City & Guilds Solar Photovoltaic Course 1

City & Guilds 2399-11 - Solar Photovoltaic Installers Course

2399-11 - Level 3 Award in the Installation of Small Scale Solar Photovoltaic Systems

Able Skills has gradually been implementing training courses which will fall in line with the Governments drive on protecting and enhancing the environment and tackling climate change and we are now at the stage where we have been able to open a dedicated Renewable Technology training centre.

About Photovoltaic Systems

Solar Photovoltaic (PV) uses energy from the sun to create electricity to run appliances and lighting.
PV systems use cells to convert solar radiation into electricity. When light shines on the cell it creates an electric field across the layers, causing electricity to flow, the greater the intensity of the light, the greater the flow of electricity.

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) sees PV systems as an essential part of Government energy policy and supports the recognition of qualified personnel within this initiative. There is now a huge drive towards this kind of renewable energy which will contribute to lowering emissions.

PV systems generate no greenhouse gases; a typical domestic system can save approximately 1.2 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions per year.

Training as a PV Installer

Training and Assessment to achieve this award is intended for qualified and/or practicing electricians who will be required to install grid connected domestic photovoltaic systems that are either integrated into, or retro onto, a domestic dwelling.

This course is for qualified electricians holding N/SVQ 3 in Electrical Installation (Buildings and Structures) or equivalent earlier certification that provides evidence of competence. In addition, BS 7671: 2008 Requirements for Electrical Installations (17th Edition) Certification.

This Electrical course and award has been designed to offer specific skills and knowledge to electricians to ensure they are conversant with Regulations and Code of Practice related to Photovoltaic (PV) systems and also offers an overview of other current environmental technologies.

This 5 day course will provide you with the training and assessment to ensure that you have the skills to install, commission & handover small scale grid connected domestic photovoltaic systems.

Both theory and practical training takes place within Able Skills purpose built Environmental Technologies Training Centre which has been approved by the National Skills Academy to form part of the NSA Hub - The accredited training network for environmental technologies.

2399-11 - Level 3 Award in the Installation of Solar Photovoltaic Systems

City & Guilds 2399-11 - Solar Photovoltaic Installers Course

2399-11 - Level 3 Award in the Installation of Small Scale Solar Photovoltaic Systems

City & Guilds are the leading provider of accredited qualifications in the UK and are always at the forefront of new technical training with industry recognised qualifications which applies to this PV System qualification.

This qualification will allow candidates to be recognised as competent in the field of Solar PV Systems and play a vital role in the use of renewable energy as this market continually grows.

MCS

Microgeneration-Certification Scheme (MCS) and Competent Person Scheme Providers

The purpose of the Microgeneration Certification Scheme is to evaluate microgeneration products and installers against robust criteria providing greater protection for consumers.

This scheme has the approval from the Department of Energy and Climate Change, industry and non-governmental groups as a prime method for making a substantial contribution to cutting the UK's dependency on fossil fuels and carbon dioxide emissions.

To join a MCS "Microgeneration Certificate Scheme" an appropriate and recognised PV System qualification must be held. In order to achieve this, it is expected that candidates applying to undertake this qualification have appropriate qualifications related to electrical installation, knowledge of the IEE Wiring Regulations and inspection and testing.

The award is designed to offer specific skills and knowledge to electricians to ensure they are conversant with the Regulations and Codes of Practice related to PV systems. The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) supports the recognition of qualified personnel within this field and sees PV systems as an essential part of the Government energy policy.

The introduction of Feed in Tariffs (FITs), the government backed support measure, has been designed to increase the uptake of Microgeneration and help deliver the UK's 2020 renewable energy targets. FITs provide those generating renewable energy with 20 year - or 25 years for Solar PV - guaranteed per unit support payments (p/kWh) for electricity generation.

2399-11 - Level 3 Award in the Installation of Small Scale Solar Photovoltaic Systems

This 5 day course requires both classroom and practical training and assessment. Candidates are required to wear safety boots but all other PPE requirements are provided by Able Skills for use throughout the course.

2399-11 Units and Assessments

2399-201 - Understand the Fundamental Principles and Requirements of Environmental Technology Systems - Multiple Choice GOLA on-line tests

2399-311 - Know the requirements to install, commission and handover small scale solar photovoltaic systems - Multiple Choice GOLA on-line tests

2399-312 - Install, commission and handover small scale solar photovoltaic systems - Assignment (Results Entry)

Training and assessment will cover

• Working principles of micro-renewable energy and water conservation technologies

• Requirements of building location/building features for the potential to install micro-renewable energy and water conservation systems to exist

• Regulatory requirements relating to micro-renewable energy and water conservation technologies

• Advantages and disadvantages associated with micro-renewable energy and water conservation technologies

• Health and safety risks and safe systems of work associated with solar photovoltaic system installation work

• Relevant regulations/ standards relating to practical installation, testing and commissioning activities for solar
photovoltaic system installation work

• A.C and D.C circuits within solar photovoltaic systems

• Purpose of solar photovoltaic system components

• Types, silicon characteristics and typical conversion efficiencies of solar photovoltaic modules

• Design principles used to determine solar photovoltaic system module array size and position requirements

• Preparatory work required for solar photovoltaic system installation work

• Layouts and the requirements for installing solar photovoltaic module arrays

• Solar photovoltaic system D.C and A.C circuit installation layouts within the scope of the relevant engineering recommendation for grid tied systems

• Solar photovoltaic system protection techniques and components

• Requirements to test and commission solar photovoltaic systems

• Requirements to hand over solar photovoltaic systems

This is a comprehensive 5 day training course and you will be assessed via City & Guilds devised assignments and GOLA On-Line tests. Successful candidates will receive C&G certification to confirm their ability to install and commission Solar PV systems.

Additionally, there is also the opportunity to undertake a 7 day City & Guilds PV course which will cover the units mentioned above plus an additional 2 units relating to service and maintenance of PV equipment. This alternative option will enable any installer to implement a programme of maintenance for their customers.

Visit us before you book

Renewable Technology requirements are fast becoming popular in the UK and there are a variety of training options available from varying training providers. If you are looking to invest in training for Solar PV and you want to get it right, we encourage you to take the time and come and visit Able Skills Renewable Technologies Training Centre.

We are open 7 days every week from 08.30 - 16.30. Come and have a look at our facilities, chat to instructors and students. We do not employ a sales team so there will be no hard sell, just an opportunity for you to have a look around and to help you decide if Able Skills is where you want to train.

2399-11 - Level 3 Award in the Installation of Small Scale Solar Photovoltaic Systems

Cost and Duration of City & Guilds Solar Photovoltaic Course 1

Duration: 5 Days

• Cost: £595.00 Inc VAT
• £200 Deposit payable
• Please call us for our easy installment plans.

 

Additional Information

Able Skills is open 7 days every week and most courses can be completed either through the week (Mon-Fri) or at weekends (Sat-Sun) – Please call for details

A deposit will secure your start date and any balance can be paid on the start date or spread over the period of your training – Interest Free!

For all workshop based training and/or assessment we recommend suitable clothing and for your safety, protective footwear is essential.

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