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Course areas
ElectricalGreen Skills and Sustainability
Student type
Courses for 19+ students
Course type
Part-time Further Education course
Course level
Level 3

Course introduction

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This course provides 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).

Modules include:

  • 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

You can expect expert instruction, a comprehensive industry designed curriculum, engaging learning materials, interactive and practical learning opportunities, individual attention and support, assessment and feedback mechanisms, networking opportunities, and post-training support.

These elements combine to create a valuable and impactful learning experience.

Course information

Level 3 Award in Installation of Small Scale Solar Photovoltaic Systems

You must hold one of the following:

  • City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment (Buildings, Structures and the Environment) (2357)
  • City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrotechnical Services (Electrical Maintenance) (2357)
  • City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical qualification (5357)
  • City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ in Electrotechnical Services Experienced Worker (2356)
  • City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification (2346)
  • City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical in Dwellings Experienced Worker Qualification (2347)
  • Other Awarding Organisations equivalences will also be acceptable
  • Equivalent historical qualifications Electrotechnical Assessment Specification (see latest version link) or
  • ECS Gold Card issued by the JIB or SJIB – Installation Electrician, Maintenance Electrician, or Domestic Electrician

You will complete one online multiple-choice test which is externally set and marked and a practical assignment which is also externally set, internally marked and externally quality assured.

On successful completion of this qualification, you can progress on to City & Guilds Level 4 Award in the Design and Verification of Electrical Installations. As well as other CPD qualifications within Electrotechnical.

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