City & Guilds L1 Performing Engineering

Who is this course for? This is a course designed for students who wish to enter the electrical installations industry. The course will enable you to either, join the Electricians Course C&G 2330 at Level 2, or progress to Level 2 of the PEO course. What qualifications or experience do I need ? You should have grade D GCSE for Maths an English Selection We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated people. What will I study ? The work covered will include practical sessions where skills are developed. Numeracy and literacy will be taught as well as ICT skills. In addition, learners will take a course in Level 1 Certificate in Engineering (C&G 7582), a Level 1 Award in Sustainable Development, Functional Skills Maths Level 1 and Functional Skills Level 1. How will I be assessed ? This is an NVQ based course which means that your work will be assessed on a continual assessment basis. There will be a series of assessments during the year. These assessments will cover both academic and practical work. During your period of study you will build a portfolio of evidence which will be assessed by an external assessor. Five units within the NVQ framework are studied and all of these must be passed for a Certificate to be awarded. What qualifications could I achieve ? Level 1 PEO What can the course lead to ? Students who successfully complete this year will be able to progress to PEO Level 2 or the C&G 2365 Level 2 course. Passing the C&G 2365 Level 3 course is your final goal as this qualification together with the NVQ Level 3 is required to become an approved electrician able to work by themselves. How do I join the course ? E-mail:info@barnetsouthgate.ac.uk or call 020 8266 4000 Will I need an interview ? You will need a formal interview to assess your needs and skill level. Are there any extra costs for equipment/materials ? Course books and boots.