Stand Alone Power Systems

Course Code HSSUEE0008

Duration
  • Part Time
  • 6 days
Delivery
  • On Campus
  • Online
Intakes
Campus
  • Moorabbin

This course is not available for International Students

Overview

This course is designed for electricians to gain the required skills to design and install stand-alone power systems (off-grid PV).

Career Opportunities

  • Obtain CEC CPD points
  • Accredited CEC stand-alone power systems design and installer

Pathway to further studies

  • UEE43322 - Certificate IV in Electrical - Renewable Energy

Entry Requirements

To be eligible, students must be at least 16 years of age.<p>This program is for qualified A-Grade Electricians with substantial vocational experience
A-Grade Electrician's Licence or hold ‘Unrestricted Electrician’s Licence’ or equivalent issued in an Australian State or Territory; or hold a UEE30820 Certificate III in Electrotechnology - Electrician Trade qualification; and substantial vocational experience.

Recognition of prior learning

You may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.

Course Structure

Timetable

Online; plus 6-days face-to-face workshops<br>online knowledge and assessments plus 6 day workshop sessions<p>This course is delivered by a combination of online self-paced study and practical workshop sessions on campus.<p>Online study<br>This covers all the theoretical knowledge and assessment required for design and installation of SAPS. You will be provided with a course book, given access to our online learning area, and receive support from the course instructor. The online study requirements must be completed prior to attending the practical workshop sessions.<p>Practical workshops<br>The workshops are delivered over six full days and include a review of the online coursework you have completed, to give you a thorough understanding of design and theoretical knowledge. The workshop covers all practical requirements and assessments for the course, including installation of off-grid PV systems. Attendance at the practical workshops is compulsory for the course.
Unit code Unit name
UEERE0025 Carry out basic repairs to renewable energy (RE) apparatus
UEERE0022 Solve basic problems in photovoltaic energy apparatus and systems
UEERE0031 Design stand-alone renewable energy (RE) systems
UEERE0046 Solve problems in stand-alone renewable energy (RE) systems
UEERE0035 Install ELV stand-alone photovoltaic power systems

Assessment

Assessments are designed to provide learners with opportunities to demonstrate they have attained the required skills and knowledge using a range of practically based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards.

How to apply

Direct

Click the ‘apply’ button below to get your application started with us. Our friendly Holmesglen team will be in touch to discuss your study opportunities and pre-training requirements.

Recruitment

Holmesglen may engage third parties to recruit students on behalf of the institute. Third party recruiters receive a commission and this will not impact on your fees.

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Outcomes

Qualification and Recognition

Upon completion of the course, you will receive a Statement of Attainment for units of competency within the program. Learners who successfully complete the program may be eligible to apply for Design and Install Stand-alone Power Systems (SPS) – Solar Accreditation with the Clean Energy Council (CEC).

Industry Connections

Fees

Tuition fees GST exempt Cost
Full Fee $2,688

Additional Course Cost

The required personal protective equipment students will need to supply is: Safety boots (steel capped, ankle height) Safety pants <br>Work shirt (waist length jacket, if cold) Safety glasses <br>Total costs depending on brands for the above items is approximately $200 - $250.

All fees are indicative only. Your fees will be calculated on your individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. <a href="/study-with-us/tafe-study/tafe-fees-and-scholarships/government-subsidised-training">Find out now if you are eligible for Government-subsidised fees or Concession. </a>

 

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