If you are looking to train as a fully qualified electrician installing in commercial, industrial and domestic locations, this City & Guilds 8202-30 course could be for you. This is now the default qualification for the traditional route to becoming an electrician.
Please note on completion of the course you will hold the status of Electrician's Mate.
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Course Details
The course covers the following subjects:-- Commercial - such as supermarkets, offices, warehouses, schools, shops, restaurants and hospitals.
- Industrial - such as research/development parks, heavy manufacturing, buildings and factories.
- Domestic - such as houses, flats, bungalows, renewable and solar PV.
- Agricultural - farms.
- Maintenance services and local authorities.
- Media - Electricians required for the day to day running operations in television and radio.
- Sporting venues - theatres, concert halls and stadium events.
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Entry Guidelines
- Level 3 courses are usually 2 years in length.
- If you have a level 2 qualification in the subject you want to study and a maths GCSE at Grade 4 (or functional skill level 2) you can study at this level.
- Entry requirements for Level 3 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.?
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Where can I progress to?
Employment or advanced apprenticeship at level 3.
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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
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Assessment Methods
Assessment will be through practical and online tests.
