WVR School Leavers' Prospectus 2021-2022

Level 1 Electrical Installation
A one-year course designed to teach you the basic practical
elements and theoretical elements of Electrical Installation. Modules
include: fundamental safe working practices, site preparation, and
electrical installation wiring and termination.
Level 2 Electrical Installation
A one-year course furthering your theoretical and practical
knowledge. You will cover working safely and effectively, principles
of electro-technology, electrical principles and installation. As well
as developing practical skills you will be introduced to scientific and
mathematical concepts.
Level 3 Electrical Installation
A one- year course covering a range of high-level modules
including principles of electrical science, fault diagnosis and
rectification, inspection, testing and commissioning and electrical
systems design.
Level 3 Construction & The Built
Environment - New for 2021
A two-year course which is ideal for you if you would like to
pursue a career in construction management.
Irrespective of your GCSE results, most students will start
at level 1 and learn basic skills before progressing through
the levels.
Careers not Courses
Alarm Fitting &
Security Systems
Engineer
Electrical Engineer
Electrician
Technician
Test Engineer
The skills and knowledge that will be
developed on this course put you in a great
position to begin a career in this thriving
industry. There is a demand for newly
trained electricians and an abundance of job
opportunities available.
As you progress through your career, you
could move into design engineering, project
management, consultancy work or training. You
could even start up your own business and be
your own boss!
Did you know?
• Electricians have earned the most out of all the
construction trades for the past 5 years running
• The electrical industry is currently experiencing
a skills shortage, which means more
employment opportunities for newly qualified
electricians
• The industry is becoming more ‘green’- solar
panels, electric cars and energy saving bulbs
are installed and maintained by electricians,
and they have to constantly keep up with
emerging technology.
VOCATIONAL COURSES - ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
Progression opportunities
After successfully completing your course, you will have
the necessary skills to progress into employment within
the industry. Alternatively, you may wish to progress onto
further study and undertake our HNC or HND in Electrical
& Electronic Engineering.
Sources: tradeskills4u.co.uk & in2electrical.co.uk
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