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Design and Installation of Domestic and Small Electric Vehicle Charging Installations - Level 3

Summary

With plans to phase out new petrol and diesel cars in the UK by 2030, the demand for EV charging points is bound to soar in the next few years so now’s the time to upskill and add this competency to your portfolio. Suitable for qualified electricians, this installation training course equips you with the skills and knowledge to fit charging points in domestic and small commercial settings.

From a technical perspective, he qualification covers additional methods of protecting against open PEN conductor faults and how to assess if an installation has an issue with diverted neutral current. It also covers smart functions in EVSE and relevant items within the installation as a whole. Integration into prosumer’s electrical installations including the option of electric vehicles reverse feeding into the installation and/or supply grid.

Certificates issued on successful completion of the course are normally valid for 5 years before needing to be renewed.

          

Next course dates

Start date Location Duration
16 Sep 2024
Bispham Campus
2 Days
11 Nov 2024
Bispham Campus
2 Days
24 Feb 2025
Bispham Campus
2 Days
19 May 2025
Bispham Campus
2 Days

Where can this subject lead?

Career progression

Once awarded, this qualification allows individuals to competently install and sign off EV charging points in domestic and small commercial settings.

Key information

Entry Requirements

This course is intended for practicing electricians as part of the assessment for this qualification, learners must hold one of the following:

  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment (Buildings, Structures and the Environment)
  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrotechnical Services (Electrical Maintenance)
  • Level 3 Electrotechnical qualification
  • Level 3 NVQ in Electrotechnical Services Experienced Worker
  • Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification

Other Awarding Organisations equivalences will also be acceptable.

Equivalent historical qualifications such as ECS Gold Card, JIB Electrician or Approved Electrician Card.

Qualification obtained

Award in the Design and Installation of Domestic and Small Commercial Electric Vehicle Charging Installations

Fees and funding

This is a commercial course and the fees, which are stated above, need to be paid at the time of booking.

Extra costs and equipment

Students will need to provide their own stationery. All other items will be provided by B&FC.

Regulation and Accreditation

Accrediting Institution: N/A

Awarding Body: City & Guilds

Terms and conditions

Read our full terms and conditions for more information.

What will I learn?

Industry placement, field trips and guest speakers

Work placements and field trips are not an integral part of this course.

How will I learn?

At Blackpool and The Fylde College we recognise that all students learn differently and our tutors work with you to ensure that their teaching methods support the way that you like to learn.

Your tutors ensure that demonstrations are used whenever possible so you can see the practical skill being used so you can then practise the skill. Following demonstrations, you will then have hands on practical time where you will be implementing the skill learned.

Expert tutors

All staff involved in the delivery of commercial courses within the College are approved to teach the subjects and modules they deliver.

The approval process ensures that staff delivering a given programme are appropriately qualified and, where appropriate, possess relevant technical and industrial experience and professional practice.

How will I be assessed?

How will I be assessed?

The course is assessed by a combination of practical and theory examinations.

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