Solar Photovoltaic Systems, NOS Mapped

BPEC has developed this course with the aim of providing electricians with the skills and knowledge required to install small scale photovoltaic (PV) systems. The course has been structured to meet the requirements of the National Occupational Standards and is recognised as a demonstration of competence for the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS).

Description

Our training facilities are unique and custom built to include a realistic working environment and simulated the workplace. This course is a requirement of the Minimum Technical Competency document for PV installers and is recognised by the MCS operators as evidence of suitable training.

This 3 day course will enable candidates to select the most appropriate solar Photovoltaic system for a property to meet the client’s needs and to commission and handover the system. It will also provide an understanding of all the legal issues surrounding the installation of these systems and guidance on completion and submission of all the appropriate notifications.

Prerequisites

Qualified Electricians Only

Learners must be competent electricians and hold one of the qualifications listed below and BS 7671:

2018 Requirements for Electrical Installations (18th Edition) qualification

1. Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment (Buildings, Structures and the Environment) (2357)

2. Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrotechnical Services (Electrical Maintenance)(2357)

3. Level 3 Electrotechnical Qualification (5357)

4. Level 3 in Electrotechnical Services Experienced Worker (2356)

5. Level 3 NVQ in Electrotechnical Services - Electrical Installation (Building and Structures)

6. Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification.(2346)

7. Level 3 Electrotechnical in Dwellings

8. EAL Building Services Engineering (Level 3) - Electrotechnical Installation

9. Equivalent historical qualifications. See EAS Table 4B/4C, and the EAS Qualifications Guide

10. ECS Gold Card (for domestic electrician), JIB Electrician (Not PAT tester only) or Approved Electrician Card

• Other Awarding Organisations equivalences will also be acceptable

For learners in Scotland: Any of the above or

• SVQ in Electrical Installation at SCQF level 7 + Up to date BS 7671 Requirements for Electrical Installations

Stand-alone technical certificates/vocationally related qualifications (VRQ) (non-competency based) are NOT acceptable.

Trainees can enrol for the course if they meet the requirements of the Electro technical Assessment Specification (EAS) and have a minimum 2 years’ experience with demonstrable evidence as well as being a member of a Competent Person Scheme (CPS).

*Candidates are required to bring with them two passport photographs.

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PPE Minimum: Overalls and Safety footwear

Content

The course covers:

  • Photovoltaic panels in context of renewable technologies
  • How a Photovoltaic system works – principles and components
  • Design of a PV system
  • Installation of a PV system
  • Commissioning and Client Hand Over
  • Maintenance and Fault Finding
  • Control and power requirements
  • System commissioning and handover to client

Certification

Certificates are normally valid for 5 years.

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