Solar radiation and PV fundamentals, system design principles, component selection, electrical design, installation techniques, safety procedures, grid connection requirements, testing and commissioning, documentation and compliance.
About this qualification
This solar training was previously delivered through E-tec and is now offered through Skills Trades Training, with the same course and the same NZQA recognition.
SEANZ (Sustainable Energy Association of New Zealand) endorses this course, which gives you the skills and knowledge to solve basic problems in PV systems, design grid-connected PV systems, and install and commission grid-connected PV systems.
You'll learn practical techniques for sizing systems, selecting the right gear, and getting installations connected to the grid. All the skills you need to take on solar jobs with confidence.
Course topics covered
Who should take this course
This course is designed for registered electricians, electrical engineers, and electrical inspectors who want to add solar PV skills to their expertise. Essential foundation training for anyone looking to work in New Zealand's growing solar industry.
Outcome of the course
NZQA Level 4 Micro-credential 4556 (10 credits).
This course is endorsed by SEANZ (Sustainable Energy Association of New Zealand).
By completing the Grid-Connected Battery Storage Systems (GCBS) micro-credential, along with the Grid-connected Photovoltaic Systems (GCPV) micro-credential, you will gain the necessary knowledge, training, skills, and experience to become an Electrician, Electrical Engineer, or Electrical Inspector: Endorsed Mains Parallel Generation Systems. You must have held Registration for at least two years to receive the endorsement.
At the end of this learning package, learners will be able to:
- Plan the design of battery storage systems for grid-connected photovoltaic systems.
- Design battery storage systems for grid-connected photovoltaic systems.
- Plan for the installation, maintenance or fault finding of battery storage systems for grid-connected PV systems.
- Carry out the installation, maintenance and fault-finding of battery storage systems for grid-connected PV systems. Grid-connected Battery storage Systems
- Document the installation, maintenance or fault finding of battery storage systems for grid-connected PV systems.
Course structure
3-day course – 8am to 4.30pm
Self-paced online learning – 76 hours approx. (with Tutor support) must be completed prior to attendance at the in-person course.
What you will learn
- Solve basic problems in photovoltaic systems
- Design grid-connected PV systems that meet NZ standards
- Select appropriate components and equipment
- Install and commission grid-connected PV systems
- Carry out system testing and performance verification
- Complete proper documentation and compliance procedures
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