Solar Photovoltaic Systems

L3 Level 3
Part Time
21 January 2025 — 24 January 2025
City Centre Campus, Cardiff
This course is available at other locations or at different start dates/levels.

About this course

BPEC Level 3 Domestic Solar Photovoltaic Systems This four-day course has been developed by BPEC with the aim of providing electricians with the skills and knowledge required to install small scale photovoltaic (PV) systems. The course 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).

You could be eligible to study this course for free through PLA- see here

What you will study

The assessments for the training course consists of a multiple choice on-line examination and practical assessment in a simulated environment. 2x passport photographs and your qualification certificates must be brought with you on the first day of the course in order to sit the assessments on this course.

Course fee per year

Exam Fee: £65.50

Part-time enrolment fee: £10.00

Course Fee: £540.90

Entry requirements

Applicants must be conversant and have completed before applying for this course the latest version of the wiring regulations BS7671 Amendment 2022, and a L3 inspection and testing qualification.

To take this qualification applicants must be competent electricians and hold one of the following college and work-based qualifications.

Level 3 NVQ Electrical Qualification and AM2 (Trade) Certificate.

Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification and AM2 (Trade) Certificate.

Or

A current ECS Gold Card, as a JIB Electrician, or Approved Electrician.

Or

A current competent person scheme (NAPIT or NICIEC) member and L3 Inspection and Testing.

Stand-alone college only based L2 & L3 technical certificates/Vocationally Related Qualifications (VRQ) are NOT acceptable.

Important points

  • The College welcomes contact with parents/guardians of students who are under 18.
  • Additional support is available for students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
  • Cardiff and Vale College is committed to inclusion and values diversity. We are determined to promote equality of opportunity and to treat everyone fairly and with respect.
  • Cardiff and Vale College reserves the right to make changes to this course without prior notice.
  • Course fees are subject to change. Your fee will be confirmed prior to enrolment.
  • All courses are accurate at the time of upload or print.
  • Courses can only run if there are sufficient numbers.
  • Please note, if you choose three or more course choices, then you may be referred for a careers appointment first. This does not apply to A Level or GCSE choices.
Key information

Start date

21 January 2025

End date

24 January 2025

Time of day

Day Time

Part Time

32 hours per week

Location

City Centre Campus, Cardiff
Maps & directions

Course code

RTCC3PX2
L3

Qualification

EAL Level 3 Award In the Installation of Small Scale Solar Photovoltaic Systems

Career prospects & further study

Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment Installation course.

Locations

City Centre Campus, Cardiff
City Centre Campus, Cardiff

Automotive Centre,
City Centre Campus,
Dumballs Road,
Cardiff,
CF10 5FE