Installing & Testing Domestic Photovoltaic (PV) Systems Certificate
Overview:
This award is intended for qualified electricians who will be required to install grid connected domestic photovoltaic systems that are either integrated into, or retro onto, a domestic dwelling. It is concerned with domestic systems installation within prescribed specifications and therefore does not cover design or glazed or curtain wall systems.
Entry requirements:
To start you must be a practising qualified electrician.
If you are over 21 you may gain entry to the course subject to a successful interview, and will be considered individually on your experience rather than your qualifications.
Course content:
During the course you will cover topics including:
- Photovoltaic systems
- Standards, regulations, guidelines and code of practice
- PV safety
- System components
- Approvals
- Installation, commissioning, testing and fault finding.
Assessment methods:
Assessment is through an externally set and marked 1½ hour exam.
Further study/career options:
You can progress onto the 17th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations course or C & G 2391 Inspection and testing Part P.
Additional information:
This is a part-time course which runs over 4 days.