Intermediate Level Apprenticeship (ILA) in Improving Operation Performance (Electro-technical bias)

The course is aimed at people who have an aptitude for practically based subjects and/or are practically orientated, who wish to pursue a course in electrical installation.

Practical work you will learn:
- Lighting circuits
- Ring final circuits
- Metalwork fabrication for electrical enclosures
- Installation of different cable types
- Testing/inspecting methods

Theoretical work you will cover:
- 17th Edition regulations
- Electrical principles
- Test/inspect forms
- Metal tensile strengths

End Qualification:

- NVQ Diploma Level 2 in Performing Engineering Operations (electrical bias)
- Diploma in Industrial Enviornmental Awareness (electrical bias)
- Key skills in English, maths and IT at level 2
- Employment Rights and Responsibilities
- Personal learning and thinking skills

Entry Requirements:

Interview required

You will be assessed for your potential to achieve the apprenticeship. The assessment will depend upon the level and range of activities you will be undertaking in the workplace.

You may need to undergo an initial assessment of your English and maths skills in which you are required to be working at or towards level 2.

It is recommended that apprentices have previously obtained GCSE grade C or above in English and maths.

At the start of your apprenticeship programme you will need to be employed by a suitable and appropriate employer for at least 16 hours a week. You also will need to have been a resident in the EU for at least 3 years.

Commitment and motivation are necessary to complete the course.

Assessment:

Methods of assessment include on-line testing, practical and written examinations and portfolio-based project work.

Progression from this course:

Following successful completion of the course, an apprentice will have the skills and the qualifications to proceed to the advanced apprenticeship in electrotechnical installation to gain registration as a qualified electrician.

Locations:

King's Lynn Campus - PE30 2QW

Duration:

1 Year

Start times:

September 2013

How to Apply:

Please apply online using the apprenticeship application form

Course Costs:

There are currently no fees payable by young people on Apprenticeship programmes. Fees may be payable by the employer where the candidate is 19 or older. Details available on request.

Apprentices are expected to purchase a copy of the Electrical Regulations (17th edition), On-site Guide (17th edition) and Performing Engineering Operations course books.

Additional Information:

Call the apprenticeships team on 01553 815280 or e-mail apprenticeships@col-westanglia.ac.uk