Level 4 Diploma in Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QA/QC - Electrical)

1. Principles of Electrical Quality Assurance and Quality Control : Introduces QA/QC concepts, quality objectives, quality assurance systems, quality control activities, project quality requirements, inspection responsibilities, quality documentation and the relationship between quality, compliance and electrical project performance.

2. Electrical Engineering Specifications, Drawings and Quality Documentation : Develops skills in interpreting electrical specifications, single-line diagrams, schematics, layouts, approved drawings, technical submittals, inspection procedures, method statements, checklists, material records and controlled quality documentation.

3. Electrical Materials, Equipment Inspection and Receiving Quality Control : Covers inspection and verification of cables, conductors, containment systems, switchgear, distribution equipment, protection devices, earthing components, electrical accessories and other project materials against approved specifications, certificates and inspection requirements.

4. Electrical Installation Quality Control and Workmanship Inspection : Examines quality requirements for cable installation, containment, termination, glanding, identification, earthing and bonding, equipment installation, connections, panel installation and workmanship verification against approved drawings, specifications and applicable electrical requirements.

5. Electrical Testing, Measurement and Commissioning Quality : Develops knowledge of insulation resistance, continuity, polarity, earth continuity, earth-fault protection, functional testing, protective-device verification, equipment testing, commissioning procedures, test instruments, calibration requirements and recording reliable test results.

6. Inspection and Test Plans, Hold Points and Quality Surveillance : Covers inspection and test plan development, inspection stages, witness and hold points, surveillance activities, inspection requests, acceptance criteria, sampling, traceability, inspection records and coordination between contractors, consultants, clients and quality personnel.

7. Non-Conformance, Corrective Action and Quality Improvement : Develops competence in identifying non-conformities, recording quality deviations, root-cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions, concession processes, reinspection, close-out verification, trend analysis and continual quality improvement.

8. Electrical QA/QC Auditing, Compliance and Final Quality Dossiers : Examines internal quality audits, compliance verification, audit findings, quality records, material certificates, test reports, inspection documentation, punch-list management, handover dossiers, as-built records and final quality documentation.

9. Applied Electrical QA/QC Project and Quality Management : Requires learners to integrate electrical QA/QC knowledge through an applied project involving quality planning, inspection and test planning, material control, installation inspection, electrical testing, non-conformance management, audit evidence and preparation of a structured final quality dossier.

• Develops comprehensive knowledge of electrical QA/QC systems.

• Builds competence in electrical inspection and quality-control planning.

• Strengthens understanding of specifications, drawings and technical documentation.

• Develops knowledge of electrical material and equipment inspection.

• Builds practical understanding of electrical installation workmanship quality.

• Develops competence in electrical testing, measurement and commissioning records.

• Strengthens non-conformance, corrective-action and root-cause analysis skills.

• Develops auditing, compliance and quality-dossier management capability.

• Supports progression toward electrical QA/QC engineering and supervisory roles.

The qualification is suitable for:

• Electrical QA/QC Engineers and Quality Engineers.

• Electrical QC Inspectors and inspection personnel.

• Electrical supervisors and site engineers moving into QA/QC responsibilities.

• Electrical project professionals involved in installation and commissioning quality.

• Construction and MEP quality personnel specialising in electrical works.

• Technical staff responsible for inspection, testing and quality documentation.

• Professionals seeking advancement into electrical quality-management and project QA/QC roles.

Assessment Format: Written examination, technical case studies, electrical QA/QC documentation exercises, inspection and testing assignments, audit activities and an applied Electrical QA/QC Project.

Total Questions: 70 questions, consisting of multiple-choice, short-answer, scenario-based and technical quality-control questions, supported by practical assignments and project evidence.

Passing Score: Minimum 50% in the written examination and successful completion of all mandatory assessments and the applied project.

Duration: 180 minutes for the written examination, with additional assessment time allocated to technical assignments, inspection documentation and the project.

Certification: Level 4 Diploma in Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QA/QC - Electrical)

To deliver this Qualification, HiQual UK Approved ATPs must demonstrate the capability to deliver, assess, and internally quality assure qualifications in line with recognised regulatory principles and the expectations of the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF).

