Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment Installation

L3 Level 3
Part Time
17 January 2025 — 17 January 2025
City Centre Campus, Cardiff
This course is available at other locations or at different start dates/levels.

About this course

This award gives the learner an understanding of the application of the IET Code of Practice for Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment Installation. It provides a facility for individuals working in the electrotechnical sector to develop their understanding of the installation of electric vehicle (EV) .

What you will study

The assessment of the qualification involves the following aspects:

  • Theory - EVSE Code of Practice and Basic Design                 
  • Inspection and Testing                                                   

Online multiple choice exam - open book and candidates may use a non-programmable calculator
Pre-Course learning is essential. You must be familar with maximum demand, cable calculations and BS7671, On-Site Guide and Guidance Note 3.

Course fee per year

Exam Fee: £90.00

Course Fee: £337.29

Part-time enrolment fee: £10.00

Entry requirements

Applicants must be conversant and have completed before applying for this course the latest version of the wiring regulations BS7671 Amendment 2022, and a L3 inspection and testing qualification.

To take this qualification applicants must be competent electricians and hold one of the following college and work-based qualifications.

Level 3 NVQ Electrical Qualification and AM2 (Trade) Certificate.

Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification and AM2 (Trade) Certificate.

Or

A current ECS Gold Card, as a JIB Electrician, or Approved Electrician.

Or A current competent person scheme (NAPIT or NICIEC) member and L3 Inspection and Testing.

Stand-alone college only based L2 & L3 technical certificates/Vocationally Related Qualifications (VRQ) are NOT acceptable.

Important points

  • The College welcomes contact with parents/guardians of students who are under 18.
  • Additional support is available for students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
  • Cardiff and Vale College is committed to inclusion and values diversity. We are determined to promote equality of opportunity and to treat everyone fairly and with respect.
  • Cardiff and Vale College reserves the right to make changes to this course without prior notice.
  • Course fees are subject to change. Your fee will be confirmed prior to enrolment.
  • All courses are accurate at the time of upload or print.
  • Courses can only run if there are sufficient numbers.
  • Please note, if you choose three or more course choices, then you may be referred for a careers appointment first. This does not apply to A Level or GCSE choices.
Key information

Start date

17 January 2025

End date

17 January 2025

Time of day

Day Time

Part Time

8 hours per week

Location

City Centre Campus, Cardiff
Maps & directions

Course code

RTCC3PX3
L3

Qualification

EAL Level 3 Award in the Requirements for the Installation of Electric Vehicle Charging Points

Career prospects & further study

Level 3 Domestic Solar Photovoltaic Systems and Electrical Energy Storage Systems, courses.

Locations

City Centre Campus, Cardiff
City Centre Campus, Cardiff

Automotive Centre,
City Centre Campus,
Dumballs Road,
Cardiff,
CF10 5FE