Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment Installation (PLA)

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.
PLA: This course is free for employed adults eligible for a Personal Learning Account (PLA). To see if you could be eligible for a PLA go to www.cavc.ac.uk/PartTimeFunding - For a full list of PLA courses go to www.cavc.ac.uk/PLA

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.

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
PLA: This course is free for employed adults eligible for a Personal Learning Account (PLA). To see if you could be eligible for a PLA go to www.cavc.ac.uk/PartTimeFunding - For a full list of PLA courses go to www.cavc.ac.uk/PLA

Course code

RTCC3P03
L3

Qualification

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

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