Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Installer Course overview
Logic4training’s Solar PV Installer course is designed to provide an entry level qualification for experienced domestic/commercial operatives wishing to include solar photovoltaics in their scope of works. The Solar PV course meets the training entry requirements for the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS).
Alternatively Logic4training’s Solar PV Designer course can be undertake by operatives who do not have the relevant qualifications and experience, but need an understanding of solar photovoltaics to manage, design or specify systems for others to install. All of the content of the Solar PV Design course is covered on the Solar PV Installation course.
Thanks to legally binding targets to cut carbon and the introduction of Feed in Tariffs (FiTs), solar photovoltaics (PV) is a natural development for the electrical market and should be considered by any electrical installation company or engineer. Visit our renewable energy blog renewable energy blog posts for regular updates on what is happening in the green energy sector.
The cost of the course includes training, assessment, the certification and a course manual.
Entry requirements
Operatives must be experienced in the design and installation of domestic single phase circuits, plus issuing the appropriate documentation (electrical installation certificate, schedule of inspections and schedule of test results). It is also essential that the operative holds a qualification that demonstrates their knowledge and understanding of BS7671:2008(2011) 17th Edition Wiring Regulations. They must also have a sound knowledge and understanding of the Building Regulations Part P.
Typically, eligible candidates will be those who hold an Electrotechnical NVQ level 3 or a Full Scope Part P qualification and 17th Edition Wiring Regulations, with at least 2 years experience.
Do I need this course?
The Solar PV Installer course is intended for experienced electricians who wish to up-skill to include solar PV in their offering.
Solar PV course content/syllabus
The course covers the predominant solar PV systems (grid connected). Training does not feature all possible variants of this subject and manufacturer’s support and guidance should always be sought when fitting equipment. The following topics are covered:
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Background to market and grant funding routes (including MCS)
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Regulations and standards
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Health & Safety considerations
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AC & DC theory
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PV cell types and benefits
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PV external and internal site survey requirements
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Solar PV circuit design
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PV system design and integration
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Setting to work and commissioning
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Solar PV servicing and fault finding
The Solar PV training is not intended to cover roof or access work in detail other than to highlight legislative requirements. It is therefore recommend that Solar Photovoltaic installers also complete the Logic4training Working at Heights course.
Operatives who book on to the Working at Height course at the same time as Solar PV course will then receive the Working at Height course at the reduced price of £100 + vat.
Logic4training’s Solar PV Installer course includes a practical and a written assessment. The written paper takes the form of a multiple choice question paper and a design scenario. Successful candidates will be issued with a Logic Certification Solar Photovoltaic Installer certificate. Operatives who chose to atend the Solar PV Designer course will not complete the practical assessment.
Reading required?
A course manual is supplied during the course and the following documents provide useful background reading:
