Chevron Training’s Solar PV course offering comprises of two distinct programmes: Implementation of Micro Scale Solar PV Systems and the Electrical Installation and Commissioning of Microgenerators.
Further information pertaining to each of these programmes is detailed hereunder.
Implementation of Micro Scale Solar PV Systems
Purpose:
Equip the learner with the relevant knowledge, skill and competence to implement micro scale solar photovoltaic (PV) projects, up to 11kW.
Objectives:
- Acquire factual knowledge of Solar PV systems
- Demonstrate the technical and practical skills required for Solar PV installations
- Obtain specific knowledge skills about domestic or small commercial Solar PV sites
- Undertake all aspects of the implementation of micro scale Solar PV systems independently and without supervision.
Syllabus:
- Photovoltaic cell technologies
- Solar PV output
- Planning requirements for Solar PV installations
- Legislative and regulatory considerations
- Maintenance requirements for Solar PV systems
- Identification of potential hazards during the installation process
- Health and Safety requirements
- Installation sequence for Solar PV systems
- Considerations for roof-mounted Solar PV systems
- Roof loading and load bearing capacity
- Tools
- Feasibility study and Design layout
- Conformance and testing of Solar PV systems
Electrical Installation and Commissioning of Microgenerators
It is essential that candidates participating on the Electrical Installation and Commissioning of Microgenerators course will have obtained the appropriate qualifications related to electrical installation, knowledge of the IEE Wiring Regulations and inspection and testing.
Purpose:
Equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to perform electrical installation, connection, testing and commissioning of micro generators with type approved network interfaces.
Objectives:
- Acquire factual knowledge about microgeneration systems and their characteristics
- Demonstrate knowledge of theoretical concepts and abstract thinking pertinent to the electrical design and installation of microgenerators
- Implement work practices and select appropriate equipment for domestic or small commercial microgeneration installation
- Obtain specific knowledge and skills about domestic or small commercial microgeneration installation
Syllabus:
- Characteristics of microgeneration systems
- Characteristics of generator types
- Solar PV module types and arrays
- Wind turbine types
- Output controls
- Standards and regulations
- Product requirements
- Identifying hazards
- Network connection requirements
- Signage and labelling requirements
- Battery systems
- Minimum capacities for electrical components
- Programme inverters
- Commissioning Solar PV systems and rotating generator systems
