Level 3 ELECTROTECHNICAL (INSTALLATION ELECTRICIAN/MAINTENANCE ELECTRICIAN)

Entry requirements

GCSEs at grade C/4 or above in maths and a D/3 in English or equivalent.
Those who have not achieved the required minimum grade in English will need to have completed this prior to taking their End Point Assessment.

Assessment methods

End Point Assessment
Online exams
Written assessments
On-site assessments
Practical assessments
AM2s test

Progression

Those who successfully complete this apprenticeship can go straight into employment in the electrical industry as either an installation or maintenance technician. There is also the option to progress in education by studying a relevant degree-level course at university.

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Working in the electrical industry requires a wide range of skills and comes with a high level of responsibility. Electricians can work in residential, commercial and industrial environments to install, maintain and fix a number of electrical equipment, including complex wiring and machinery. Electricians must work as part of a team, but all are personally responsible for maintaining their own safety and the safety of others by providing a quality and reliable service. With the rise in renewable energy, electricians are carrying out more varied work than ever before, including working with wind turbines, ‘smart’ heating systems and solar panels. Therefore, it’s important for electricians to stay up-to-date with the latest techniques and qualifications.

Workplace behaviours development

Work reliably and effectively without close supervision
Use oral, written and electronic communication methods
Work effectively with colleagues, other trades, clients, suppliers and the public
Maintain and enhance competence

Skills and knowledge development

Understand and apply the principles, practices and legislations for the termination and connection of conductors, cables and cords in electrical systems

Understand and apply the practices and procedures for the preparation and installation of wiring systems and electrotechnical equipment in buildings, structures and the environment
Understand and apply the principles, practices and legislations for the inspection, testing, commissioning and certification of electrotechnical systems and equipment in buildings
Understand and apply the principles, practices and legislations for diagnosing technical faults
Understand and apply the electrical principles associated with the design, building, installation and maintenance of electrical equipment and systems

Chesterfield College’s Level 3 Electrotechnical apprenticeship standard has been designed with the needs of employers in mind, ensuring that the practical skills and health and safety awareness knowledge that electricians need are embedded within a comprehensive training and development plan.

Off-the-job training

The apprentice needs to provide evidence of the learning they are receiving from the employer which is called Off the Job Learning. This needs to be a minimum of 6 hours per week. The training can include; onsite training they receive from a mentor, standard induction training and general day-to-day learning of new tasks. Off-the-job training can form part of regular weekly sessions or combined for larger blocks of time, depending on the approach which works best for the employer. The Learning Unlimited team can help advise on appropriate off-the-job training if required.

Month 1-12

Health and Safety
Scientific Principles and Technologies
Online exams
Practical assessment
On-site assessment

Month 12-24

Termination and connection conductors
Online exam
Written assessment
On-site assessment

Month 24-36

Inspecting, testing and commissioning
Fault diagnosis and rectification
Organise the work environment
IET wiring regulations
Online exam
Practical assessment
On-site assessment

Month 36-48

Completion of on-site assessments and workplace logbook

Months 48 – 54

End point assessment

Delivery plan and apprentice progression

Throughout the apprenticeship, the apprentice is assessed to ensure that they are progressing at the right pace and developing the skills and knowledge expected.

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LEVEL 3 ELECTROTECHNICAL