LCL Awards Level 3 Award in the Installation and Commissioning of Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment in Domestic, Commercial and Industrial locations

Introduction

This qualification is aimed at practicing electricians, electrical technicians and engineers with experience of electrical installations, and associated inspection and testing.

Electric Vehicles have an important role to play in meeting air quality legislation and the UK’s commitment to climate change targets. For this reason, the UK government is actively supporting the switch to electric vehicles.

This qualification covers the installation of dedicated conductive charging equipment for the charging of pure electric and plug-in hybrid electric road vehicles (PHEV) and includes the extended range of electric vehicles (E-REV). It covers the installation of both AC and DC charging equipment intended for plug-in electric vehicles (PEV) complying with BS EN 61851 and “The IET Code of Practice for Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment Installations”.

Course objectives/key benefits

Know the key requirements for electric vehicle charging equipment (EVCE) installations.
Know and identify Equipment of, and differences between, the four charging modes, and Wireless Power Transfer types (WPT).
Understand the preparation for design and installation of EVCE.
Be able to prepare to design and install EVCE.
Be able to install EVCE in Dwellings, Commercial and Industrial Locations.
Understand requirements for initial verification and handover of an EVCE installation.
Be able to conduct inspection and testing, and complete handover to client.

Who is the course aimed at?

Qualified or experienced electrical operatives over the age of 18 and who hold the relevant qualifications listed under the heading 'entry requirements/pre-requisites' below;

Entry requirements/pre-requisites

This qualification is intended for qualified and practicing electricians age 18+. Prior to registering for the qualification, learners must provide evidence that they meet the qualification pre-requisites by holding a Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations BS 7671 (current edition) and one of the following:

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment (Buildings, Structures and the Environment)
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrotechnical Services (Electrical Installation or Maintenance)
Level 3 Electrotechnical Apprenticeship Qualification
Level 3 NVQ in Electrotechnical Services Experienced Worker
Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification
Level 3 Electrotechnical in Dwellings Experienced Worker Qualification
Building Services Engineering (Level 3) Electrotechnical Installation Qualification
SVQ in Electrical Installation at SCQF level 7
Equivalent Qualifications - See Tables A4.7 and A4.8 of the EAS Qualifications Guide
Current ECS Gold Card issued by the JIB or SJIB – Installation Electrician, Approved Electrician, Maintenance Electrician or Domestic Electrician.

Course content

The course comprises of the following:

Key requirements for electric vehicle charging equipment (EVCE) installations
Requirements of BS EN 61851
Requirements of the Code of Practice for Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment Installations
Installation of dedicated conductive charging equipment for the charging of pure electric and plug-in hybrid electric road vehicles (PHEV) as well as the extended range of electric vehicles (E-REV)
AC and DC charging equipment

Course duration

Two days

Training Method

Theory and practical workshop

Assessment

Practical assessments and written question papers

Course Outcome/Qualification

Candidates who successfully complete the assessment will receive a LCL Awards Level 3 Award in the Installation and Commissioning of Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment in Domestic, Commercial and Industrial locations and will also be able to carry out work in accordance with the scope of this course.

Materials Required/Provided

Candidates will need to have a copy of (and should study!!!)

BS7671: Requirements for Electrical Installations - IET Wiring Regulations 2018+A4:2026 (18th Edition Amendment 4 - ISBN-13: 978-1839539725)

and

On-Site Guide; BS7671:2018+A4:2026 (18th Edition Amendment 4 - ISBN-13: 978-1837240395)

and

Guidance Note 3: Inspection and Testing (Guidance Notes for 18th Edition Amendment 4 - ISBN-13: 978-1837240487)

and

Code of Practice for Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment Installation 5th Edition (IET Codes and Guidance - ISBN-13: 978-1-83953-857-5)

These are available from electrical wholesalers or bookshops.

Prices

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