Course overview

Are you a natural problem solver who likes fixing things? This course offers the perfect introduction in the electrical engineering industry. By training in our on-site workshops you will gain the practical skills and knowledge needed to develop a career as an Electrician.

Our Diploma in Electrical Installation, Level 1, is a tried and tested route into working in electrical engineering and offers the perfect introduction to this exciting industry. Whether you are thinking of completing an apprenticeship, or already working as an engineer and looking to gain a qualification, our course will provide you with the practical skills, knowledge and training you need to develop a career as an Electrician.

Entry requirements

You require 4 GCSE’s at grade 2 and above including English and maths.

Course Modules

- Health and Safety
- Environmental Protection
- Installation Methods
- Practical Craft Skills
- Electrical Science
- Starting Work in Engineering

How will I be assessed?

Throughout this course you will assessed through a range of methods including; practical workshops, investigative work and theory sessions.

What can I do next

Upon successful completion of this course you can then progress onto our Diploma in Electrical Installation, Level 2. You may also have the opportunity to progress onto an Apprenticeship or employment within the electrical installation industry.

Future careers include (but are not limited to):
- Installation or Maintenance
- Electrician
- Electrical Engineer
- Technical Sales
- Armed Forces Technical Officer
- Hardware Engineer
- Programme and Software Design Engineer
- Avionics Engineer
- IT Technician
- Studio Sound Engineer
- Simulation Engineer
- Instrumentation/Control Engineer