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Electrical Vehicle Charging

Course Code: ELECVC
  • Level: 2, 3
  • Qualification: Certificate
  • Awarding body: City & Guilds (C&G)
  • Duration: Two days
  • Course type: Short course
  • Time of day: Daytime
  • When you'll study: Various days, 9.00am - 5.00pm

What's it all about?

This qualification aims to provide expert guidance to those wishing to gain knowledge and understanding of electric vehicle charging equipment installation.

It will allow you to learn, develop and practice the skills required for employment and/or career progression in the electro technology sector.

Course information

The course covers the following subjects:

  • an understanding of the key requirements of electric vehicle charging equipment
  • design, preparation and assessing suitability of earthing and supply types
  • financial incentives and how they are applied
  • recognising the types, modes and requirements for electric vehicle charging
  • inspection and testing of electric vehicle charging installations
  • certification, commissioning and notification of electric vehicle charging equipment.

This course is intended for practicing electricians.

Due to the safety implications of working with electricity and the guided learning hours associated with this qualification, applicants should have a level 3 qualification demonstrating competency associated with working in the electrical installation industry.

You will be assessed via a multiple-choice online exam.

On successful completion you may wish to progress to another electrical course at the College, such as Photovoltaic SystemsBattery Storage or 2391.

Please note fees are quoted for one year only.

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