Students at Bedford College are getting to grips with their hands-on electrical installation work with renewed enthusiasm thanks to Knightsbridge, one of the UK\u2019s leading brands of wiring devices, accessories and lighting.<\/p>\n
The company donated a substantial quantity of wiring accessories to the college to help students complete this important part of their curriculum. Like many colleges, budgets for electrical devices are stretched, so Knightsbridge\u2019s gift of switches, sockets and other accessories was gratefully received by the Electrical and Engineering Department.<\/p>\n
Steven Croft, Head of Engineering, explains:\u201d The opportunity for our students to work with quality components is an absolute godsend. They can install, uninstall and work on the products time and time again. Previously we\u2019ve had to source inferior components which just didn\u2019t last, cracking or breaking even after a few installs. This just added further pressure to our already strained budget. This donation from Knightsbridge has been massive for us.\u201d<\/p>\n
Bedford College caters for 280 electrical installation and 150 engineering students per year, all working to their respective level 2 or 3 apprenticeships and the practical side of the course is a significant part. Facilities include 22 installation bays where various commercial, industrial and domestic environments can be simulated to give students hands-on experience.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe feedback we\u2019ve had from students about the Knightsbridge kit has been both amazing and enlightening. They clearly respect working with quality equipment and therefore value what they\u2019re doing so much more. They have pinpointed things like \u2018good quality\u2019, \u2018smoother installation\u2019 and even working with the Knightsbridge kit as being \u2018the highlight of the course,\u201d continues Steven.<\/p>\n
Hannah Liscombe, Head of Marketing, comments:\u201d We are delighted to have been able to provide Bedford College and the students with this donation. And we are doubly pleased that not only have the students been extremely positive about the kit, but that we\u2019ve been able to support the students on their apprenticeship journey. It\u2019s a win-win for all concerned!\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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