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The course is specifically aimed at existing practising electricians, electrical technicians, and engineers with experience of electrical installations, and associated inspection and testing and giving them the necessary training to upskill their existing skills to install EESS. 

It will allow electricians and employers expand their commercial installation offer and contribute to Net Zero ambitions for the West Midlands. 

Electrical Energy Storage Systems (EESS) course offers a comprehensive curriculum tailored to meet the specific needs of experienced electricians, electrical technicians, and engineers. Participants will gain expertise in various aspects of EESS, including solar panels. Here’s a more detailed overview of the course content:

  • 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
  • Control and power requirements
  • Assessments normally consist of a combination of practical and theory examinations.

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

    System commissioning and handover to client

Trainees should hold a formal craft qualification e.g. N/SVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (Buildings and Structures) and BS 7671: 2018 Requirements for Electrical Installations (18th Edition) qualification.

or

equivalent earlier certification that includes Inspection & Testing and current BS 7671: 2018 Requirements for Electrical Installations (18th Edition) qualification.

Trainees can also enrol for the course if they meet the requirements of the Electrotechnical Assessment Specification (EAS).

Standalone technical certificates/vocationally related qualifications (VRQ) (non-competency based) are NOT acceptable.

BPEC accredited EESS

Assessments normally consist of a combination of practical and theory examinations.

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

This course is free through WMCA funding, subject to eligibility

Course Information

Cost: FREE* subject to eligibility criteria. Full course cost- £765 (No VAT charged)

Duration: 3 days

Mandatory Entry Requirements: See Mandatory Entry Requirements

Funding: See Grants and Funding

How to Apply

Call 01922 663600 for course dates.

Upcoming Start Dates

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