Electrical Installation
Wire homes and buildings safely and professionally.
Course overview
Learn the skills of a certified-standard electrician: reading circuit drawings, installing wiring, lighting and power systems, testing and fault finding, always with safety first. A large part of the course is practical work in the workshop.
Every module combines short theory sessions with hands-on practice, so you finish with real projects and a portfolio, not just notes. Entry requirements: Primary or secondary level. Interest in practical work.
Course outline
6 modules over 12 weeks. Select a module to see what you will cover.
Safety rules, electricity basics, Ohm's law and tools.
Cables, switches, sockets, breakers and conduit.
Lighting circuits, socket circuits and distribution boards.
Motors, three-phase supply and control circuits.
Earthing, RCDs, insulation tests and inspection.
Troubleshooting, quotations and running a contracting business.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this course you will be able to:
- Install wiring and lighting safely
- Read circuit diagrams
- Test and certify installations
- Find and repair electrical faults
- Quote and run electrical jobs
What you can become
Graduates of this course go on to roles and businesses such as:
Tools and skills you will use
Study options
Choose the schedule that suits you. New students start on the 1st of every month.
- Morning Session
- Evening Session
- Weekend Session
- Monday – Wednesday
- Wednesday – Friday
- E-Learning
What is included
- Practical and materials fee: free
- Certificate and graduation: free
- Computer lab, library and internet: free
- School bag: free
- Access to membership programs
- Career and employability guidance
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