Electrical Upskilling

This course provides students with a solid foundation in common electrical practices. Upon completion, learners will be able to effectively work with electricity, as well as design, wire, and troubleshoot an electrical control panel.

Course Code: P10141
Campus: Bangor, Downpatrick, Lisburn
Study Type: Part-Time
Education Level Further Education
Department: Engineering

Available Sessions

We have 4 sessions available for application on this course in Lisburn, Downpatrick.

Why Study This Course

This course is ideal for individuals working in electrical engineering at various levels of experience who want to gain or enhance their skills. Starting with the basics and progressing to circuit design and wiring, students will develop practical, hands-on experience using industrial-standard equipment.

The course provides valuable skills applicable to various engineering and technical roles, making it a great option for career progression or professional development.

Course Overview

This course looks at:

  • Electrical safety
  • Basic electrical principles
  • The use of test equipment
  • Reading electrical schematic diagrams
  • Designing and constructing relay control circuit
  • Trouble shooting control panels

The Assessment:

There will be a practical exercise at the end of the course that will be monitored and graded on each aspect of the assessment. Each student will be given a specification for a relay logic control panel. They must design and construct a circuit that meets the specification. Once each student completes this task, it will be checked, then a fault will be implemented within the panel. Each student must then troubleshoot and repair the fault.

This course is open to anyone with an interest in electrical engineering.

Specific Entry Requirements:

  • No formal prerequisites.

Recommended Experience:

  • Previous engineering experience is helpful but not required.

  • An interest in learning electrical principles and practical applications.

This course will include subjects covering: 

  • Electrical Safety and Regulations

  • Fundamentals of Electrical Circuits

  • Electrical Testing and Measurements

  • Schematic Diagram Interpretation

  • Relay Control Circuit Design

  • Electrical Control Panel Construction and Troubleshooting

Upon successful completion, learners will receive a SERC-accredited certificate. This standalone industrial upskilling course can enhance employability in electrical engineering fields and provide a strong foundation for further training or specialized electrical qualifications.

Available Sessions

We have 4 sessions available for application on this course in Lisburn, Downpatrick.

Enquiries Information

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Available Sessions

Business Services Course

Funding may be available for this course, please contact us on BusinessServices@serc.ac.uk to discuss if you are eligible. Additional sessions may be available for this course throughout the year. Please contact us to discuss a start date that would be suitable for you.

Title Campus Spaces Fee Apply or get more information
Electrical Upskilling
Y10141DD1A-24/25-PT
Downpatrick
 20+ £790.00
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Electrical Upskilling
Y10141DD1A-25/26-PT
Downpatrick
 20+ £790.00
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Electrical Upskilling
Y10141LD1A-24/25-PT
Lisburn
 20+ £790.00
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Electrical Upskilling
Y10141LD1A-25/26-PT
Lisburn
 20+ £875.00
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Terms & Conditions

Students will be required to comply with SERC's Terms & Conditions of study.

We strive to ensure the description of courses on SERC's website and in publications is accurate. However, for various reasons there may be occasions when the College may need to change arrangements or be unable to deliver classes due to circumstances such as reduced funding. If there are insufficient numbers applying for a course it may not be viable to deliver the class.

Courses are continually reviewed to take advantage of new teaching approaches and developments in research, industry and the professions. Please be aware that modules may change for your year of entry. The exact modules available and their order may vary depending on course updates, staff availability, timetabling and student demand. Please contact the course team for the most up to date module list.

In addition to the above Terms & Conditions students must also adhere to the following:
As this course is run though out Business Services Department, additional Terms and Conditions may apply.
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