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WHO IS IT FOR
Professionals and individuals with a strong interest in the electrical equipment side of renewable systems, safety instruments and controls.
LOCATION:
Edinburgh Napier University
WHEN
11-12 March 2015, Edinburgh Napier University
COURSE CONTENT
Electrical Fundamentals
Electrical Safety
Instrumentation
Battery Backup
Inverters
Earthing and Bonding
Cable Termination Skills
Fault Isolation
Safe Isolation Methods
Supply System Overview
Electrical Regulations Overview
Exam
Practical hands-on experience showing the use of test equipment to enhance installation and troubleshooting technique on renewable energy systems.
The practical sessions will include exercises in:
· aligning solar panels
· true power measurement
· use of dummy loads
· inverter testing
· checking meter calibration
· insulation testing
Note: participants will be connecting solar panels/renewable equipment, supervised, in a safe environment.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
Understand components and arrangements found in renewable systems.
Recognise the types of instrumentation used in the operation of renewable systems, including sizing, interfacing and using battery backup systems.
Identify the advantages and limitations of inverter types and technologies.
Understand the types of electrical dangers and the need for safety.
Recognise the need for reliable and safe terminations, earthing and bonding regulations.
Understand the concept of safe isolation and fault isolation techniques and equipment.
Certificate of Participation provided.
GALILEO MASTER CERTIFICATE (GMC)
Internationally recognised: provided to successful candidates of exam (administrative cost for sitting the exam £45 + VAT)
PRICE:
£350 (£420 inc VAT) Course + Certificate of Participation
or
£395 (£474 inc VAT) Course + Certificate of Participation + Exam for Galileo Master Certificate
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