Grid-Connected Photovoltaic Systems (GCPV)
Topics Covered:
- Introduction and WHS
- DC Electricity
- Solar Radiation
- PV Cells
- AC Electricity
- PV Modules
- Inverters
- PV Mounting Systems
- Balance of System Equipment
- Energy Assessment
- Site Survey
- Matching Array & Inverter
- System Protection
- Cable Design
- System Efficiency & Yield
- System Installation
- System Commissioning
- Maintenance & Troubleshooting
- Economics of GC PV Systems
- Commercial and Utility PV Systems
Outcome of the course
NZQA Level 4 Micro-credential 4555 (10 credits).
This course is endorsed by SEANZ (Sustainable Energy Association of New Zealand).
By completing the Grid-Connected Photovoltaic Systems (GCPV) micro-credential, along with the Grid-connected Battery Storage Systems (GCBS) 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.
Prerequisite requirements
Registered Electrician, Registered Electrical Engineer or Registered Electrical Inspector.
Course Structure
3-day course – 8.30am to 4.30pm
Self-paced online learning – 76 hours approx. (with Tutor support) must be completed prior to attendance at the in-person course.
Course Cost
$1,552.50 GST Incl.
A printed version of the course material is available on request. $200 GST Incl.
*Note prices are inclusive of GST and are subject to change without notice.