Renewable Energy Workshop

Introduction

The renewable energy sector is expanding rapidly with the UK’s commitment to reduce carbon emissions and our reliance on fossil fuels. Billions of pounds are being invested into the sector and there are existing opportunities for businesses to meet the growing demand. renewable energy technologies for both domestic and commercial installations have become a huge growth market in the UK.

The need to drive down carbon emissions coupled with financial incentives like the Feed
in Tariff Scheme (FITS) means that not only can renewables make a return in terms of
energy savings and carbon reduction, they can also offer a significant, sustainable green
income stream.

Course content:

• What is renewable energy?
  • Energy sources
  • Economic and environmental factors
• Overview of the main renewable energy technologies.
  • Solar Power – Thermal and Photovoltaic
  • Wind
  • Heat Pumps – Air and Ground Source
  • Combined Heat and Power (CHP)
  • Biomass
  • Grey water harvesting
• Finance
  • Feed In Tariff Scheme (FITS)
  • Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI)
  • Government initiatives
• Accreditation bodies including the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) and considerations when selecting an installer.
• Examples and case studies

Who should attend:

Those interested in renewable energy who would like to gain a greater understanding of
the market and the different technologies available.

Course style:

This course follows an interactive workshop format . The course is designed to be
informative, interesting and engaging with a mix of seminar, practical exercises, team
activities and case study examples.

Course Duration - ½ to 1 day

Contact - Jane Cooper 01642 610845 or Lisa Wells on 01642 610829

Solar Photovoltaic Course

Installation and Commissioning of Domestic PV Systems

Overview

The renewable energy sector is expanding rapidly with the UK’s commitment to reduce carbon emissions and our reliance on fossil fuels. The Feed In Tariff Scheme which pays householders and businesses for the energy they generate has brought about a rapid growth in Solar Photovoltaic installations. This course will give you a detailed understanding of modern Solar Photovoltaic systems, from the principles of how they work through to designing, installing and commissioning a domestic system successfully.

Entry Requirements

You must be a qualified practicing electrical professional. To install domestic systems in the UK you will also need IEE 17th Edition and Part P (Building Regulations) certification, if you do not already hold these qualifications they can also be offered.

Course Contents

• Solar PV - Operating principles
• Health & Safety and Applicable Regulations
• Planning and preparation
• Site Survey
• Principles of designing a system
• Mechanical installation - roofing principles
• Electrical installation - AC & DC
• Commissioning, test and verification
• Customer Handover
• Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) accreditation requirements

Course Venue

At the Renewable Energy Centre at NETA in Billingham

Course Style

The course will include a mixture of classroom, practical and assessment activities to involve the learners and provide a relevant and engaging learning experience. There will be question and answer sessions throughout and the course will draw upon the learner’s previous knowledge and experience. There will be an exam and practical assessments at the end of the programme

What qualification will I get?

Upon successful completion you will receive a City & Guilds 2372 Certificate

Course Duration - 5 Days

Contact - Jane Cooper 01642 610845 or Lisa Wells on 01642 610829