EAL Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installation

This qualification allows the learner to acquire knowledge and craft skills of electrical installation. It does not require occupational evidence from the workplace, so is suitable for learners who currently do not work within the electrical industry (but may wish to do so). It will give the learner an opportunity to practice and be assessed in a secure environment on the installation of wiring systems together with the relevant theory of electrical installation.

Learners have the opportunity to utilise the IET Wiring Regulations Eighteenth Edition with some of the units and also acquire the knowledge of electrical science and principles.

This Diploma has five mandatory units, which between them cover health and safety, electrical installation theory and technology, electrical installation methods, procedures and requirements, electrical installation craft skills and electrical science and principles.

Within the qualification the learner will have the opportunity to utilise the IET Wiring Regulations Eighteenth Edition.

• Electrical Engineer
• Electrical Lecturer
• Electrical Systems Manager
• Lighting Technician
• Maintenance Electrician
• Offshore Wind Electrical Engineer
• Solar Electrical Engineer

... and so much more!

After successfully completing this course, you can progress onto an advanced qualifications at Level 3.

Our qualifications can lead directly into employment, offering you the chance to develop their skills and knowledge to a high standard recognised by the industry. This could be as an electrician through Electro-Technical Apprenticeship programme NVQ scheme.

3 GCSEs at grade 9-4, including maths and English.

Our entry requirements are in place to support our students in achieving the qualifications they have chosen to study. In addition to the entry requirements, all students will be regularly assessed by East Durham College at an early stage in their study programme. This is to ensure that students are enrolled onto courses which suit their abilities – following assessment, there may be occasions when students are transferred to a relevant course at a higher or lower level in order to ensure they are enrolled on to the right course for them to achieve and progress.

Entry onto any course at EDC may have entry requirements in addition to exam results; this includes but is not limited to DBS checks, references, fitness to practice and at times physical requirements to be capable of achieving the practical elements of the course without assistance. Entry onto any course at East Durham College is subject to final approval from the Assistant Principal.

This course is delivered through classroom theory and workshop practical sessions with on line multiple choice exams.

September 2025

One year, full time.

This full time study programme course may also be available to study on a part-time basis if you are aged 18 or over on 31st August. Please check with Student Services for more details.