Installation of small scale
Solar PV Systems
LEVEL 3
3 DAY COURSE | DAYTIME
This regulated qualification is for learners wishing to achieve a regulated qualification in the Installation and Maintenance of SPV.
£595 +VAT
FREE to Segen customers*
Why study with us?
Purpose built, state of the art training academy.
Segen Academy provide purpose-built facilities for trade skills with the latest industry standard equipment and facilities. Our specialist facility has gone through a substantial development, ensuring the highest quality learning environment for all students.
Expert tutors.
Our tutors are expert trainers with many years of experience working in industry. They will advise and support you every step of the way and you will get a real insight into your chosen qualification with a hands-on approach to learning.
Accredited courses, FREE to all Segen customers.*
As the UK’s leading solar and storage distributor, we feel we have an obligation to support the industry and our customers by providing best-in-class training. Our training mission is to help Segen installers differentiate themselves through the highest quality of training, and being recognised as the best in the market.
Training in Partnership with New City College. NCC are one of the largest provider of courses and training programmes.
Course
information.
Important information
Prior to starting the course, delegate must provide the following
- Proof of identity, e.g. driving licence. Copy of certificates all scanned to Academy Manager.
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ALL @ LEVEL 3 AND TO BE VERIFIED BY ACADEMY MANAGER BEFORE ACCEPTANCE ANY OTHER EVIDENCE TO BE ASSESSED BY ACADEMY MANAGER AND VERIFIED BY LCL
Delegates must bring the following things on day 1 of the course:
- Basic stationary (pen, pencil, ruler)
- A calculator
Sector Subject Area (SSA) & Industry Sector
Renewables Qualifications, Electrical Qualifications
Qualification Regulator(s) number
600/5775/0
C00/2509/6
Qualification Duration
35 GLH 35 TQT
Total Qualification Time (TQT) / Guided Learning Hours (GLH)
Qualification Unit Titles
- Know the requirements to install, commission and handover small scale solar photovoltaic systems
- Install, commission and handover small scale solar photovoltaic systems
- Know the requirements to inspect, service and maintain small scale solar photovoltaic systems
- Inspect, service and maintain small scale solar photovoltaic systems
Qualification Information
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This regulated qualification is for learners wishing to achieve a regulated qualification in the Installation and Maintenance of SPV. This qualification is in accordance with BS 7671 Requirements for Electrical Installations and the IET Code of Practice for Grid Connected Solar Photovoltaic Systems.
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Learners undertaking this qualification will typically be updating their electrotechnical sector competence or undertaking continuous professional development.
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This qualification has been updated to BS 7671:2018+A2:2022 and current industry requirements.
Learning Outcomes & Assessment Criteria:
Learner will:
- Know the health and safety risks and safe systems of work associated with solar photovoltaic system installation work.
- Know the requirements of the relevant regulations/ standards relating to practical installation, testing and commissioning activities for solar photovoltaic system installation work.
- Know the fundamental differences between AC and DC circuits within solar photovoltaic systems.
- Know the purpose of solar photovoltaic system components.
- Know the types, silicon characteristics and typical conversion efficiencies of solar photovoltaic modules.
- Know the fundamental design principles used to determine solar photovoltaic system module array size and position requirements.
- Know the preparatory work required for solar photovoltaic system installation work.
- Know the layouts and the requirements for installing solar photovoltaic module arrays.
- Know solar photovoltaic system DC and AC circuit installation layouts within the scope of the relevant Engineering Recommendation for grid tied systems.
- Know solar photovoltaic system protection techniques and components.
Prerequisites
This qualification is aimed at experienced and practicing electrical operatives. On application for the qualification, the Approved Centre (AO) will carry out an Initial Assessment of the learner’s capability to complete the qualification.
Learners holding the following will confirm their suitability to enrol on the qualification.
- Level 3 Electrotechnical vocational qualification which includes the initial verification and certification of electrical installations, and a
- BS 7671 Requirements for Electrical Installations (current edition) qualification.
Learners not holding the above qualifications, will be required to provide evidence to the AC of suitable alternative qualifications and/or provide confirmation of their related work experience, skills and knowledge of current electrical regulations. This evidence must be documented and retained by the AC.
Note:
For learners to meet the membership requirements of any competent person scheme, registration body or other professional recognition there may be additional requirements.
Examination and or Assessment Method(s)
- Multiple choice on-line examination
- Short written response questions
- Practical Assessments
Related Documents(s)
Standard Qualification Fee
£63.35
Excludes VAT were applicable
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Terms and Conditions:
*Courses FREE for Segen customers subject to the below:
On completion of your Segen course, you will need to place an order with a minimum value of £2000 + vat to qualify.
Upon shipment of your order, a credit will be applied to your account to the value of 20% of the value of the course completed. Â This credit can be redeemed against your next Segen order.
This mechanism will continue until 100% of the course value has been redeemed against Segen orders
The rebate will expire 6 months after the date on which the course was completed.
Segen reserve the right to amend / retract the rebate offer at any time.
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