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Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems
NICEIC Certificated
How to select, install and maintain a range of Solar Photovoltaic systems suitable for the UK market.
Description
Photovoltaic panels convert the sun's energy into electricity through the use of semiconductors. Photovoltaic panels make no noise and have no moving parts, which makes them maintenance free. Most houses have the space to install a starter system that can easily be added to by connecting panels together to make an array. This course, carrying nationally recognised certification, covers the range of Solar Photovoltaic systems suitable for domestic properties in the UK, explains the various system configurations, components and operating characteristics and will give participants the knowledge, skills and confidence to select, install and maintain appropriate systems.
Who it’s for
Those involved in the building services and construction sectors who want to become involved in the advising, designing and installing of domestic Solar Photovoltaic systems.
Entry Requirements
None. But entrants are expected to have electrical experience equivalent to domestic installer (Part P) level.
Contents
- The solar (environmental) resource
- Solar PV systems suitable for domestic properties in the UK
- Solar PV system design and specifications
- Grid-connected and non-grid systems
- Electrical wiring of systems and associated components
- Charge controllers
- Batteries
- Sizing Solar PV systems
- Mounting structures for arrays
- Installation of Solar PV systems
- System testing and commissioning
- Maintenance of solar PV systems
- Government grants and funding bodies
Note: includes the NICEIC Working at Heights and NICEIC Manual handling qualifications, which are a prerequisite of this certificate.
Duration
3 days.
Outcomes
Having successfully completed the course you will receive the nationally recognised NICEIC Solar Photovoltaic (Solar PV) Certificate.
Supporting publications
All necessary course material is provided.
Domestic arrangements
Candidates will be provided with a light lunch and refreshments on each day of attendance.
Regulatory requirement?
No.
Progression routes
- Wind Turbines
- Solar Hot Water Heating Systems
- Ground Source Heat Pumps
- Air Source Heat Pumps
- Rainwater Harvesting
