Course Information:

This qualification content has been revised by City & Guilds and renumbered 2921-34 (previously 2921-31) and is now achieved by successful completion of an online exam only, the written assessment has been removed.

This two-day course is aimed at qualified electricians interested in understanding how to design and install the range of electric vehicle supply equipment and systems available; specifically designed for those proficient in designing low-voltage radial power circuits, with a focus on installing small-scale electric vehicle supply equipment in domestic and small commercial settings. By completing this qualification, electricians can enhance their expertise in regard to EV charging infrastructure, with the aim of ensuring safe and efficient installations for the growing demand in this field. Please see the Learner Entry Requirements below:

If you are not a qualified electrician and do not meet the learner entry requirements, you can attend the course without sitting the City & Guilds exam: Understanding the Requirements of Electric Vehicle Charging Installations.  Any delegates choosing this option will be provided with a Certificate of Attendance by Redford Charles Ltd on completion.

This course also identifies the requirements of BS 7671 section 722, providing an insight into the IET Code of Practice for Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment Installation (currently 5th edition).

This qualification serves as a supplementary short course, supporting the professional development of competent electricians who meet industry entry requirements outlined in the Electrotechnical Assessment Specification (EAS).

Topics include additional methods of protecting against open PEN conductor faults and how to assess if an installation has an issue with diverted neutral current.  It also includes smart functions in EVSE and relevant items within the installation as a whole, as well as integration into prosumer’s electrical installations including the option of electric vehicles reverse feeding into the installation and/or supply grid.

Required Publications:
IET Code of Practice for Electrical Vehicle Charging Equipment Installation (5th edition) which we can supply at £87.  You will also need copies of the IET Wiring Regulations and IET On-Site Guide, which we can supply at £99 and £35 respectively.

City & Guilds Learner Entry Requirements:
As this course is intended for practising qualified electricians, as part of the assessment for this qualification, learners MUST hold one of the following qualifications gained within the last five years to starting this qualification or there must be evidence the learner has remained current by holding the latest edition of the Wiring regulations qualification.

Learners MUST hold one of the following:

• ECS Gold Card, JIB Electrician or Approved Electrician Card

OR…

• City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment (Buildings, Structures and the Environment) (2357)
• City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrotechnical Services (Electrical Maintenance) (2357)
• City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical qualification (5357)
• City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ in Electrotechnical Services Experienced Worker (2356)
• City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification (2346)
• City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical in Dwellings Experienced Worker Qualification (2347)
• Other Awarding Organisations equivalences will also be acceptable
• Equivalent historical qualifications (see EAS Table 4B/4C) EAS Qualifications guide August 2023 (theiet.org)

Copies of your certificate/industry cards are required as evidence that the learner entry requirements are met.  Producing this evidence, prior to attending the course, is the delegates responsibility.  This is required to upload to the City & Guilds website to enable delegates to undertake the online assessment.  Failure to provide this will result in the delegate being unable to undertake the online assessment.  The course costs will not be refunded in this instance.