Approved centres must operate effective systems to ensure the validity, reliability, fairness, consistency, and security of assessment.

1. Centre Recognition and Legal Compliance

Centres must be formally recognised by HiQual UK prior to the delivery or assessment of any qualification. To maintain recognition, centres must: Be a legally constituted organisation operating in compliance with applicable legislation and regulatory requirements. Demonstrate effective governance, management oversight, and clear lines of accountability. Comply with all HiQual UK policies, procedures, and conditions of centre recognition. Notify HiQual UK promptly of any material changes that may affect delivery, assessment, or internal quality assurance arrangements.

2. Resources, Facilities, and Learning Environment

Centres must ensure that sufficient and appropriate resources are in place to support learning and assessment. This includes: Learning environments appropriate to the mode of delivery, including classrooms and, where applicable, specialist or practical facilities. Access to learning and assessment resources that enable learners to meet qualification outcomes. Secure systems for managing learner data, assessment records, and certification claims. Arrangements that support equality of access and reasonable adjustments for learners where required.

3. Staff Competence and Occupational Expertise

Centres must ensure that all staff involved in delivery, assessment, and internal quality assurance are competent and suitably qualified. Centres must: Appoint tutors with appropriate subject knowledge, teaching competence, and relevant occupational or professional experience. Ensure assessors are trained and competent in applying HiQual UK assessment requirements and standards. Appoint a qualified Internal Quality Assurer (IQA) responsible for monitoring assessment practice and decisions. Maintain records of staff qualifications, experience, training, and continuing professional development (CPD).

4. Assessment Practice and Internal Quality Assurance (IQA)

Centres must operate robust internal quality assurance systems to ensure assessment integrity. Centres must: Ensure assessment is valid, fit for purpose, and conducted in line with HiQual UK requirements. Implement effective IQA procedures to monitor assessor performance and confirm the consistency of assessment decisions. Maintain accurate, complete, and auditable records of learner registration, assessment evidence, and outcomes. Carry out regular internal reviews and standardisation activities to support continuous improvement.

5. Integrity, Risk Management, and Malpractice

Centres must take appropriate measures to protect the integrity of assessment. Centres must: Maintain policies and procedures for the prevention, identification, and management of malpractice and maladministration. Ensure secure handling, storage, and retention of assessment materials and learner evidence. Report any suspected or confirmed malpractice to HiQual UK in accordance with published procedures.

6. Health, Safety, Safeguarding, and Learner Protection

Centres must provide a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment. Centres must: Comply with applicable health and safety and safeguarding legislation. Conduct risk assessments for learning activities, particularly where practical or technical work is involved. Maintain procedures to safeguard learner welfare and wellbeing.

7. Learner Information, Support, and Fair Treatment

Centres must ensure learners are informed, supported, and treated fairly. Centres must: Provide clear and accurate information on programme requirements, assessment methods, and certification. Ensure learners receive timely and constructive feedback on assessment outcomes. Operate transparent complaints and appeals procedures aligned with HiQual UK requirements. Manage learner information securely in compliance with data protection legislation.

Successful learners who achieve the HiQual UK Level 4 Diploma in Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QA/QC - Electrical) may progress to:

• HiQual UK Level 5 qualifications in Quality Management, QA/QC Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Construction Management.

• Higher education programmes such as Electrical Engineering, Quality Management, Engineering Management, Construction Management or related technical disciplines, subject to institutional entry requirements.

• Specialist professional training in electrical testing and commissioning, auditing, inspection, project quality management, non-destructive testing and quality systems.

• Employment or career advancement in roles including Electrical QA/QC Engineer, Electrical QC Inspector, Quality Engineer, QA/QC Coordinator, Electrical Quality Supervisor and Project Quality Engineer.

• Continuing professional development toward Senior QA/QC Engineer, Quality Manager, Electrical Quality Manager, Project Quality Manager and technical quality-leadership roles.

Progression and employment claims should be accurately supported within the approved qualification specification. HiQual UK's development policy requires claims concerning progression and employment to be evidence-based and appropriately described.