Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installation
Course Code: P176833
Key Information
Course type:
Vocational
Campus:
North Harbour Campus
Start Date:
09 Sept 2025
Duration:
1 year
Attendance:
Full-time
Fees:
Free
This course is perfect if you have completed the Level 2 Diploma and wish to take the next step to becoming a qualified electrician.
Units include:
- health and safety
- fundamental principles and requirements of environmental technology systems
- principles of electrical science
- fault diagnosis and rectification
- inspection, testing and commissioning
- electrical systems design
- career awareness.
You will complete 30 hours of work experience within the industry, have the opportunity to take part in college-based projects and be encouraged and supported to take part in both local and national competitions. Trips to trade shows, manufacturers and visits from industry specialists are also included in the course.
You will need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including maths, English and science, plus a Level 2 electrical qualification.
This is a one-year course and typically you will be in College for at least two full days per week.
You will learn in our well-equipped workshop, backed up by classroom sessions which will help to underpin your knowledge of the subject. There will be online exams and practical assessments.
A number of short courses are available at the College to further develop your skills before progressing into employment or an apprenticeship.
Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installation
You may also be interested in
Related Features
Event 14-08-2025
A Level, Level 3 Vocational Results Day
The dedication and commitment from students across the College has been fantastic this year and the time has come to receive your results - Congratulations!
NEWS 22-04-2025
Our iconic landmark to be renamed ‘Ayrton Tower’
The votes are in! Our iconic tower is to be officially renamed ‘Ayrton Tower’, after the brilliant woman who tamed lightning Hertha Ayrton.
“Andrew Collins”
"All training received at Highbury College was delivered by very knowledgeable, experienced individuals with many years spent in the trade. There’s a friendly atmosphere and the helpful staff want to get the best from you. Would definitely recommend."
Andrew Collins | GE Harding & Sons
NEWS 03-04-2024
Accelerating into the world of work
A lovely new video has been launched to celebrate the success of the Accelerate programme, specially developed by us and our partners Unloc to explore young people’s aspirations, develop their employability and enterprise skills, and explore college life through a series of fun and interactive workshops.
“Scott Ryan”
"I have used this College for around 10 years and have always found the training, facilities and assessors excellent. The booking arrangements are always completed and Julie is helpful with the admin. I would recommend the College to others in the industry."
Scott Ryan | SPR Plumbing & Heating Ltd
NEWS 25-03-2024
Is your company a winning business?
This year, we're proudly sponsoring the Employer of the Year category, recognising a business that has created a healthy and supportive work environment with a genuine commitment to its employees.
NEWS 10-01-2024
Ofsted team commend significant progress
An Ofsted monitoring visit has judged that we’re making significant progress in setting the right strategic direction and implementing targeted, rapid and sustainable quality improvement that’s clearly benefiting students.
NEWS 13-05-2025
Could this BE any cuter? Animal Care welcomes first gecko hatchling
The animal care department was over the moon when COPC’s very first newborn gecko hatched this Sunday.
