CITY AND GUILDS PHOTO-VOLTAIC SOLAR

INTRODUCTION

This City and Guilds 2372 Certificate is intended for qualified electricians who want to install grid connected domestic photovoltaic systems that are either integrated into, or retro fitted onto, a domestic property. It is concerned with domestic systems installation within prescribed specifications and therefore does not cover design or glazed or curtain wall systems.

COURSE OBJECTIVES/KEY BENEFITS

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 initiative and sees PV systems as an essential part of the Government energy policy.

WHO IS THE COURSE AIMED AT?

Qualified or experienced electrical operatives holding a minimum of a 17th Edition qualification. However, it is recommended that anyone looking to undertake this course also holds an Inspection and Testing qualification.

Anyone who has no electrical experience or qualifications, or for those wishing to update their existing knowledge, are highly recommended to undertake the Basic Electrics and the 17th Edition electrical courses prior to this one.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS/PRE-REQUISITES

It is expected that candidates will be practicing electricians and have appropriate qualifications related to electrical installation, knowledge of the IEE Wiring Regulations and inspection and testing. Therefore anyone undertaking this course must have a minimum qualification of a 17th Edition qualification. Anyone who has no electrical experience or qualifications, or for those wishing to update their existing knowledge, will need to undertake the Basic Electrics, Part P, and/or the 17th Edition electrical courses prior to this one.

COURSE CONTENT

* Photovoltaic systems
* Standards and Regulations/Guidelines and Codes of Practice
* PV system components
* Approvals Installations
* Commissioning and testing
* Customer care

COURSE DURATION

Four days

TRAINING METHOD

Practical workshop and theory

ASSESSMENT

Practical assessment and theory paper

COURSE OUTCOME/QUALIFICATION

Candidates who successfully complete the assessment will receive a City and Guilds Certificate in Installing and Testing Domestic Photovoltaic Systems

PRICES

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