Who is this qualification for?
This qualification serves as a supplementary short course, supporting the professional development of competent electricians who meet industry entry requirements outlined in the Electrotecnical Assessment Specification (EAS).
It is aimed at practicing electricians interested in understanding how to design and install the range of electric vehicle supply equipment and systems available. It is specifically designed for those proficient in designing low-voltage radial power circuits, with a focus on installing small-scale electric vehicle supply equipment in domestic and small commercial settings.
By completing this qualification, electricians can enhance their expertise in regard to EV charging infrastructure, with the aim of ensuring safe and efficient installations for the growing demand in this field
What does the qualification cover?
The purpose of this qualification is to provide a comprehensive understanding of the specific and supplementary requirements related to the design, installation, and maintenance of electric vehicle (EV) supply equipment, and associated circuits, in domestic and small commercial settings.
These requirements align with the current Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET) Code of Practice for Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment Installation, the most relevant Regulations in relation to EV charging infrastructure, and the latest National Occupational Standards (NOS) outcomes as follows:
- BSEEVCP01 Install and connect enclosures, electrical cables, conductors and wiring for EVCP systems and equipment;
- BSEEVCP02 Inspect, test and commission EVCP systems and equipment;
- BSEEVCP03 Identify and rectify faults in EVCP systems and equipment; and
- BSEEVCP04 Maintain EVCP systems and equipment.
The qualification covers additional methods of protecting against open PEN conductor faults and how to assess if an installation has an issue with diverted neutral current. It also covers smart functions in electrical vehicle charging installations and relevant items within the installation as a whole. Integration into prosumer’s electrical installations including the option of electric vehicles reverse feeding into the installation and/or supply grid.
Learners will achieve the following mandatory unit:
305 Requirements for the Design and Installation of Domestic and Small Commercial Electric Vehicle Charging Installations.
Assessment
This course assessment consists of an open book online exam — 60 minutes
Required literature
- IET Code of Practice for Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment Installation (5th edition).
- BS 7671:(2018)+A2(2022)
- IET On-Site guide
Learner entry requirements
This course is intended for practicing electricians as part of the assessment for this qualification, learners should hold similar to the following:
- 2357 Level 3 NVQ Diploma in installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment (Buildings, Structures, and the Environment)
- 2357 Level 3 NVQ Diploma in installing Electrotechnical Systems (Electrical Maintenance)
- 5357 Level 3 Electrotechnical qualification
- 2356 Level 3 NVQ in Electrotechnical Services Experienced Worker
- 2346 Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification
- Other Awarding Organisations equivalences will also be acceptable, or
- ECS Gold Card, JIB Electrician or Approved Electrician Card.
