Electric Vehicle Charging Point installer Course

Lesson 1 • The EV Charging Ecosystem

Maps the roles of vehicle manufacturers, network operators, and installers within the charging landscape. Contextualizes the installer's professional responsibilities.

Lesson 2 • How Electric Vehicles Work

Covers EV drivetrain components, motor types, and energy flow from battery to wheel. Establishes the technical baseline needed for all subsequent charging concepts.

Lesson 3 • EV Charging Fundamentals

Introduces AC and DC charging modes, power levels, and connector standards. Provides the vocabulary and concepts used throughout the entire course.

Lesson 1 • Load Calculations and Diversity

Teaches demand assessment, diversity factors, and cable sizing for EV circuits. Accurate load calculations prevent overloading existing infrastructure.

Lesson 2 • Protective Devices and Discrimination

Examines MCBs, RCDs, RCBOs, and overcurrent coordination for EV circuits. Correct device selection ensures fault protection without nuisance tripping.

Lesson 3 • Electrical Supply Systems

Explains TN-C-S, TN-S, and TT earthing arrangements and their impact on protective device selection. Correct earthing identification is critical for compliant installations.

Lesson 4 • Core Electrical Theory Review

Reviews Ohm's law, power formulas, and circuit behavior relevant to charging installations. Ensures all students share a common theoretical baseline before practical work.

Lesson 1 • Working at Height and Confined Spaces

Covers ladder and scaffold safety, confined space entry rules, and permit-to-work systems relevant to installation sites. Many charge point locations involve elevated or restricted access.

Lesson 2 • Personal Protective Equipment

Specifies PPE requirements for electrical and civil installation tasks, including selection, inspection, and disposal. Correct PPE use is the last line of defense against injury.

Lesson 3 • Electrical Hazards and Safe Isolation

Identifies shock, arc flash, and fire hazards specific to EV charging circuits and demonstrates the safe isolation procedure. Safe isolation is the single most critical pre-work safety step.

Lesson 4 • Risk Assessment and Method Statements

Teaches the five-step risk assessment process and how to write a method statement for EV installation tasks. These documents are legally required before work begins on most sites.

Lesson 1 • Grid Connection and DNO Requirements

Covers distribution network operator notification rules, connection agreements, and load limits. Failure to notify the network operator can result in unsafe grid conditions.

Lesson 2 • Insurance and Liability Obligations

Addresses public liability, professional indemnity, and product liability insurance relevant to EV installation work. Adequate coverage protects both the installer and the client.

Lesson 3 • Wiring Regulations for EV Installations

Applies the relevant sections of national wiring regulations specifically addressing EV charging equipment. Compliance with these rules is mandatory for every installation.

Lesson 4 • Installer Competency and Certification

Describes recognized installer certification schemes, self-certification rights, and continuing professional development requirements. Certification demonstrates competency to clients and regulators.

Lesson 1 • Connectors and Inlet Standards

Details Type 1, Type 2, CCS, CHAdeMO, and proprietary connector specifications and compatibility. Connector mismatch is a common source of installation errors.

Lesson 2 • Cables, Conduit, and Containment

Specifies cable types, conduit materials, and cable management systems suitable for EV charging circuits indoors and outdoors. Correct containment protects cables and meets regulatory requirements.

Lesson 3 • Types of Charge Point Units

Compares Mode 2, Mode 3, and Mode 4 charge points by power output, use case, and connector type. Equipment selection directly determines installation complexity and user experience.

Lesson 4 • Ancillary Components and Accessories

Identifies bollards, canopies, signage, and ground fixings used to complete a professional charge point installation. Ancillary components affect safety, durability, and user accessibility.

Lesson 1 • Designing the Charging Circuit

Applies load calculations, cable sizing, and protective device selection to produce a compliant circuit design. The design document forms the basis of the installation method statement.

Lesson 2 • Pre-Installation Compliance Checks

Verifies that all regulatory notifications, permissions, and product approvals are in place before work starts. Compliance checks protect the installer from legal and financial liability.

Lesson 3 • Client Consultation and Proposal

Covers needs analysis, equipment recommendation, and written proposal preparation for residential and commercial clients. Clear proposals reduce scope creep and client disputes.

Lesson 4 • Conducting the Site Survey

Defines the scope of a pre-installation survey, including supply assessment, cable routes, and structural checks. A thorough survey prevents costly design changes during installation.

Lesson 1 • Charge Point Wiring and Commissioning

Guides the internal wiring of the charge point unit, network configuration, and initial power-up sequence. Correct wiring and configuration ensure safe first energization.

Lesson 2 • Cable Installation Methods

Demonstrates surface wiring, chasing, conduit pulling, and underground ducting techniques for EV charging circuits. Cable installation method affects both compliance and long-term reliability.

Lesson 3 • Civil Works and Ground Preparation

Covers groundwork for outdoor installations including trenching, ducting, concrete bases, and surface reinstatement. Civil works quality directly affects installation longevity and safety.

Lesson 4 • Charge Point Mounting and Fixing

Details wall mounting, post mounting, and pedestal installation methods for various charge point form factors. Secure mounting prevents unit movement and cable strain.

Lesson 1 • Charge Point Functional Testing

Verifies charge point communication, pilot signal function, and actual vehicle charging using a test load or live vehicle. Functional testing confirms the unit operates as specified.

Lesson 2 • Completing Test Certificates

Demonstrates correct completion of electrical installation certificates and minor works certificates for EV circuits. Accurate certification is a legal requirement and protects the installer.

Lesson 3 • Client Handover and User Training

Covers handover documentation, user operation training, and ongoing maintenance advice for the charge point owner. A thorough handover reduces post-installation support calls.

Lesson 4 • Pre-Energization Inspection

Conducts a systematic visual inspection of the completed installation before any testing or energization. Catching defects visually is faster and safer than discovering them under power.