Electrotechnical

Framework:

Electrotechnical

Level:

3

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These pathways are designed to provide you with the opportunity to develop competencies that are needed to carry out job roles and responsibilities associated with the installation and/or maintenance of electrotechnical systems and equipment in buildings, structures and the environment.

A career in the Electrotechnical Industry will not only reward  potential, but also offer opportunities to enhance your technical capability. The industry always needs individuals of appropriate ability, and in return offers a varied and rewarding career in a challenging working environment.

Pathway options and levels

Further information

Duration

Level 3: 42 months

Progression routes

On successful completion of the Apprenticeship (Level 3) in Electrical Installation, you will have the skills, knowledge and qualifications to:

• Register on a relevant industry Certification Scheme
• Progress to relevant Level 4/5 qualifications e.g. Building Services Engineering Technology & Project Management or Foundation Degree in Engineering
• Progress onto the Level 6 Apprenticeships related to this field such as in Building Services Engineering Technology & Project Management
• Progress in their career with further training into such job roles as Technician, System Designer, Estimator, Project Manager, Site/Workshop Supervisor/Manager, Chartered Engineer, Sales Engineer or Commercial Manager.

Qualifications

Level 3 NVQ Diploma within chosen pathway. 

What are the entry requirements for this pathway?

All apprenticeship pathways in Wales have entry requirements.
If you are interested in undertaking this pathway – you need to have the following entry level qualification(s);

Level 3

Although there are generally no minimum entry or previous experience requirements, the programme is likely to be suitable for individuals who:

• Have an aptitude for technical subjects and/or are practically minded Have an interest in technology
• Can demonstrate an ability to solve practical problems.

Other selection criteria may include:

• Motivation to succeed
• Willingness to learn and apply that learning in the workplace/job role
• Enthusiasm and attitude to work
• Ability to demonstrate that they have the potential to achieve the qualifications which are part of the Apprenticeship (Level 3) frameworks
• Ability to communicate effectively with a range of people
• Being numerate and literate
• Good colour vision to recognise colour coded wires and components
• Ability to work at heights or in confined spaces
• Willingness to work outside Willingness to work unsociable hours
• Willingness to undergo Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check when required.

Examples of formal qualifications that could indicate that an applicant has the potential to progress into the apprenticeship are:

• Welsh Baccalaureate Intermediate Diploma
• Completion of a 'Pathway to Apprenticeship' in Engineering
• Successful completion of one of the Foundation (Level 2) frameworks from the Building Services Engineering sector
• GCSE grade A-C in each of the following:- a communication subject, maths and either a science or technical-based subject
• Level 2 GNVQs in relevant vocational/technical subjects
• A Level 2 'Access to Building Services Engineering' qualification.

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