LCL Awards Level 3 Award In the Installation and Maintenance of Small Scale Solar Photovoltaic Systems

Introduction

This is a nationally recognised qualification in the design, installation and maintenance requirements of small scale solar photovoltaic systems.

The qualification is developed from the National Occupational Standards and is recognised by the Micro-generation Certification Scheme (MCS) registration bodies as an acceptable qualification to join one of their respective schemes.

Course objectives/key benefits

To provide the knowledge, understanding and skills necessary to install, commission and maintain photovoltaic solar electrical panels and systems.

Who is the course aimed at?

Qualified or experienced electrical operatives over the age of 18 and who hold the relevant qualifications listed under the heading 'entry requirements/pre-requisites' below;

PLEASE NOTE: A course is available for anyone not involved in installing solar photovoltaic systems but who require a background knowledge. Please click here for details of the course.

Entry requirements/pre-requisites

This qualification is intended for qualified and practicing electricians age 18+. Prior to registering for the qualification, learners must provide evidence that they meet the qualification pre-requisites by holding a Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations BS 7671 (current edition) and one of the following:

• Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment (Buildings, Structures and the Environment)
• Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrotechnical Services (Electrical Installation or Maintenance)
• Level 3 Electrotechnical Apprenticeship Qualification
• Level 3 NVQ in Electrotechnical Services Experienced Worker
• Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification
• Level 3 Electrotechnical in Dwellings Experienced Worker Qualification
• Building Services Engineering (Level 3) Electrotechnical Installation Qualification
• SVQ in Electrical Installation at SCQF level 7
• Equivalent Qualifications - See Tables A4.7 and A4.8 of the EAS Qualifications Guide
• Current ECS Gold Card issued by the JIB or SJIB – Installation Electrician, Approved Electrician, Maintenance Electrician or Domestic Electrician.

Course content

This course covers the following;

• The solar resource
• System configurations
• Solar system design
• Solar modules
• Solar module mounting structures & arrays
• Electrical wiring of the solar system and associated components *
• Solar modules
• Grid-connected solar systems
• Charge controllers
• Batteries
• Practical PV wiring and maintenance sessions
• Sizing solar systems
• System testing & commissioning

PLEASE NOTE: Course delegates will not be installing panels during this course. For anyone wanting this type of training it is recommended that they contact a photo-voltaic solar panel manufacturer

Course duration

Four days

Training Method

Practical workshop and theory.

Assessment

Practical tasks and multiple-choice question paper(s).

Course Outcome/Qualification

Candidates who successfully complete the assessment will receive an LCL Awards Level 3 Award In the Installation and Maintenance of Small Scale Solar Photovoltaic Systems

Materials Required/Provided

Candidates will be provided with an LCL Awards Photovoltaic Solar manual

Prices

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