Small Solar Photovoltaic Systems (2922)

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Last Updated: 27 Nov 2024

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This qualification provides a comprehensive understanding of the specific and supplementary requirements related to the design, installation, and maintenance of solar photovoltaic systems, in domestic and small commercial settings. These requirements align with the current IET Code of Practice for Grid-Connected Solar Photovoltaic Systems and the most relevant Regulations in relation to solar PV infrastructure.

This qualification is aligned with the MCS requirements.

This qualification is designed as CPD for qualified electricians to be able to install and maintain small solar PV systems. By completing this qualification, electricians can enhance their expertise in regard to solar PV infrastructure, with the aim of ensuring safe and efficient installations.

Available to deliver in the following:

England

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General Information

What Is Involved In Studying This Course?

The qualification covers

key documentation and legislation in relation to design and installation of solar photovoltaic (PV)
safety features of solar PV electrical systems
characteristics of solar PV systems, components and architectures
design and installation considerations solar PV systems
elements of testing, commission and handover solar PV systems
understanding of the use of micro-generation and EESS as part of prosumer’s electrical installations

Candidates will be assessed by on-demand multiple choice tests (available through the City & Guilds assessment platform e-volve) and practical assignments.

What Careers Can This Lead To?

Our qualifications can lead directly into employment opportunities in the growing green technologies market withing the Building Engineering Services sector, offering learners the chance to develop supplementary skills and knowledge to a high standard recognised by the industry.

What Is Involved With Delivering This Course?

To deliver these qualifications you will need qualified assessors and suitable facilities – The requirements for these can be found in the qualification handbook.

Level 3

Level 3 Award in the Installation and Maintenance of Small Solar Photovoltaic Systems (2922-34)

Last Registration Date: 31 Dec 2027

Level 3 Award in the Installation and Maintenance of Small Solar Photovoltaic Systems

Accreditation No: Data unavailable This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
Type: VRQ This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
Credits: Data unavailable Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
Guided Learning Hours: Data unavailable This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
Total Qualification Time: Data unavailable The total time for the qualification
Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
Last Certification: 31/12/2030 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
Qualification fees in the UK: TBC, please speak to your Account Manager for further information Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.

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Interested in delivering this qualification?

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Additional documents

Electrotechnical permitted reference materials v2-7 pdf 234 KB 07 Nov 2024

Assessment materials

Centre documents

2922-34 Level 3 Solar PV Qualification Handbook v1-0 pdf 409 KB 07 Nov 2024

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Small Solar Photovoltaic Systems (2922)