Electrical Course
Practical Maths for Electrical Installation Students & Apprentices
Complete Maths Resource Bundle for Level 2 & Level 3 Electrical Learners
Practical Maths for Electrical Installation Students & Apprentices is a comprehensive, ready-to-use teaching and learning resource specifically developed for Electrical Installation learners, apprentices, FE colleges, training providers and lecturers.
Designed around the mathematical skills required throughout Level 2 and Level 3 Electrical Installation programmes, this complete resource bundle helps learners understand, apply and retain essential maths concepts using realistic electrical examples and practical workplace applications.
Unlike generic maths textbooks, every topic is explained within an electrical context, helping learners see the relevance of mathematical principles to installation work, testing, inspection, fault finding and electrical engineering calculations.
The course contains ten structured units covering the core mathematical knowledge required by electrical students and apprentices, including: Directed Numbers, Fractions, Decimals, Percentages, Ratios, Standard Form, SI Units, Algebra, Formula Transposition and Trigonometry.
What's Included?
This complete teaching package includes:
Learner Resources
- Comprehensive Practical Maths Handbook (376 pages)
- 10 Individual Unit Workbooks
- Student Worksheets
- Homework Activities
- Final Assessment
- Worked Examples
- Practice Exercises with Answers
- Formula Reference Guides
- Electrical Calculation Examples
Lecturer Resources
- PowerPoint Presentations for all 10 units
- Lesson Plans
- Teacher Notes
- Suggested Delivery Guide
- Scheme of Work
- Worksheet Answer Packs
- Homework Answer Packs
- Assessment Marking Guidance
- Quick Start Guide
Course Units Covered
The handbook is organised into ten structured units covering the key mathematical topics encountered throughout Electrical Installation programmes:
Unit 1 – Basic Mathematical Operations
- Directed numbers
- Positive and negative values
- BODMAS
- Working with brackets
- Electrical calculation examples
Unit 2 – Fractions
- Simplifying fractions
- Converting between forms
- Fraction calculations
- Electrical applications
Unit 3 – Decimals
- Decimal operations
- Significant figures
- Rounding
- Precision in electrical calculations
Unit 4 – Percentages
- Percentage calculations
- Voltage drop calculations
- Efficiency calculations
- Tolerances and percentage error
Unit 5 – Ratios
- Simplifying ratios
- Transformer ratios
- Circuit calculations
- Practical electrical applications
Unit 6 – Powers of Ten & Standard Form
- Scientific notation
- Engineering notation
- Electrical prefixes
- Engineering calculations
Unit 7 – SI Units
- Base and derived units
- Electrical quantities
- Unit conversions
- Professional engineering practice
Unit 8 – Algebra
- Algebraic expressions
- Simplifying expressions
- Working with brackets
- Electrical formula applications
Unit 9 – Transposition of Formulae
- Rearranging equations
- Electrical formula manipulation
- Power formulae
- Practical electrical calculations
Unit 10 – Trigonometry, Geometry & Pythagoras
- Geometric principles
- Pythagoras' Theorem
- Trigonometric ratios
- AC circuit applications
- Power triangle calculations
Why Colleges and Training Providers Choose This Resource
Save Lecturer Preparation Time
The resource provides complete lesson materials, presentations, worksheets and assessments, significantly reducing preparation time for lecturers and trainers.
Improve Learner Engagement
Every mathematical concept is linked to realistic electrical scenarios, helping learners understand why the maths matters and how it applies in industry.
Support Ofsted and Functional Skills Requirements
The materials help embed mathematics naturally within vocational delivery, supporting wider college and apprenticeship quality objectives.
Ideal for Mixed Ability Groups
The step-by-step explanations, worked examples and structured exercises make the materials suitable for both confident learners and those requiring additional support.
Ready to Deliver
The resource can be implemented immediately without the need to create additional teaching materials.
Suitable For
- Further Education Colleges
- Electrical Installation Departments
- Apprenticeship Training Providers
- Independent Training Centres
- Adult Education Providers
- Level 2 Electrical Installation Courses
- Level 3 Electrical Installation Courses
- Electrical Apprenticeships
Annual Centre Licence
The Practical Maths for Electrical Installation Students & Apprentices resource is supplied under an annual centre licence allowing use within your organisation for up to 60 learners.
The licence includes access to all teaching materials, presentations, worksheets, assessments and support documentation.
