BPEC Solar PV Installer (Including Battery Storage Systems) Course

This 4 day BPEC Solar PV Installer qualification is for those wishing to achieve a nationally recognised qualification in the installation and maintenance of small scale grid tied Photovoltaic systems. It is based on the National Occupational Standards and is recognised and accepted by the Microgeneration Certification Scheme.

With the changes in the PV tariffs, customers are going to be looking at other ways to reap extra returns from their PV Energy Systems.

Installers now have a golden opportunity to revisit past installs and advise clients on maximising the potential returns on their Solar PV System in the summer months and purchasing cheaper off peak electricity in the winter.

Unlike a manufacturers seminar, our course gives you a balanced view of the different manufacturers offerings allowing you to make an informed decision about the best solutions for you and you customer.

The BPEC Solar PV Course and the Eco Cert Battery Storage Systems Course run together to give an overall view of the technologies.

Course Content

This course covers everything a Solar PV installer needs:

• Solar PV resource assessment (inc .new performance calcs)
• Grid connection requirements
• AC & DC electrical theory & practical for Solar PV
• Basic roofing structures &integrity issues
• Hands-on Solar PV Panel Mounting
• Mechanical installation of roof fixings
• Setting to work/commissioning
• System testing
• Paperwork and test forms
• Introduction to EESS (Electrical Energy Storage Systems).
• Understand different components and architectures involved.
• EESS applications and operating states.
• AC vs DC Battery systems.
• Identify different batteries and their characteristics suitable for EESS.
• Safety and planning.
• Designing, specification, sizing, and installation of an EESS.
• Financial incentives, payback
• Solar PV system maintenance
• Handover packs & customer care

Entry Requirements: Must be a fully qualified electrician or on a registered Competent Person Scheme.

Certification:

BPEC QCF Level 3 Award in the Installation and Maintenance of Small Scale Solar PV Systems Plus Eco Cert Battery Storage Systems.

Price includes certification and work books that are issued on the courses.

Locations available: Chesterfield – GRE Energy Training, Unit 70, M1 Commerce Park, Markham Lane, Duckmanton, Chesterfield, S44 5HS.