Are you a network cable installer seeking a qualification to be eligible to apply for an ECS Gold Card Advanced Datacomms Specialist? Look no further than our City and Guilds Level 3 Diploma in ICT Professional Competence. This comprehensive course is tailored specifically for professionals like you who need a portfolio-based qualification to apply for the coveted ECS gold card.
Course Overview
Our innovative programme offers a flexible approach to learning, allowing you to showcase your expertise without the need for traditional classroom attendance. Instead, you’ll build a robust portfolio demonstrating your knowledge and skills in the data-cabling industry.
Course Structure
Upon logging into our award-winning learning management system, you’ll find nine carefully prepared modules designed to cover all aspects of professional data cable engineering:
Module 1: Introduction and Portfolio Building
This initial module provides essential information about the course structure and guides you through building your portfolio. As part of City and Guilds’ requirements, you must submit a photographic ID to verify your identity.
Module 2: Health and Safety
Safety is paramount in network cabling, and this module reflects that importance. You’ll have access to our separate “Network Cable Installer Health and Safety” course, which includes 10 RoSPA-accredited modules covering essential topics such as:
- Asbestos awareness
- Control of substances hazardous to health
- Working at heights
You’ll need to complete health and safety questions, upload a risk assessment you’ve conducted, and provide a report on how you monitor health and safety. Additionally, you’ll submit certificates for the safety mentioned above topics and managing risk.
Module 3: Personal Development
This mandatory unit focuses on your professional growth. You’ll create and upload a personal development plan, answer questions about teamwork and professional ethics, and explore ways to enhance organisational effectiveness.
Module 4: System Security
Network security is critical in today’s digital landscape. This module requires you to answer data protection questions and write a report on how you comply with relevant security requirements.
Module 5: Customer Relations
Understanding and meeting customer needs is essential for success in the industry. You’ll investigate and define customer requirements for structured network installations, upload a method statement, answer questions about customer needs, and prepare an Investigation Findings Report.
Module 6: Network Testing
It is essential to demonstrate your proficiency in network testing. You’ll answer questions about testing procedures, write a report on network testing, and submit a Fluke test report in which you’re listed as the engineer conducting the tests.
Module 7: Copper Network Installation
This module focuses on your expertise in copper network installations. You’ll provide a report on a copper network you’ve installed and upload a method statement and risk assessment for a copper installation where you’re the named engineer.
Module 8: Fibre Network Installation
The final module covers fibre network installations. You’ll submit a report on a fibre network project, answer questions about fibre technology, upload a method statement for a fibre job where you’re the named engineer, and provide a video demonstrating your fibre splicing skills.
Why Choose Our Course?
- Flexibility: Our course is designed to fit around your work schedule, allowing you to complete it at your own pace.
- Industry Recognition: The City and Guilds qualification is highly respected and can significantly boost career prospects.
- Comprehensive Coverage: Our course covers all professional data cable engineering aspects, from health and safety to advanced fibre optic techniques.
- Practical Focus: The portfolio-based approach ensures you can demonstrate real-world skills and experience.
- Expert Support: Our course assessors will work closely with you to ensure your submitted evidence meets City and Guilds requirements.
Who Should Enrol?
This course is ideal for:
- Experienced network cable installers seeking formal recognition of their skills
- Professionals aiming to apply for an ECS gold card
- Data-cabling engineers looking to enhance their qualifications and career prospects
How to Get Started
Enrolling in our City and Guilds Level 3 Diploma in ICT Professional Competence is straightforward. Visit our website or contact our office to begin your journey towards a recognised qualification and potential ECS gold card eligibility.
Conclusion
In the competitive field of data cable engineering, having a recognised qualification can make all the difference. Our City and Guilds Level 3 Diploma allows you to showcase your skills, enhance your professional standing, and potentially qualify for an ECS gold card. With its flexible, portfolio-based approach and comprehensive coverage of essential topics, this course is ideal for ambitious network cable installers looking to take their careers to the next level.
Don’t miss this opportunity to validate your expertise and open new doors in your professional journey. Enrol today and take the first step towards becoming a certified City and Guilds data cable engineer.
If you have any questions or want to start your enrolment, please call our office on 01423 740 006. Your future in data cable engineering starts here!
