City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installations (Buildings and Structures) Adult Evening
Start Date: 1st September 2026
- Length 1 Year
- Study Part-Time
- Location Green Technology Centre
Qualification Gained
City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installations (Buildings and Structures)
Levels ExplainedMore about the course
This course introduces you to the core principles of electrical installation, including electrical science, wiring systems, health and safety, and installation technology. You will develop practical skills through hands-on tasks in a workshop environment and build your theoretical understanding through classroom-based lessons. The course is ideal for beginners or those with limited experience looking to start a career as an electrician. Regular attendance and participation are essential. Successful learners can progress to the Level 3 Diploma, an apprenticeship, or seek entry-level employment in the electrical sector. Early application is recommended due to high demand.
Unit 201 Health and safety in building services engineering
This combination unit provides learners with the essential health & safety knowledge and skills to demonstrate best practice in a business services engineering environment or sector. The unit provides learners with an awareness of relevant legislation and should underpin all business services engineering activities learners take part in.
Unit 202 Principles of Electrical Science The aim of this unit is to enable the candidate to know the basic principles of electrical science. This knowledge provides the foundation for electrical installations which can be applied when designing wiring systems for clients and when inspection and testing electrical installations.
Unit 203: Electrical installations technology
The purpose of this knowledge unit is for the candidate to gain knowledge of the underpinning principles and industry standards and requirements of electrical installation technology. They will know about sources of information and the types of information they provide about wiring systems. They will also know about earthing systems and the installation of wiring systems.
Unit 204 Installation of wiring systems and enclosures
This practical unit will develop in learners the skills required to install wiring systems to recognised standards. Learners will learn to use tools and materials effectively in completing well defined tasks for electrical installations. In addition to learning to install systems, learners will also develop skills to inspect and test wiring systems.
Unit 210 Understand how to communicate with others within building services engineering
This knowledge unit provides learning in the development and continued maintenance of effective working relationships in the building services industry associated with work in dwellings, industrial and commercial premises and for private and contract type clients.
How often does this course run?
This course runs once a year, typically starting in the autumn term. It is delivered over the academic year in evening sessions, making it ideal for adult learners with daytime work or family commitments. Places are limited, so early application is advised.
Entry requirements:
There are no formal qualifications required to enrol on this course, but a good standard of English and maths is essential to understand the technical content. A keen interest in electrical installation and a commitment to attending regularly are important. Previous experience in a construction or technical environment may be beneficial but is not required.
What will I achieve?
Upon successful completion, you will gain the City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installations (Buildings and Structures). This is a recognised industry qualification and provides the foundation for progressing to the Level 3 Diploma or an apprenticeship. You will gain practical skills and theoretical knowledge in areas such as electrical science, wiring systems, installation methods, and health and safety. This qualification is a key step toward a career in the electrical industry and helps prepare you for further training or entry-level employment in the sector.
What will I learn?
This course provides a solid foundation in the principles and practices of electrical installation. You will learn about electrical science, wiring systems and enclosures, installation technology, and health and safety within building structures. The course also introduces basic inspection and testing procedures, preparing you for progression into further study or work within the electrical industry.
How is the course taught?
The course is delivered through a combination of classroom-based theory and practical workshop sessions. You will attend two evening sessions per week, each lasting three hours. Lessons are tutor-led and include presentations, group discussions, guided activities, and hands-on practice with real tools and equipment in a safe, supervised environment. This balance helps reinforce theoretical learning with practical skills.
How am I assessed?
Assessment is carried out through four online multiple-choice exams, one written/practical assignment focused on Health & Safety, and one ten-hour practical assessment. Each unit includes a combination of these methods to test both your theoretical understanding and your ability to apply it practically. Successful completion of all units is required to achieve the full City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma, and you will receive regular feedback to support your progress.
Course costs:
For adults in England, there's potential for free Level 2 electrical courses through the free courses for jobs initiative, particularly if they are unemployed or earn below a certain income threshold. Additionally, adults aged 19+ who don't already have a Level 2 qualification may also be eligible for free training.
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Meet our tutors and students
Adam Griffin
Green Technology Centre ManagerAs a dedicated Site Manager, I oversee the centre's daily operations and support learners in their journey toward achieving their qualifications. My responsibilities include managing four departments: Motor Vehicle, Vehicle Respraying, Bricklaying, and Property Maintenance Operations, offering qualifications ranging from Level 1 to Level 3, as well as apprenticeship programs in these areas. With a background as a fully qualified motor mechanic and vehicle respraying tutor for eight years, I bring hands-on expertise to my role in management.
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What can I do with a qualification in Electrical Installation?
Daily tasks:
- Visits and advises clients on the use and servicing of electrical and electronic systems and equipment.
- Diagnoses and detects faults and implements procedures to maintain efficient operation of systems and equipment.
- Plans installation methods, checks completed installation for safety and controls or undertakes the initial running of the new electrical or electronic equipment or system.
- Sets up equipment, undertakes tests, takes readings, performs calculations and records and interprets data.
- Plans and prepares work and test schedules based on specifications and drawings.
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Daily tasks:
- Examines electrical plant or machinery, domestic appliances and other electrical assembly for faults using test equipment and replaces worn parts and faulty wiring.
