City & Guilds Level 3 Installation and Maintenance of Solar PV Systems (2922-34) & Level 3 Small Electrical Energy Storage Systems (2923-34)

The 5-Day City & Guilds Solar PV and Battery Storage Course provides installers with a thorough understanding of the design, installation, and maintenance of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems and Electrical Energy Storage Systems (EESS) in domestic and small commercial settings.

The course aligns with the IET Code of Practice for Grid-Connected Solar PV Systems, relevant regulations, and the latest National Occupational Standards (NOS) SPV01, and is recognised by the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS).

This course is designed for qualified electricians seeking CPD in solar PV and EESS. It equips participants with the knowledge and skills to:

• Understand statutory legislation and compliance for EESS

• Design and specify battery and PV systems

• Install, inspect and test EESS

• Properly hand over PV and battery systems to clients

With rising electricity tariffs and evolving PV incentives, homeowners and small businesses are increasingly investing in solar PV and battery storage. Installers now have a unique opportunity to:

• Optimise existing installations for better returns

• Advise clients on maximising summer energy generation

• Guide clients on purchasing cheaper off-peak electricity during winter

Unlike manufacturer-specific seminars, this course provides a balanced, independent overview of multiple technologies and solutions, enabling informed decisions for both installers and clients.

The City and Guilds Solar PV Systems Course (Level 3) and Small Electrical Energy Storage Systems Course (EESS) (Level 3) 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.
• Electrical regulations including the IET Code of Practice.
• Safety and planning.
• Designing, specification, sizing, and installation of an EESS.
• 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.

Certification: City and Guilds Award in the Installation and Maintenance of Small Scale Solar PV Systems Plus Battery Storage Systems Certification.

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

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