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).
The Grid-Connected Photovoltaic Systems (GCPV) micro-credentials will be accepted as the New Zealand Qualified Pathway for gaining a Mains Parallel Generation Systems licence endorsement by EWRB.
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.
Course Dates
7th July – AUCKLAND
21st July – AUCKLAND
4th August – AUCKLAND
11th August – CHRISTCHURCH
1st September – AUCKLAND
8th September – CHRISTCHURCH
15th September – AUCKLAND
29th September – AUCKLAND
6th October – CHRISTCHURCH
3rd November – AUCKLAND
10th November – CHRISTCHURCH