Electrical Engineering - Level 1
Start Date: 6th September 2027
- Length 1 year
- Study Full-Time
- Location Energy Academy, Wallsend
Qualification Gained
Level 1 City and Guilds Certificate in Engineering - Electrical
Levels ExplainedMore about the course
If you're interested in how electrical systems work and enjoy practical, hands-on learning, this course is a great place to start.
Based in Newcastle College's specialist Energy Academy, you'll learn in industry-standard training facilities using the same types of tools and equipment used by electrical engineers and electricians. You'll develop practical skills in electrical installation and wiring, learn how electrical circuits and components work, and gain a strong understanding of safe working practices.
You'll be taught by experienced industry professionals who will help you build your confidence while developing the knowledge and skills needed for further study and careers in the electrical and engineering sectors.
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Meet our staff and students
Lewis Keenan
Energy Academy Lecturer“This isn’t just about getting a qualification - it’s about becoming work-ready in one of the fastest-growing industries in the world.”
Chase Maughan
Level 3 Renewable and Subsea Engineering"When you study at college you get a lot more freedom as well as responsibility. Its more similar to real-life, because you aren’t going to have someone stood beside you telling you what you have to do. College really does prepare you for your future."
Ronan Wilson
Level 3 Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Subsea and Renewables)"My main lecturer has a PhD in Engineering, and the Head of the Energy Academy has also worked abroad for years in the sector so it's interesting to hear their stories from the renewables industry. It's really great that my tutors know exactly what they're talking about and have years of practical experience to back it up, since it means I'm really getting the best of both worlds as I'm learning the ropes!"
Renewable and Subsea Engineering at Newcastle College
What can I do with a qualification in Energy?
Daily tasks:
- Checks finished workpiece for defects and conformity with specification.
- Cleans and smoothes weld.
- Guides electrode or torch along line of weld, burns away damaged areas, and melts brazing alloy or solder into joints.
- Cuts metal pieces using gas torch or electric arc.
- Connects wires to power supply, or hoses to oxygen, acetylene, argon, carbon dioxide, electric arc, or other source and adjusts controls to regulate gas pressure and rate of flow.
- Selects appropriate welding equipment such as electric arc, gas torch, etc..
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What can I do with a qualification in Energy?
Welding Trades
Daily tasks:
- Checks finished workpiece for defects and conformity with specification.
- Cleans and smoothes weld.
- Guides electrode or torch along line of weld, burns away damaged areas, and melts brazing alloy or solder into joints.
- Cuts metal pieces using gas torch or electric arc.
- Connects wires to power supply, or hoses to oxygen, acetylene, argon, carbon dioxide, electric arc, or other source and adjusts controls to regulate gas pressure and rate of flow.
- Selects appropriate welding equipment such as electric arc, gas torch, etc..
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