Description
This regulated qualification is for those wishing to achieve a nationally recognised qualification in the installation and maintenance of small scale photovoltaic systems. This qualification is based upon the National Occupational Standards as published by industry and is recognised by the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) registration bodies as an acceptable qualification to join the scheme. Learners undertaking this qualification will typically be updating their current competence or undertaking continuous professional development.
What you will learn
Course Content
The health and safety risks and safe systems of work associated with solar photovoltaic (PV) system installation work.
The requirements of the relevant regulations/ standards relating to practical installation, testing and commissioning activities for solar PV installation work.
The fundamental differences between AC and DC circuits within solar PV systems.
The purpose of solar PV system components.
The types, characteristics and typical conversion efficiencies of solar photovoltaic modules.
The fundamental design principles used to determine solar PV system module array size and position requirements.
The preparatory work required for solar PV system installation work.
Solar PV system DC and AC circuit installation layouts within the scope of the relevant Engineering Recommendation for grid tied systems.
Solar PV system protection techniques and components.
The requirements to test and commission solar PV systems.
The requirements to handover solar PV systems.
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