- Installs electrical plant, machinery and other electrical fixtures and appliances such as fuse boxes, generators, light sockets etc..
- Assembles parts and sub-assemblies using hand tools and by brazing, riveting or welding.
- Cuts, bends and installs electrical conduit.
- Selects, cuts and lays wires and connects to sockets, plugs or terminals by crimping, soldering, brazing or bolting.
- Examines drawings, specifications and wiring diagrams to determine the method and sequence of operations.
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Daily tasks:
- Levels, aligns and embeds stone in mortar and faces brick, concrete or steel frame with stone to make and repair structures.
- Uses hand and power tools to shape, trim, carve, cut letters in and polish stone.
- Spreads mortar on foundations and bricks, and places, levels and aligns bricks in mortar bed.
- Marks and cuts stone using hammers, mallet and hand or pneumatic chisels.
- Examines drawings, photographs and specifications to determine job requirements.
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Daily tasks:
- Maintains and repairs woodwork and fittings.
- Checks accuracy of work with square, rule and spirit level.
- Aligns and fixes prepared wood pieces by screwing, nailing, gluing and dowelling to form frames, shop fronts, counter units, decking, theatrical sets, furniture, small wooden craft, scale models and wooden templates.
- Selects and measures appropriate wood and cuts, shapes and drills to specification using saws, planes, chisels and other power or hand tools.
- Examines drawings and specifications to determine job requirements.
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Daily tasks:
- Stains, waxes and french polishes wood surfaces by hand.
- Mixes adhesive or removes self-adhesive backing and positions covering material on wall, matching up patterns where appropriate and removing wrinkles and air bubbles by hand or brush.
- Applies primer, undercoat and finishing coat(s) using brush, roller, or spray equipment.
- Prepares surfaces by cleaning, sanding and filling cracks and holes with appropriate filler.
- Erects working platform or scaffolding up to five metres in height.
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Daily tasks:
- Checks fire and safety equipment for adequate functioning.
- Undertakes minor repairs and notifies owner of need for major repairs.
- Controls heating, lighting and security systems.
- Supervises and/or undertakes the cleaning and maintenance of premises.
- Locks and unlocks doors and entrances at appropriate times.
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What can I do with a qualification in Electrical Installation?
Electrical and Electronics Technicians
Daily tasks:
- Visits and advises clients on the use and servicing of electrical and electronic systems and equipment.
- Diagnoses and detects faults and implements procedures to maintain efficient operation of systems and equipment.
- Plans installation methods, checks completed installation for safety and controls or undertakes the initial running of the new electrical or electronic equipment or system.
- Sets up equipment, undertakes tests, takes readings, performs calculations and records and interprets data.
- Plans and prepares work and test schedules based on specifications and drawings.
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Electricians and Electrical Fitters
Daily tasks:
- Examines electrical plant or machinery, domestic appliances and other electrical assembly for faults using test equipment and replaces worn parts and faulty wiring.
- Installs electrical plant, machinery and other electrical fixtures and appliances such as fuse boxes, generators, light sockets etc..
- Assembles parts and sub-assemblies using hand tools and by brazing, riveting or welding.
- Cuts, bends and installs electrical conduit.
- Selects, cuts and lays wires and connects to sockets, plugs or terminals by crimping, soldering, brazing or bolting.
- Examines drawings, specifications and wiring diagrams to determine the method and sequence of operations.
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Bricklayers and Masons
Daily tasks:
- Levels, aligns and embeds stone in mortar and faces brick, concrete or steel frame with stone to make and repair structures.
- Uses hand and power tools to shape, trim, carve, cut letters in and polish stone.
- Spreads mortar on foundations and bricks, and places, levels and aligns bricks in mortar bed.
- Marks and cuts stone using hammers, mallet and hand or pneumatic chisels.
- Examines drawings, photographs and specifications to determine job requirements.
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Carpenters and Joiners
Daily tasks:
- Maintains and repairs woodwork and fittings.
- Checks accuracy of work with square, rule and spirit level.
- Aligns and fixes prepared wood pieces by screwing, nailing, gluing and dowelling to form frames, shop fronts, counter units, decking, theatrical sets, furniture, small wooden craft, scale models and wooden templates.
- Selects and measures appropriate wood and cuts, shapes and drills to specification using saws, planes, chisels and other power or hand tools.
- Examines drawings and specifications to determine job requirements.
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Painters and Decorators
Daily tasks:
- Stains, waxes and french polishes wood surfaces by hand.
- Mixes adhesive or removes self-adhesive backing and positions covering material on wall, matching up patterns where appropriate and removing wrinkles and air bubbles by hand or brush.
- Applies primer, undercoat and finishing coat(s) using brush, roller, or spray equipment.
- Prepares surfaces by cleaning, sanding and filling cracks and holes with appropriate filler.
- Erects working platform or scaffolding up to five metres in height.
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Caretakers
Daily tasks:
- Checks fire and safety equipment for adequate functioning.
- Undertakes minor repairs and notifies owner of need for major repairs.
- Controls heating, lighting and security systems.
- Supervises and/or undertakes the cleaning and maintenance of premises.
- Locks and unlocks doors and entrances at appropriate times.
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