Course Overview
This qualification is for those wishing to achieve a nationally recognised qualification in the design, installation and commissioning of Electrical Energy Storage Systems. The qualification has been designed in conjunction with the latest IET Code of Practice and is recognised by the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS).
Who is this course for
This qualification is aimed at practicing electricians, electrical technicians and engineers with experience of electrical installations, and associated inspection and testing. Learners registering for this qualification should be working within the electrical industry, have relevant experience and hold;
- Level 3 Award in the Initial Verification and Certification of Electrical Installations
- Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations BS7671 (current edition)
If the applicant does not hold a Level 3 Award in the Initial Verification and Certification of Electrical Installations, then they must hold one of the following;
- A Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment
- An SVQ in Electrical Installations (SCQF level 7)
- A Level 3 Certificate in Installing, Testing and Ensuring Compliance of Electrical Installations in Dwellings
- An Experienced Worker Qualification
- An ECS Gold Card (Installation or Approved Electrician)
- Be a member of a competent person scheme, as a Qualified Supervisor that meets the requirements of the Electrotechnical Assessment Specification (EAS)
Course information
Over the two days training and assessment you will
- know the key requirements for installation of electrical energy storage systems
- know and identify equipment, arrangements and operating modes of electrical energy storage systems
- understand the preparation of design and installation of electrical energy storage systems
- be able to prepare for the installation of electrical energy storage systems
- be able to install electrical energy storage systems
- understand requirements for initial verification and handover of electrical energy storage systems
- be able to conduct initial verification and handover of electrical energy storage systems
Structure
This 2-day course is a structured training and assessment package with both theory and practical training and assessment included in the 2 days
Course materials
On attendance of the course you need the following:
- IET Code of Practice for Electrical Energy Storage Systems 2nd Edition
- IET Wiring Regulations BS 7671
- IET On-Site Guide
- MCS Guidance Note MGD 003
- DC Technical Brief
Exams and Assessments
- Online multiple choice exam
- Practical assessment
Please note your first attempt at the exam and assessment is included in the price of this course. Any subsequent resits will incur a fee.