Solar PV (Photovoltaic Systems) Installation Course

Current Government energy policy, through The Department of Trade and Industry, together with The Department of Energy and Climate Change identifies that Photovoltaic Systems (PV) are an essential element for meeting carbon reduction targets by using the converted energy from the sun and has therefore recognised the need for qualified personnel to bring this technology into people’s homes. Renewably energy remains a key area for the future reduction of carbon emissions and up to 1.2 tonnes of carbon dioxide can be saved each year.

The NICEIC Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Certificate in Installing and Testing Domestic Photovoltaic Systems is currently one of the most highly regarded qualifications in the industry. The course itself is specifically designed to prepare delegates for both their written examination and their practical assessment that determines the candidates’ success on the course. It is designed for experienced practicing electricians and electrical professionals to be able to carry out the installation of solar PV systems in domestic environments.

The NICEIC Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Certificate is a nationally recognized and accredited award that can be used for obtaining MCS scheme certification and is more generally used as a form of evidence that the individual has the technical and practical ability to install and commission Solar PV systems. The course specifically teaches the underpinning knowledge and high skill level required to install typical, commercially available photovoltaic installations and covers other vital areas including relevant Building regulations that must be adhered to, MCS certification requirements and operating practices akin to installing solar PV systems. The NICEIC Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Certificate, is a high level electrical course and therefore it is assumed that you already a level of competence in electrical installation. It is suited to those who want to able to carry Solar PV system installations on domestic premises. However, if you do not already hold your Part P Domestic Installer Certificate (Part P) or are not familiar with the processes it is recommended that you consider attending our Part P course, as this course provides the ideal foundation that is recommended by NICEIC.

We therefore thoroughly recommend that anyone interested in attending this course holds a relevant qualification, please call for details of the requirements. We suggest that at the very minimum you hold a City & Guilds 17th Edition certificate as this electrical course is designed to offer specific, related skills to electricians who understand electrical terminology and to ensure they are conversant with Regulations needed to install Solar PV systems. The NICEIC Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Certificate provides delegates with thorough and intensive tutoring that gives the delegates the knowledge to be able to undertake domestic solar PV installations and the exams assess the candidate’s understanding of the underpinning knowledge. (The NICEIC Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Certificate)

• Photovoltaic systems
• Standards, Regulations, Guidelines, Codes of Practice
• PV safety
• System components
• Approvals
• Installation
• Commissioning and testing
• Customer care
• Install and commission a basic grid connected PV system
• Ensure work area is safe
• Carry out basic roofing techniques
• Position fix and install at height
• Position fix and install inverter, meter, customer display panel
• Label in accordance with G83/1 and G59/1
• Connect system to the grid through a domestic distribution board
• Carry out measurement of open circuit voltage and short circuit current for modules, strings and array both at end of installation and during installation process
• Undertake fault diagnosis on modules and array
• Undertake operational testing for an inverter

After this course most students undertake the City & Guilds 2391-20: Certificate in the Design, Erection and Verification of Electrical Installations, to go further with their training. If this is the case than we recommend completing both courses as a complete package.

Our electrical courses provide a clear progression route, helping learners to achieve the career goals they aspire to. Successful candidates can progress to higher level work during their career and can for example move on to work in the Building Services Industry in roles such as Project Management. This helps those who wish to, to progress from skilled occupations into technical, supervisory or managerial posts. The Level 3 City & Guilds 2391-20: Certificate in Design also provides candidates with a route to being able to design and verify electrical installations and gain even more lucrative work in the sector.

• City & Guilds 2391-10: Periodic Inspection and Testing of Electrical Installations Certificate (Level 3)
• City & Guilds 2391-20: Certificate in Design, Erection and Verification of Electrical Installations (Level 3)

Other courses that Access Training has gradually been developing more green energy related electrical courses:

• Solar Domestic Hot Water Heating Courses
• Energy Efficiency Courses
• Unvented Hot Water Systems Courses
• Ground Source Heat Pumps
• Air Source Heat Pumps
• EAL NVQ level 3 in Domestic Plumbing
• C&G 2382 17th Edition Wiring Regulations Electrical Course

Access Training is committed to the highest standards of customer focus and technical expertise, with a host of benefits including:

• Specialist, professionally qualified teaching staff with a wealth of industry experience.
• Enhanced Online Assessments, allowing students to sit exams with flexibility to fit around their speed of learning.

The main areas include:

• South Wales
  (Cardiff, Swansea, Newport, Bridgend)
• South of England
  (Bristol, Gloucester, Bath, Swindon, Oxford, Reading, Slough, London)
• The Midlands
  (Birmingham, Hereford, Worcester, Derby, Nottingham, Leicester)
• The South West
  (Devon, Cornwall, Exeter, Plymouth, Taunton)

Information regarding our plastering courses is available from our Course Advice Team. Please call for advice or leave your details and we’ll contact you!