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COMING SOON: Electrotechnical Technology: C&G Level 1 Full Time

Course under development - applications opening after Easter 2024

Course Summary

This course covers the basic theory and practical skills involved in Building Services Engineering with a focus on electrical installation procedures and practices.

A minimum of two GCSEs in Maths and English at Grade 3 or above, and a school report demonstrating good attendance, punctuality, attitude and behaviour.

On successful completion of this course, learners may wish to progress on to the following electrotechnical qualifications [subject to completion of appropriate Functional Skills]:

~ Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installation [Buildings and Structures].

~ Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment [Buildings, Structures and the Environment] work based apprenticeship programme.

Potential career routes in the Electrical industry:

  • Appliance servicing
  • Building suppliers
  • Commercial installations
  • Control systems engineer
  • Data / telecommunications engineer
  • Domestic electrical installations
  • Electrician or electrical fitter
  • Energy efficiency
  • Lift engineer
  • Lighting technician
  • Maintenance electrician (aircraft / motor vehicle)
  • Security systems
  • Solar energy
  • Start your own business
  • Work for a small or large construction business

Fees for 2019/20: £3,115

Please note:

  • Fees are for 2019/20 and relate to home and EU students
  • Students aged 16 to 18, or those aged 16 to 24 who have a valid EHCP, and are studying Further Education courses are not normally charged for course fees
  • For more information about financial support, please click here.

Who is the course suitable for?

This course has been designed to provide an entry point for those wishing to start a career in the Building Services Engineering sector in electrotechnical technology or gain a Level 1 qualification in Electrical Installation. Learners will need to have an interest in general Building Services Engineering procedures and processes, with a keen enthusiasm towards learning basic electrotechnical theory and practice.

This qualification does not demonstrate competence to be a qualified electrician but will support the learner’s progression to further study.

What will I learn?

The qualification covers the key aspects of working within the Building Services industry to include a range of practical tasks and the underpinning knowledge for electrical installation work.

Units:

~ Structure of the construction industry

~ Fundamental safe working practices

~ Environmental and sustainability measures in domestic dwellings

~ Site preparation for working in the construction industry

~ Electrical installation wiring and terminations

~ Fabrication techniques for electrical installation

~ Electrical science and technology

Learners will have the opportunity to acquire Level 2 Functional Skills or G.C.S.E.s in Maths and/or English. These will be required for progression to higher academic qualifications.

The use of Information Technology will be promoted throughout the study programme along with the skills required for employability and personal development.

How is my course assessed?

Your work will be assessed by written and practical assignments at intervals throughout the course.

Required materials:

Learners will be expected to provide essential stationery items such as pens, pencils, ruler, calculator, A4 note pad and folder.

To meet the requirements for health & safety in our workshop, steel toe-capped boots will be a necessity. Tools and materials for practical tasks will be provided by NESCOT.

Learners will be encouraged and expected to undertake tasks to support their learning outside of their course. Access to a PC and internet would be an advantage however these resources are available in the Learning Resource Centre at the college.

Learners will be expected to provide essential stationery items such as pens, pencils, ruler, calculator, A4 note pad and folder.

To meet the requirements for health & safety in our workshop, steel toe-capped boots will be a necessity. Tools and materials for practical tasks will be provided by NESCOT.

Learners will be encouraged and expected to undertake tasks to support their learning outside of their course. Access to a PC and internet would be an advantage however these resources are available in the Learning Resource Centre at the college.



Disclaimer:

This Nescot College website describes the facilities and courses which the College intends to offer during the academic year commencing Autumn 2019. The web pages are prepared in advance of the academic year to which they relate and every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in these pages is helpful, fair and accurate at the time of printing. However, this information is subject to change over time.

Nescot will take reasonable steps to provide the courses and services as described, however, the College cannot guarantee the provision of any course or facility. Some circumstances, such as staff changes, resource limitations and other factors over which the College has no control, such as industrial action or a change in the law or the level of demand for a particular programme or module (please note that this list is non-exhaustive), may result in the College having to withdraw or change aspects of the programmes, modules and/or student services detailed on the website. This could include, but not necessarily be limited to, programme/module content, staffing, the location where the programme/module is taught or the manner of teaching delivery, and the facilities provided to deliver or support the programme. Where circumstances demand an unavoidable change or where it is necessary for the College to discontinue a programme of study, Nescot will take all reasonable steps to minimise the effect and all proposed changes will be notified to potential applicants who have registered an interest in the relevant programme at the earliest possible opportunity as well as being reflected on the College’s website. In addition, any changes between the website and the proposed course and services will be notified to applicants at the time of making an offer.

All prices quoted may be subject to change and you will be notified of any such change when any offer of a place is made to you by Nescot.

Should you become a student of the College, this notice shall be a term of any contract between you and Nescot. Any offer of a place at the College shall be subject to the student enrolment conditions and the College’s rules and regulations as amended from time to time. A copy of the Nescot’s current terms and conditions can be obtained in writing from Nescot, Quality Office, Reigate Road, Ewell, Epsom, Surrey, KT17 3DS.

