Who is this qualification for?
This qualification is aimed at practicing electricians interested in understanding how to design, install and maintain the range of electric vehicle charging equipment and systems available. They aim to provide expert guidance to learners wishing to gain further knowledge and understanding of electric vehicle charging equipment design, installation and maintenance
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What does this qualification cover?
This qualification covers the scope of works for electric vehicle charging installations in commercial premises and public spaces and the features of the electric vehicle charging equipment and
associated accessories. It also covers safety requirements and the maintenance strategy and procedures for largescale electric vehicle charging installations and technical assurance process
for designing electric vehicle charging sites. . This qualification also covers how to redesign commercial premises and public spaces to accommodate electric vehicle chargers and the electrical supply systems.
Learner 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. Evidence that eligibility requirements have been met must be kept by the centre for 3 years and will be subject to external quality assurance processes.
• City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment (Buildings, Structures and the Environment) (2357-13/91)
• City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrotechnical Services (Electrical Maintenance)(2357-23/92)
• City & Guilds Level 3 in Electrotechnical Services Experienced Worker (2356-99)
• City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification (2346-03)
• City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical qualification (5357)
• Equivalent historical qualifications (see EAS Table 4B/4C) EAS Qualifications guide (theiet.org)
or
• ECS Gold Card (for domestic electrician), JIB Electrician or Approved Electrician Card
Other Awarding Organisation equivalences will also be acceptable.
For learners in Scotland:
• Any of the above or
• SVQ in Electrical Installation at SCQF level 7 + Up to date BS 7671 Requirements for Electrical Installations
The qualifications above must have been achieved no more than 5 years prior to starting this qualification or there must be evidence the candidate has remained current by holding the
latest version of the Wiring regulations qualification.
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Topics
- How to redesign commercial premises and public spaces to accommodate electric vehicle chargers.
- Safety requirements for electric vehicle charging sites.
- Features of electric vehicle charging equipment and associated accessories.
- Maintenance strategy for electric vehicle charging systems.
- Understand electrical supply systems.
- Know the different locations, design and types of charging bays.
- Know the technical assurance process for designing electric vehicle charging sites.
- The scope of work required for largescale EVC installations.
- Safety requirements for electric vehicle charging installations.
- Infrastructure associated with electric vehicle charging sites.
- The infrastructure equipment associated with largescale electric vehicle charging installations.
- Commissioning and handover procedures for EVC sites.
- Maintenance procedures for largescale electric vehicle charging installations.
Assessment
This qualification has three assessments, two short written papers and a project.
The course uses as its reference the IET Code of Practice for Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment Installation – 5th Edition. Learners will require a copy for the course, you can buy this when you arrive, or in our online shop.
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