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Electrical Engineering (Level 5) (Scottish Power)

Edinburgh College

Venues

Midlothian Campus

Content

This course is run in collaboration with Scottish Power and is designed to introduce you to electrical engineering and prepare you for an apprenticeship.

As part of the course, you will attend sessions with Scottish Power at their training centre and may be offered a place on their apprentice programme. This training will involve learning about overhead lines and jointing and cabling practical skills. These opportunities will be supported by your College lecturers. Practical work experience with Scottish Power will help you to gain knowledge of the engineering industry and will heighten your employability skills.

Content:

The course is a mixture of both workshop and classroom sessions providing an introduction to the knowledge and skills needed for either an apprenticeship or higher level of studies in Electrical Engineering. Subjects studied include:

Electrical principles; Testing and measurement; Safe working practice; Wiring skills.

Entry Requirements

4 subjects at National 4 including English, Maths and a science subject. (Applications of Maths not accepted). Interview.

Progression Routes

NC Electrical Engineering (Higher) (Level 6)

Start Date

August

Qualification

NC

Study Method

Full time

Course Length

1 year

Department

Electrical Engineering

SCQF Level

5

Career Area

Offshore Energy

Career Sectors

Business, Management, Admin and Support

Digital and Technology

Engineers and Engineering Operatives or Technicians

Environment, Health and Safety

Offshore Based

Subsurface Scientists

Transport and Logistics

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