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Electrotechnical systems and Equipment Installation (Buildings, Structures and the Environment) CG2357-13 – Diploma Year 3
Course code: FC0386
Course category: Part-time
End Qualification: Units from CG2357
Starting and ending month: September to June
Days of the week: Tuesday
Course duration: 36 weeks
Time of day: Evening
Course location: City College Brighton and Hove, Pelham Street
Course aims:
Through completing this year long electrical course you’ll gain the extra units you need to convert your 2330-01 level 2 qualification into a level 3 qualification. This course will consist of theory units and after this year, you’ll only need the practical units to become a fully qualified electrician. During the year you’ll increase your knowledge of electrical science, regulations, inspection and testing.
By the end of the year you’ll be working at professional standard and have a good understanding of inspection, testing, electrical science and health and safety. The course is split into half theory and half practical.
Course content:
- Unit 302 – Understanding environmental legislation, working practices and the principles of environmental technology systems
- Unit 303 – Understanding the practices and procedures for overseeing and organising the work environment (Electrical installation)
- Unit 307 – Understanding principles, practices and legislation for the inspection, testing, commissioning and certification of electrotechnical systems and equipment in buildings, structures and the environment
- Unit 308 – Understanding the principles, practices and legislation for diagnosing and correcting electrical faults in electrotechnical systems and equipment in buildings, structures and the environment
- Unit 309 – Understanding the electrical principles associated with the design, building, installation and maintenance of electrical equipment and systems
Facilities for students:
This course is based at the Main Campus for City College in the heart of Brighton.
The Electrical Department is in a purpose-built unit, with modern, well-equipped workshop facilities and classrooms with computers.
There is an excellent cafeteria service in the Tower Block and central Brighton with many cafes etc is on our doorstep.
Tutors:
The Electrical Department consists of a small, committed and experienced team of lecturers and assessors.
All our staff are qualified and experienced electricians. We have a mixture of full-time and part-time staff.
Assessment: The assessments for this course are a mixture of exams and practical assessment.
Awarding Body: C&G
Entry Requirements:
Successful completion of the 2330-01 L2 Technical Certificate in Electrotechnical Technology
If you are applying from another college, you will need to bring proof that you have completed the 2330-01 qualification.
Interview for entry: Interview required
Progression and links:
Completion of this year will help you to obtain work in the Electrical Industry.
The progression from this course is to do the practical units which will give you the full level 3 Diploma.
On completion of this course there are a number of other short courses which may be useful – eg Inspection and Testing (2391-10), the Design course (2391-20), 17th Edition Regulations (2382) and Portable Appliance Testing (2377).
Work experience opportunities:
N/A but any student who is working in the electrical industry or who can organise their own work experience will benefit from it.
In addition, if you want to complete the full diploma, there are 8 practical units
which can only be completed if you have electrical work experience. These units are paid for separately and can be done concurrently with your theory units or afterwards.
Academic Centre:
CELC - Electrical
Costs of your Course:
There are five parts to the cost of your course:
- Tuition Fees
- College registration
- Awarding Body registration
- Resource Fee
- Exam / Assessment Fees
Tuition fees
How much will the Tuition Fees cost?
Below are the fees for this course.
Home/EU students tuition fees (per year): £,250
Financial assistance information.
How to apply for part-time courses.
Further information: Students must provide their own steel-toe-capped boots. You will not be allowed in the workshop without them. It is also expected that students will buy a copy of the On-Site Guide (approx £20) and a textbook (approx £20).
Disclaimer:
Although the information given is believed to be correct at the time of publication, it does not form any part of a
contract between City College Brighton and Hove and the student. Courses may be subject to change.
Timetables are subject to change and you should check with your tutor prior to enrolment for the details of your timetable.
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