Electrical Installation / Maintenance Electrician L3 Apprenticeship

Apprenticeships

Level 3 Electrical Installation & Maintenance Apprenticeship

What is Electrical Installation & Maintenance?

An Electrical Installation & Maintainance Apprenticeship is made for individuals aspiring to become skilled Electricians.

This Apprenticeship equips you with the essential knowledge and hands-on experience needed to excel in the electrical industry.

Throughout the Apprenticeship, participants learn about electrical systems, wiring, circuits, and safety protocols, gaining proficiency in installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical components.

By the end of the Apprenticeship, individuals are well-prepared to embark on a successful career.

The primary duties we cover on this apprenticeship...

Electricians install, maintain and repair electrical systems in industrial, commercial and domestic environments. Electricians might work in both indoor and outdoor settings. Electrical equipment and systems may include switchboards, motors, cables, fuses, thermal relays, fault current protection switches, heating, lighting, air conditioning and metering equipment as well as crime and fire alarm systems and renewable energy technologies. They are able to work on their own proficiently and work without immediate supervision in the most efficient and economical manner.

They may contribute to the design of electrical systems. They are able to set out jobs from drawings and specifications and requisition the necessary installation materials.

Electrical safety is an important area of Electricians’ work. On completion of their work the electrical systems must be safe to use. They must adhere to safe working practices without endangering themselves or others.

Installation Electricians work on the installation, testing, commissioning and maintenance of low voltage (less than 1000v) electrical and electronic devices and appliances.

Maintenance Electricians work on the maintenance of electrical and electronic installations including automated production systems. Duties include the supervision of the equipment, its maintenance and necessary repairs.

Apprentices will benefit from:

Earn a wage, whilst studying a fantastic course

Gaining experience in a fast-paced & competitive industry

No learning costs for the Apprentice

Facilities

Macclesfield College offers outstanding Electrical Installation facilities for apprentices attending the college on day release from work.

These facilities include dedicated apprenticeship workrooms equipped with state-of-the-art electrical equipment and tools, providing apprentices with hands-on experience and practical training.

The college fosters a friendly atmosphere, creating a supportive learning environment where apprentices can develop their electrical skills with confidence.

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Entry requirements

Individual employers will identify any relevant entry requirements in terms of previous qualifications, trainability tests, or other criteria. Most candidates will have English and mathematics at level 2 on entry.

Knowledge, Skills & Behaviours

Knowledge and Skills

Electricians will use engineering knowledge and understanding to apply their technical and practical skills. They will contribute to the design, development, manufacture, construction, commissioning, operation or maintenance of products, equipment, processes, systems or services. Electricians must:

Understand and apply the principles, practices and legislation 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 legislation for the inspection, testing, commissioning and certification of electrotechnical systems and equipment in buildings, structures and the environment
Understand and apply the principles, practices and legislation for diagnosing and correcting electrical faults in electrotechnical systems and equipment in buildings, structures and the environment
Understand and apply the electrical principles associated with the design, building, installation and maintenance of electrical equipment and systems
Oversee and organise the work environment.

In addition,

Installation Electricians must:

Understand and apply the principles of planning and selection for the installation of electrotechnical equipment and systems in buildings, structures and the environment.

Maintenance Electricians must:

Understand and apply the practices and procedures for planning and preparing to maintain electrotechnical systems and equipment.

In all of these activities, Electricians must understand and apply health and safety and environmental regulations, guidance notes and relevant codes of practice; and the requirements of the current edition of the Wiring Regulations.

Behaviours

Electricians will be expected to:

Work reliably and effectively without close supervision
Accept responsibility for the work of themselves and others
Accept allocate and supervise technical and other tasks
Use oral, written and electronic methods for the communication of technical and other information
Work effectively with colleagues, other trades, clients, suppliers and the public
Undertake work in a way that contributes to sustainable development
Maintain and enhance competence in own area
Exercise responsibilities in an ethical manner.

Qualifications

Candidates will be required to achieve the Level 3 Electrotechnical Qualification, (Installation) or (Maintenance).

Apprentices without level 2 English and mathematics will need to achieve this level prior to completion of their apprenticeship.

Link to professional registration

By the end of the apprenticeship the candidate will have satisfied the requirements for registration as Eng Tech by the Engineering Council.