Security & Emergency Alarms - City & Guilds 1852

Course

In Preston

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Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Location

    Preston

The course covers: Electrical/Electronic Principles. Safety. Basic Electrical Physics. Electrical & Electronic Components. Fault Finding. Common Digital Circuits. Installation Practice. Power & Control Circuits. AC Fundamentals. Measuring Instruments. Electrical Fundamentals. Intruder Alarm Systems. Intruder Alarm Wiring Systems. Power Supplies. Intruder Alarm Control Equipment. Signal.

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Location

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Preston (Lancashire)
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St Vincent'S Road, PR2 8UR

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About this course

You will need to be aged 19 or over and seeking employment, or already be employed, in an Alarms or Electrical Installation environment. Ideally, you will possess a Part 2 qualification in an electrical subject but this is not essential. You will however, need to have a good level of English and Maths. If you need help with your English and/or Maths, the College can provide you with support at...

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Security & Emergency Alarms - City & Guilds 1852

Course ID:
PC65240

Academy:
Technology

Introduction:
This City & Guilds Level 3 qualification provides the theoretical and practical knowledge needed by engineers in the systems engineering sector of the security industry.

Study Mode & Location:
This one year course can be studied on a part-time basis (for 3 hours per week) or as a Part-Time+ course. It will be held at Preston College, Fulwood Campus, St Vincent`s Road, Preston, PR2 8UR.

Course Content:
The course covers:

  • Electrical/Electronic Principles.
  • Safety.
  • Basic Electrical Physics.
  • Electrical & Electronic Components.
  • Fault Finding.
  • Common Digital Circuits.
  • Installation Practice.
  • Power & Control Circuits.
  • AC Fundamentals.
  • Measuring Instruments.
  • Electrical Fundamentals.
  • Intruder Alarm Systems.
  • Intruder Alarm Wiring Systems.
  • Power Supplies.
  • Intruder Alarm Control Equipment.
  • Signal Systems.
  • Intruder Alarm Detection Devices.
  • Intruder Alarm Circuitry.
  • Inspection & Testing, Commissioning, Maintenance & Fault Location.
  • Information Technology.


Due to the nature of the course any additional time spent studying or practicing away from College will help you achieve the qualification, but there is no formal requirement to work at home.

Assessment:
Assessments are made via two written examinations and the completion of an extended project.

Careers & Progression Opportunities:
Successful completion of this course allows entry to employment in the Security & Emergency Alarms Industry.

Additional Costs & Resource Charges:
There will be a resource charge of £75 for this course (this fee will be substantially reduced if you are on income-based benefits). Personal Protective Equipment is mandatory in all workshops (ie steel toe capped boots and overalls). These can be purchased at a reduced price from the College at enrolment.

How To Apply

Part-Time+ Route
You will need to complete a Further Education Application Form. These will be available from mid-May.
Many courses have limited places so please return your application form as soon as possible. Following acceptance of your application, the earliest you may enrol is mid-June.

Part-Time Only Route
You will need to have an informal interview with a Adult Admissions Adviser.
Many courses have limited places so please enquire as soon as possible. Following interview, the earliest you may enrol is mid-June.

Depending upon your circumstances, you may be able to study for FREE or at a reduced price.

Part-Time+ Course Benefits
Part-Time+ courses are ideal if you are looking to return to education, change career or progress to higher level studies. Courses last between 11 and 18 hours per week, for a full year and fit in with school hours and holidays. They offer:

  • support with accessing a variety of funds including an Adult Learning Grant of up to £30 per week.
  • a bursary meaning there are no tuition fees to pay.
  • childcare support.
  • transport to and from College.
  • an individual development plan to guide you to your next step.
  • personal tutor support throughout your course.


Help, Advice & Further Information
If you know of someone who would like to study a course at Preston College but their first language is not English, please contact the Advice Centre on their behalf to discuss the options available.

Opening Hours:
Mon-Thur 9am-7.30pm (9am-5pm during College holidays)
Fri 9.30am-4.30pm

The information contained in this leaflet was correct at the time of production. Preston College however, reserves the right to alter or amend the details contained in this leaflet. This course will run subject to sufficient student numbers.

Requirement
You will need to be aged 19 or over and seeking employment, or already be employed, in an Alarms or Electrical Installation environment. Ideally, you will possess a Part 2 qualification in an electrical subject but this is not essential. You will however, need to have a good level of English and Maths. If you need help with your English and/or Maths, the College can provide you with support at a time to suit you, which will bring you up to the required standard. All students will be interviewed to assess their eligibility for the course.

Security & Emergency Alarms - City & Guilds 1852

Price on request