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Domestic Solar PV Installer

Course code: P12393

Subject area: Construction

Study level: Part Time

Course level:

Course details

Course time:

09:00 - 16:00

Days of week:

Monday to Wednesday

Course date:

11th May 2026 - 13th May 2026

Course location:

Abingdon Campus

Contact details

Email:

enquiries@abingdon-witney.ac.uk

Phone:

01235 555 585

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The aim of this course is to provide electricians with the skills and knowledge required to install small scale photovoltaic (PV) systems. The qualification 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).
On this course you will cover the following units:
• 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
Course units
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
What next?
The Net Zero Skills Hub also has a range of introductory and accredited courses to develop your knowledge and skills.

Following this course you would usually complete the Electrical Energy Storage Systems Course.

Entry criteria
Learners must be competent electricians and hold one of the qualifications listed below and BS 7671: 2018 Requirements for Electrical Installations (18th Edition) qualification:

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment (Buildings, Structures and the Environment) (2357)Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrotechnical Services (Electrical Maintenance)(2357)Level 3 Electrotechnical Qualification (5357)Level 3 in Electrotechnical Services Experienced Worker (2356)Level 3 NVQ in Electrotechnical Services – Electrical Installation (Building and Structures)Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification.(2346)Level 3 Electrotechnical in DwellingsEAL Building Services Engineering (Level 3) – Electrotechnical InstallationEquivalent historical qualifications. See EAS Table 4B/4C, and the EAS Qualifications Guide ECS Gold Card (for domestic electrician), JIB Electrician (Not PAT tester only) or Approved Electrician CardOther Awarding Organisations equivalences will also be acceptable

For learners in Scotland:Any of the above orSVQ in Electrical Installation at SCQF level 7 and up to date BS 7671 Requirements for Electrical Installations

Fee information
Course fee is £695. There may be government funding available for part/all of the course fees - please contact the college for more information.

19+ Fee:

£695.00

Qualifications received
Recognised as a demonstration of competence for the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS).

Certificates are normally valid for 5 years.

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