If you are looking to train as a fully qualified electrician installing in Commercial, Industrial and domestic locations, the City & Guilds 2365 course could be for you. This is now the default qualification for the traditional route to becoming an electrician whether or not you are employed by an electrical contractor.
Please note at the end of the course you will have the status of an Electrician's Mate.
-
Course Details
The City & Guilds 2365 covers the following subjects:
- Commercial - such as supermarkets, offices, warehouses, schools, shops, restaurants, hospitals.
- Industrial - such as research/development parks, heavy manufacturing, buildings, factories.
- Domestic - such as houses, flats, bungalows, renewable, solar PV
- Agricultural - farms
- Maintenance services, local authorities
- Media - Electricians required for the day to day running operations in television, radio.
- Sporting venues - theatres, concert halls, stadium events.
-
Entry Guidelines
- You will need 4 GCSE's at Grade 3 or above. This must include Maths GCSE at grade 4 and English GCSE at grade 3 or above.
- If you have a beginner/Introductory qualification in the subject you want to study and a Maths GCSE at grade 4 and English GCSE at Grade 3 (or Functional Skill level 1) you can study at this level.
- Entry requirements for Level 2 courses in some sectors may be more specific. If you're unsure whether you meet these requirements, don't worry — we can help you find a suitable course that aligns with your skills and experience.
If English is not your first language, you may need an assessment before enrolling on this course. To discuss further, please contact the ESOL department on 0151 551 7144.
-
Where can I progress to?
Students can progress to level 3 or an NVQ (if you gain an apprenticeship).
-
Timetable
Learners will study 4 days per week which incorporates work experience and a weekly tutorial.
You will receive your individual timetable at the start of your course.
-
Equipment Required
To learn effectively on your course you will need to use certain items of equipment and undertake particular activities as part of your studies.
To further enhance your learning experience the following will be required:
- Personal Protective Equipment - £40
- Educational Visits - £35
If you need support with these costs, don't worry, click on the link below and complete a bursary application form. - https://www.wmc.ac.uk/student-support/financial-support/bursaries-loans
Equipment purchased will be yours to keep and you will be able to use them for practice at home and in your future career.
N.B. prices correct as of 23/06/2021
-
Assessment Methods
Assessment will be completed by practical and online tests.
Michael Lewis
Construction Student
I enjoy college; it’s a lovely atmosphere, and the tutors are lovely. You can come here and be yourself.
