C&G Electric Vehicle Charging Installations

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

This course is intended for practicing electricians. Eligibility for this qualification must be confirmed according to the learner entry requirements as outlined below. Learners must hold one of the following:

• City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment (Buildings, Structures and the Environment) (2357)
• City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrotechnical Services (Electrical Maintenance) (2357)
• City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical qualification (5357)
• City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ in Electrotechnical Services Experienced Worker (2356)
• City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification (2346)
• City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical in Dwellings Experienced Worker Qualification (2347)
• Other Awarding Organisations equivalences will also be acceptable
• Equivalent historical qualifications Electrotechnical Assessment Specification

or

• ECS Gold Card issued by the JIB or SJIB – Installation Electrician, Maintenance Electrician, or Domestic Electrician
• C&G Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment

For learners in Scotland:

• Any of the above or
• SVQ in Electrical Installation at SCQF Level 7

For all learners, the qualifications above must have been achieved no more than 5 years prior to starting this qualification or there must be evidence the learner has remained current by holding the latest edition of the Wiring regulations qualification.

CLIENT GROUP

The C&G Level 3 Award in the Requirements for the Design and Installation of Domestic and Small Commercial Electric Vehicle Charging Installations (2921-34) is aimed at practicing electricians interested in understanding how to design and install the range of electric vehicle supply equipment and systems available. It is specifically designed for those proficient in designing low-voltage radial power circuits, with a focus on installing small-scale electric vehicle supply equipment in domestic and small commercial settings.

COURSE CONTENT

The purpose of this qualification is to provide a comprehensive understanding of the specific and supplementary requirements related to the design, installation and maintenance of electric vehicle (EV) supply equipment and associated circuits in domestic and small commercial settings. These requirements align with the current Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET) Code of Practice for Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment Installation, the most relevant Regulations in relation to EV charging infrastructure, and the latest National Occupational Standards (NOS) outcomes.

The qualification covers additional methods of protecting against open PEN conductor faults and how to assess if an installation has an issue with diverted neutral current. It also covers smart functions in electrical vehicle charging installations and relevant items within the installation as a whole. Integration into prosumer’s electrical installations including the option of electric vehicles reverse feeding into the installation and/or supply grid.

AWARD

On successful completion of the Open Book Online Multiple Choice Test, you will be awarded with the City & Guilds Level 3 Award in the Requirements for the Design and Installation of Domestic and Small Commercial Electric Vehicle Charging Installations.

This certificate is considered a ‘lifetime’ award in that it does not expire but, it is expected that practitioners remain current with industry regulations. Essentially, while your certificate remains ‘valid’, you may need to complete a new version if it becomes outdated due to major regulatory changes.

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