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Electrical Installation Level 2 Full-time (FELI) COURSE NOW FULL - Waiting LIst

Barnsley College

Church Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S70 2AX

Not Set
Level 2
Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies

Available start dates

Available start dates

Tuesday, 02 September 2025
Stem Centre
1 Year(s)
Full time

Course Summary

NOTE: are no longer offering places on this course. If you apply to this course after 13.12.24 you will be invited for an interview but added to a waiting list. We strongly advise you to choose an alternative course.

Electricians fit and repair electrical circuits and wiring in people’s homes and businesses. They also install and maintain electrical equipment, instruments and machinery. If you are good with practical work, can follow technical plans and want a varied job, this could be a great career for you. You’ll also need to be well organised and understand the importance of safety regulations. To qualify as an electrician you will need to complete industry-recognised training and qualifications.

Course Details

This qualification allows you to acquire knowledge and craft skills of electrical installation. It does not require occupational evidence from the workplace, so is suitable for you if you don’t currently work within the electrical industry but want to. It will give you an opportunity to practice and be assessed in a secure environment on the installation of wiring systems together with the relevant theory of electrical installation.

Course themes:

Electrical installation theory and technology

Electrical installation methods

Procedures and requirements

Electrical installation craft skills

Electrical science and principles

Within the qualification you will have the opportunity to utilise the IET On-Site Guide and also be introduced to how regulations (including BS 7671) affect electrical installation. The qualification covers standard circuits as described in the On-Site Guide

You can view more specifications from the awarding body by clicking on the link below:

How will it be delivered and assessed?

The assessment involves practical assessments and assignments.

Entry requirements

Preferably four GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English and Maths, or a level 1 in Engineering or Electrical Installation.

Students should be aged 16-18 years old. For those that are age 19 or above they will need to consider the part time course when available.

If you do not meet these entry requirements then the Multi-Trades course may be more suitable for you.

Equipment required

You will need suitable overalls and protective footwear which can be purchased through the College on enrolment. You will also need pen, paper and a folder to organise your work.

Your next steps...

Progression into Apprenticeships in:

Electrical Engineering

EAL Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electro-technical Systems and Equipment

EAL Level 3 NVQ Diploma Electro-technical Services

EAL Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Procedures for the Installation of Electrical Systems and Equipment for Engineering Construction Plant

or progression onto Level 3 diploma in Electrical Installation

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