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Electricians maintain, repair, troubleshoot and install modern electrical systems such as, power, lighting, fire protection, security and structured cabling and the equipment they serve to ensure effective and efficient operation. These systems can be located in domestic, commercial or industrial environments.
This competition has been designed to reflect the role of an Electrical Technician and the standards that are expected within the electrical industry.
Positioning of components in relation to technical plans
Installing lighting and power circuits
Inspection, testing, fault finding and rectification of installations
Correct functioning of electrical circuitry
Compliance with BPS 7671: IET Wiring Regulations
Interpreting drawings and installations details
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Learners who get through the passive stage (where they will be expected to prepare a submission for entry or participate in an online assessment), will be invited to take part in national qualifiers which take place across the UK between April and June. All competitors receive certification for their achievements at the qualifiers
The highest performers from the national qualifiers are invited to compete in the UK National Finals in November at WorldSkills UK LIVE, the UK’s largest skills, apprenticeship and careers event
In light of the ongoing uncertainty relating to the COVID-19 pandemic, we will not be running the WorldSkills UK national competition cycle in 2020. We expect to resume competitions in 2021 and urge you to register your interest now so we can keep you advised of developments.
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