Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Course
Online CourseENTRY REQUIREMENTS NOW CHANGED - PLEASE READ
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS NOW CHANGED - PLEASE READ
The entry requirement for those learners taking the Electric Vehicle Charging qualification have now changed.
In order to take this qualification you must be a competent electrician and hold one of the qualifications listed below, with the relevant AM test; (e.g. AM2/S/E/D).
• Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment (Buildings, Structures and the Environment)
• Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrotechnical Services (Electrical Maintenance)
• Level 3 Electrotechnical Qualification
• Level 3 in Electrotechnical Services Experienced Worker
• Level 3 NVQ in Electrotechnical Services – Electrical Installation (Building and Structures)
• Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification.
• Level 3 Electrotechnical in Dwellings
• EAL Building Services Engineering (Level 3) – Electrotechnical Installation
• Equivalent historical qualifications. See EAS Table 4B/4C, and the EAS Qualifications Guide
Or you must hold an ECS Gold Card, as a JIB Electrician, or Approved Electrician.
Who is this course for?
Our EV Charging Course will allow you to offer the installation of vehicle charging points to your customers. The course is ideal for either those who are registered with a Part P scheme provider or those who are planning to join one, with the intention of registering with the Governments’ OZEV (Office of Zero Emission Vehicles) grant scheme, also known at the Electric Vehicle Homecharge Scheme.
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Course Overview
EAL Level 3 Understand the Requirements for the Installation of Electric Vehicle Charging Points
The EAL Level 3 Award 603/3929/9 has been designed to allow those looking to install electric vehicle charging equipment to gain a recognized qualification.
The course is designed to work with the IET Code of Practice for Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment Installation with the aim of giving you the required knowledge to safely install charging equipment in domestic premises.
Our Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Course includes the following:
- Overview of EV Charging Equipment
What it is, what are the different types available, what are the advantages/disadvantages of the different types. - Understanding the design considerations
Covering the factors that will affect the design of an EV charging point. - The physical installation requirements
The different physical requirements that are required depending on location. - Electrical requirements
The general requirements for electrical installation including: protection from electric shock, circuit design, RCD protection, isolation and switching. - Electrical requirements for different types of installation
More specific requirements for dwellings, on street equipment, commercial and industrial. - Inspection and testing
Additional testing requirements, including functional testing.
Course Duration
This course is an online learning course comprised of 10 learning modules and assessments to track your progress. The course has a recommended 8 hours of learning time.
Qualifications
- EAL 603/3929/9 Level 3 Understand the Requirements for the Installation of Electric Vehicle Charging Points
The exams
Upon completion of the course, you will undertake an online multiple choice exam at our centre, consisting of 25 questions. You can take your IET Code of Practice for Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment Installation book in with you for reference. You will need to come to our training centre to sit the exam. Please call us 01444 872145 when you are ready to take the exam.
Course literature
The following publication below is to be purchased by all customers wishing to take part in the Electric Vehicle Charging Online Course. You will need to purchase the book before starting your course. Please note that for Online Courses we do not supply or sell the course books and will have to be purchased elsewhere. Please see book title and ISBN number below to ensure you are purchasing the correct book.
IET Code of Practice for Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment 4th Edition: ISBN-13: 978-1-83953-180-4
Entry Requirements
You will need to have your Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment (Buildings, Structures and the Environment) or Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrotechnical Services (Electrical Maintenance), or equivalent to enrol on this course. You will need to be 18 or over to attend the course.
If you would like any further information about EV course please call us on 01444 872 145 and we will be delighted to help you.
FAQs
Who is this electric vehicle course for?
This course is designed for currently practicing and newly qualified electricians who wish to have a greater understanding of what is involved in installing electric vehicle charging equipment
What is OZEV (previously OLEV)?
OZEV (Office of Zero Emission Vehicles) is the part of the government that is responsible for promoting the uptake of electric vehicles. OZEV was previously known as OLEV (Office of Low Emission Vehicles).
What is the Electric Vehicle Homecharge Scheme grant?
The grant offered by OZEV allows an installer registered with them to claim 75% up to £350 of the installation costs back for their customers providing certain criteria is met. Read here about how to become an EVHS registered installer.
What are the entry requirements for the course?
You will need to have your Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment (Buildings, Structures and the Environment) or Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrotechnical Services (Electrical Maintenance), or equivalent to enrol on this course.
What books do I need for this course?
For this course you will need a copy of the IET Code of Practice for Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment Installation. This book contains best practice for the design, installation and testing of EV charging equipment.
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