Last updated - 26/06/19

Overview

  • Course Code:

    N2234

  • Study type:

    Full Time

  • Awarded by:

    QCF

  • Course length:

    1 year.

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  • Course Code:

    N2234

  • Study type:

    Full Time

  • Awarded by:

    QCF

  • Course length:

    1 year.

A minimum of two GCSEs in Maths and English at Grade 3 or above, and a school report demonstrating good attendance, punctuality, attitude and behaviour.

On successful completion of this course, learners may wish to progress on to the following electrotechnical qualifications [subject to completion of appropriate Functional Skills]:

~ Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installation [Buildings and Structures].

~ Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment [Buildings, Structures and the Environment] work based apprenticeship programme.

Potential career routes in the Electrical industry:

  • Appliance servicing
  • Building suppliers
  • Commercial installations
  • Control systems engineer
  • Data / telecommunications engineer
  • Domestic electrical installations
  • Electrician or electrical fitter
  • Energy efficiency
  • Lift engineer
  • Lighting technician
  • Maintenance electrician (aircraft / motor vehicle)
  • Security systems
  • Solar energy
  • Start your own business
  • Work for a small or large construction business

Fees for 2019/20: £3,115

Please note:

  • Fees are for 2019/20 and relate to home and EU students
  • Students aged 16 to 18, or those aged 16 to 24 who have a valid EHCP, and are studying Further Education courses are not normally charged for course fees
  • For more information about financial support, please click here.

Who is the course suitable for?

This course has been designed to provide an entry point for those wishing to start a career in the Building Services Engineering sector in electrotechnical technology or gain a Level 1 qualification in Electrical Installation. Learners will need to have an interest in general Building Services Engineering procedures and processes, with a keen enthusiasm towards learning basic electrotechnical theory and practice.

This qualification does not demonstrate competence to be a qualified electrician but will support the learner’s progression to further study.

What will I learn?

The qualification covers the key aspects of working within the Building Services industry to include a range of practical tasks and the underpinning knowledge for electrical installation work.

Units:

~ Structure of the construction industry

~ Fundamental safe working practices

~ Environmental and sustainability measures in domestic dwellings

~ Site preparation for working in the construction industry

~ Electrical installation wiring and terminations

~ Fabrication techniques for electrical installation

~ Electrical science and technology

Learners will have the opportunity to acquire Level 2 Functional Skills or G.C.S.E.s in Maths and/or English. These will be required for progression to higher academic qualifications.

The use of Information Technology will be promoted throughout the study programme along with the skills required for employability and personal development.

How is my course assessed?

Your work will be assessed by written and practical assignments at intervals throughout the course.

Required materials:

Learners will be expected to provide essential stationery items such as pens, pencils, ruler, calculator, A4 note pad and folder.

To meet the requirements for health & safety in our workshop, steel toe-capped boots will be a necessity. Tools and materials for practical tasks will be provided by NESCOT.

Learners will be encouraged and expected to undertake tasks to support their learning outside of their course. Access to a PC and internet would be an advantage however these resources are available in the Learning Resource Centre at the college.

Learners will be expected to provide essential stationery items such as pens, pencils, ruler, calculator, A4 note pad and folder.

To meet the requirements for health & safety in our workshop, steel toe-capped boots will be a necessity. Tools and materials for practical tasks will be provided by NESCOT.

Learners will be encouraged and expected to undertake tasks to support their learning outside of their course. Access to a PC and internet would be an advantage however these resources are available in the Learning Resource Centre at the college.



Disclaimer:

This Nescot College website describes the facilities and courses which the College intends to offer during the academic year commencing Autumn 2019. The web pages are prepared in advance of the academic year to which they relate and every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in these pages is helpful, fair and accurate at the time of printing. However, this information is subject to change over time.

Nescot will take reasonable steps to provide the courses and services as described, however, the College cannot guarantee the provision of any course or facility. Some circumstances, such as staff changes, resource limitations and other factors over which the College has no control, such as industrial action or a change in the law or the level of demand for a particular programme or module (please note that this list is non-exhaustive), may result in the College having to withdraw or change aspects of the programmes, modules and/or student services detailed on the website. This could include, but not necessarily be limited to, programme/module content, staffing, the location where the programme/module is taught or the manner of teaching delivery, and the facilities provided to deliver or support the programme. Where circumstances demand an unavoidable change or where it is necessary for the College to discontinue a programme of study, Nescot will take all reasonable steps to minimise the effect and all proposed changes will be notified to potential applicants who have registered an interest in the relevant programme at the earliest possible opportunity as well as being reflected on the College’s website. In addition, any changes between the website and the proposed course and services will be notified to applicants at the time of making an offer.

All prices quoted may be subject to change and you will be notified of any such change when any offer of a place is made to you by Nescot.

Should you become a student of the College, this notice shall be a term of any contract between you and Nescot. Any offer of a place at the College shall be subject to the student enrolment conditions and the College’s rules and regulations as amended from time to time. A copy of the Nescot’s current terms and conditions can be obtained in writing from Nescot, Quality Office, Reigate Road, Ewell, Epsom, Surrey, KT17 3DS.

Last updated - 26/06/19

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