical skills needed to pursue a career in this occupational area.

This qualification is made up of six core mandatory units and two optional units (from which you must select one).

The mandatory units include:

  • Electrical installation design
  • Environmental technology systems
  • Electrical science and principles
  • Electrical installation craft
  • Inspection, testing, commissioning
  • Diagnosing and correcting electrical faults.

The optional units include:

  • Overseeing and organising the work environment
  • Requirements of BS 7671

Assessment includes externally set and marked examinations, Centre marked assignments/practical tests, and a final cross-unit synoptic assessment.

Electrical Installation Level 2 Diploma

The EAL Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Electrical Installation will not automatically qualify you to work as an electrician. However, it does offer a stepping stone into employment by providing you with the opportunity to progress to one of the following electrotechnical apprenticeships and/or industry-recognised qualifications at level 3:

  • EAL Level 3 Certificate in Installing, Testing and Ensuring Compliance of Electrical Installations in Dwellings
  • EAL Level 3 Award in the Initial verification and Certification of Electrical Installation
  • EAL Level 3 Award in the Periodic Inspection, Testing and Certification of Electrical Installations (QCF)
  • EAL Level 3 Award In the In-Service Inspections and Testing of Electrical Equipment (PAT)
  • EAL Qualifications in 18th Edition
  • Requirements for electrical installations BS 7671
  • EAL qualifications in Environmental Technology Systems

You may wish to progress to further study at Level 4 (higher education) in Electrical and Electronic Engineering or Building Services Engineering.

The STEAM Academy

Our state of the art STEAM Academy will be an exciting new building to accommodate teaching, learning and support facilities for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics.

The Academy will be a flagship for showcasing 21st century teaching and learning, bringing economic and cultural growth to the Bridgend County Borough area.

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STEAM Academy, Pencoed Campus, CF35 5LG

This campus is home to an extensive range of subject areas: Land-based, Construction, Sport and Public Services along with our STEAM Academy for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths. The campus has great facilities such as a 3G sports pitch, modern equine areas, sports hall and conditioning gym. Located on the outskirts of the village of Pencoed, this campus also offers local amenities and transport links within easy reach.

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