BTEC Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Construction with Electrical Installation

Who is it for?

With its emphasis on electrical installation, this course would suit anyone already in the construction industry who would like to venture into this specialised field, or formalise the experience they've already gained working in this area. Of course, previous experience is not mandatory, and anyone with an interest in entering the construction industry may apply.

Where can it lead?

With over 2 million people employed in more than 700 different roles, there will always be a demand for qualified tradespeople in construction. As well as housing and business needs, special events such as the London Olympic Games will ensure an ongoing source of building projects. While this qualification is primarily designed for entry into the electrical installation field, the construction overview it offers can also lead to a role in another trade, from architectural technician, bricklayer or construction manager to quarry worker, stonemason or window fitter.

Salary?

While the salary for a qualified electrician averages between £20,000 and £30,000, years of experience can see that rising sharply. A senior, highly experienced electrician can expect to earn over £50,000, often as a result of running their own business.

Can I apply?

For this course, you need to be over 16 years of age and educated to a minimum of GCSE standard D-G, or hold an NVQ at level 1 or a GNVQ Foundation Certificate.

Course Code

W25

Period of study

18 months

What will I study?  

Health, Safety and Welfare

• Examine the employer’s and employee’s responsibilities for health, safety and welfare in the workplace.
• Learn how to reduce risks in the workplace.

Construction Technology and Design

• Explore the various stages of the design and planning processes, and examine factors that can affect these processes.
• Study both traditional and modern methods of construction.
• Investigate how water, drainage, gas and electricity are provided to buildings.

Electrical Installation (1)

• Explore and evaluate a range of wiring techniques.
• Discover the requirements for earthing electrical installations.
• Examine the different types of final circuit, as well as their applications.
• Investigate the regulations and legislation that relate to the provision of electricity in buildings.
• Consider the application of standards and legislation to special installations.

Electrical Installation (2)

• Discover a range of electrical design principles.
• Examine the IEE Wiring Regulations.
• Learn how standards and legislation apply to external installations.
• Explore how standards and legislation apply to the inspection and testing of electrical installations.

Electrical Principles

• Explore the various components used in electronic circuits and learn their characteristics.
• Examine the differences between analogue and digital signals, and consider how these differences relate to control principles.
• Learn how both transformers and rotating machines are constructed, and discover their operational characteristics.
• Explore circuit theorems, as well as single-phase and three-phase circuits.
  

Assessment

You will complete two formative assessments, and five compulsory assessments. These can be completed online (the fastest option) or posted to ICS. Scenario-based assignments test that you can apply the knowledge you have learnt from the course to imaginary scenarios. Each assignment requires you to complete a number of questions or activities.

• Formative Assessment 1: 12 multiple choice questions
• Assessment 1: a scenario-based assignment
• Formative Assessment 2: 10 multiple choice questions
• Assessment 2: a scenario-based assignment
• Assessment 3: a scenario-based assignment
• Assessment 4: a scenario-based assignment
• Assessment 5: a scenario-based assignment

Technical requirements/Fees

Edexcel registration fee of £81.60 is additional to course fees.