City & Guilds Level 3 Award in Installation and Maintenance of Small Solar Photovoltaic Systems – 2922-34

This 3 day City & Guilds Solar Photovoltaic Systems Course is for those wanting to achieve a nationally recognised certification in the design, installation and maintenance of small scale grid tied Photovoltaic systems. It is recognised and accepted by the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS).

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.

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
• Financial incentives, payback
• Solar PV system maintenance
• Handover packs & customer care

Entry Requirements:

Learners must hold one of the following:
• City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment
(Buildings, Structures and the Environment) (2357)
• City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrotechnical Services (Electrical Maintenance)
(2357)
• City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical qualification (5357)
• City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ in Electrotechnical Services Experienced Worker (2356)
• City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification (2346)
• City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical in Dwellings Experienced Worker Qualification
(2347)
• Other Awarding Organisations equivalences will also be acceptable
• Equivalent historical qualifications Electrotechnical Assessment Specification (see latest
version link)
or
• ECS Gold Card issued by the JIB or SJIB – Installation Electrician, Maintenance
Electrician, or Domestic Electrician.

For all learners, the qualifications above must have been achieved no more than 5 years prior to starting this qualification or there must be evidence the learner has remained current by holding the latest edition of the Wiring regulations qualification.

Candidates must bring the Code of Practice for Solar PV with them when attending this course.

Certification: Level 3 Award in the Installation and Maintenance of Small Solar Photovoltaic Systems

Price includes exam fees, 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.