BPEC OR CITY AND GUILDS - SMALL SCALE SOLAR VOLTAIC COURSE
The course aims to provide the knowledge and skills to be able to design, install, inspect & test and maintain a solar photovoltaic system. The course comprises both theory and practical. Candidates will be expected to carry out the electrical testing required for the system and fit a panel to an existing simulated roof mounting system. The course does not cover the work involved with carrying out structural surveys, requirements for scaffolding, calculations relating to structural strength of roofing systems, brackets and fixings, weather sealing or wind loads. Upon successful completion of the course candidates will receive a BPEC or City and Guilds certificate which is one element for membership of a Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS).
The course is delivered as a three day block. When combined with the EESS (Battery Storage) the course is delivered across five days.
The course is aimed at qualified electricians and as such candidates must:
hold a BS 7671: 2018 Requirements for Electrical Installations (current edition) qualification (please supply copy of certificate)
AND
hold a formal craft qualification e.g. N/SVQ 3 in Electrical Installation (Buildings and Structures) or Equivalent historical qualifications (as found in EAS Table 4B/4C) Electrotechnical Assessment Specification Guide August 2023 (please supply copies of certificates)
OR
hold a ECS Gold Card, JIB Electrician or Approved Electrician Card
Candidates are provided with a course book (when completing the BPEC course) and should also hold a copy of the latest edition of the IET Code of Practice for Grid Connected Photovoltaic Systems (provided as part of the City and Guilds Course) which can be ordered in advance from our centre. Candidates are required to bring two passport style photographs of themselves which will be used on the associated membership cards produced. Assessments include practial, exam and written assignments. Candidates must also bring safety work boots and wear suitable clothing to access our roof model.
Recommended book list
IET Inspection and Testing Guidance Note 3.
IET 18th Edition Wiring Regulations BS7671.
if you are completing the combined Solar and Battery Course click HERE to find out about the Electrical Energy Storage Systems (Battery) Course.
Industry Partnered
There is only so much you can learn in three days in our simulated environment. As with all electrical work, the hard bit is doing it professionally. We are partnered with Seven Hills Solar (https://www.sevenhillssolar.co.uk/) who are committed to working with us to ensure operatives in this sector carry out work to the highest standard. Candidates successfully completing our training can enjoy paid sub contractual work experience with Jon Cowdrill from Seven Hills. No need to do additional installation training on simulated environments. You can work alongside an experienced installer and see first hand how to tackle various installations types from concrete tiles to slate to ground mounted to commercial metal roofs. Seven Hill offer paid work experience with opportunities you can build on over time and hopefully, moving forward you will enjoy future working partnerships. Please note, you must agree the conditions of any sub contractual work including insurance arrangements and CIS registration.
COURSE DETAILS
Duration: 3 Day Block Course Small Scale Solar PV only
Day and time of course: Monday - Wednesday 9am - 4.30pm.
Final registration date: 2 weeks before course begins.
COST INCLUDING EXAM FEE
£ 590+ VAT = £708
If completing the Combined Small Scale Solar and Battery Storage Course Combined candidates benefit from a discount on the cost of the two course procured separately.
Duration: 5 Day Block Course Solar PV and EESS Battery Course Combined
Day and time of course: Monday - Friday 9am - 4.30pm.
Final registration date: 2 weeks before course begins.
£ 895+ VAT = £1074
Due to high demand and limited spaces payment in full is required to secure your place on booking.
Book this course in 3 simple steps.
1. Download and look at our 'Programmes and Costs' PDF to verify which course you would like to attend, the starting date and the costs.
2. Then complete our 'Booking form' either online or download and print it here.
3. Send payment to:
Arena Training Centre Ltd, Unit 1, Coleford Road Business Centre, Darnall, Sheffield, S9 5NF
Please make cheques payable to Arena Training Centre Limited or you can pay via card over the telephone or in person.
Still not sure which course is right?
Call us on 0114 2562 007 and we can advise you.
Please note
These courses will run when we have sufficient numbers. Course to be paid for when booking unless prior arrangements have been made. Postponements within seven days of the start of the course will incur a cost of £50.00 plus VAT. No refund on cancellations within seven days of the start of the course.
