Skills Bootcamps in Green Skills
MITSkills Green Skills Bootcamp - Solar Systems and Energy Storage
MITSkills are offering an 12-week, Skills Bootcamp in Small Scale Solar Photovoltaic Systems and Electrical Energy Storage Systems (EESS)
This qualification is aimed at experienced and practising electrical operatives wishing to achieve a nationally recognised qualification in the installation and maintenance of small-scale grid tied photovoltaic systems and in the design, installation and commissioning of Electrical Energy Storage Systems (Battery Storage).
Applicants should be working within the electrical industry and ideally hold a formal level 3 electrical qualification (see entry criteria) and must hold a current BS 7671 qualification.
Programme
This course will involve a mix of classroom and simulated practical learning in our workshops.
The initial 30% of the course will include the Level 3 Award in the Design, Installation and Commissioning of Electrical Energy Storage Systems (EESS) qualification.
This will ensure that participants have the appropriate qualification, skills and knowledge to progress onto either our Solar PV level 3 qualification.
You will receive both practical and theoretical training in the following areas: Small Scale Solar Photovoltaic Systems. • The solar resource • System configurations • Solar system design • Solar modules • Solar module mounting structures & arrays • Electrical wiring of the solar system and associated components * • Solar modules • Grid-connected solar systems • Charge controllers • Batteries • Practical PV wiring and maintenance sessions • Sizing solar systems • System testing & commissioning Electrical Energy Storage Systems (EESS). • Battery system modes • Battery system design • Legislation for a switched alternative source of energy • Battery packaged systems – coupling • Electrical wiring of the battery system and associated components • Grid-connected battery systems • Sizing battery systems • System testing & commissioning Additional Aims • Employability Skills • Workplace communication. • Decision making / problem solving. • CV Preparation. • Interview techniques. • Green Skills business advice.
Duration
This part-time 12 week programme (1 day per week), will combine classroom theory and practical learning.
Location
Classroom and practical training will take place in our MITSkills London and Surrey Green Skills centres.
London Green Skills centre address:
The Gate Centre,
Syon Gate Way,
Brentford,
TW8 9DD
MITSkills Surrey Green Skills centre address:
12-13 Camphill Industrial Estate,
West Byfleet,
Surrey,
KT14 6EW
Entry Criteria
You need to be 19 or over to do a Skills Bootcamp.
- A Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations BS7671 (current edition) and
- A Level 3 Award in the Initial Verification and Certification of Electrical Installations or a combined award including Periodic Inspection & Testing
Scottish equivalents through SELECT.
- A SELECT Customised Award in Requirements for Electrical Installations to BS 7671 (218) and
- A SELECT Customised Award in Initial Verification (209) or a combined award including Periodic Inspection & Testing (214)
If the applicant does not hold a Level 3 Award in the Initial Verification and Certification of Electrical Installations or SELECT equivalent as above, 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)
If you are unsure if you meet the requirements contact us to discuss.
Progression Routes
Upon certification, learners will be qualified to:
Install, commission and handover small scale solar photovoltaic systems.
Inspect, service and maintain small scale solar photovoltaic systems.
Install and commission Electrical Energy Storage Systems (Battery Storage).
Costs
The funding routes are as follows:
- London Employers: £300
- Surrey Employers: £350
MITSkills Green Skills Bootcamp - Electric Vehicle Charging Points and Energy Storage
MITSkills are offering a 12-week, Skills Bootcamp in Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment and Electrical Energy Storage Systems.
The course is aimed at practising electricians wishing to upskill, to safely install and maintain Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment (EVCE) and achieve a nationally recognised qualification in the design, installation and commissioning of Electrical Energy Storage Systems (Battery Storage).
There is a key focus on the design of circuits to supply EVCE so it is heavily advised candidates review circuit design calculations before attendance.
The scenario-based assignment relies on essential knowledge of BS 7671 and design calculations for a successful outcome.
Applicants should be working within the electrical industry and ideally hold a formal level 3 electrical qualification (see entry criteria) and must hold a current BS 7671 qualification.
Programme
This course will involve a mix of classroom and simulated practical learning in our workshops.
The initial 30% of the course will include the Level 3 Award in the Design, Installation and Commissioning of Electrical Energy Storage Systems (EESS) qualification.
This will ensure that participants have the appropriate qualification, skills and knowledge to progress onto either our Electric Vehicle installation level 3 qualification.
You will receive both practical and theoretical training in the following areas:
Electric Vehicle Charging Installations:
• Introduction, BS 7671 section 722 and the current IET Code of Practice. • Modes of charging, EV Supply Equipment, restrictions. • Installation practises, risk assessment, earthing, protection, labelling. • On street and small commercial situations. • Inspection, testing, fault finding & maintenance. • Certification & notification to DNO.
Electrical Energy Storage Systems (EESS):
• Battery system modes • Battery system design • Legislation for a switched alternative source of energy • Battery packaged systems – coupling • Electrical wiring of the battery system and associated components • Grid-connected battery systems • Sizing battery systems • System testing & commissioning.
Additional Aims:
• Employability Skills • Workplace communication. • Decision making / problem solving. • CV Preparation. • Interview techniques. • Green Skills business advice.
Duration
This 12 week programme (1 day per week), will combine a blended delivery of classroom theory and practical learning.
Location
Classroom and practical training will take place in our MITSkills London and Surrey Green Skills centres.
London Green Skills centre address:
The Gate Centre,
Syon Gate Way,
Brentford,
TW8 9DD
MITSkills Surrey Green Skills centre address:
12-13 Camphill Industrial Estate,
West Byfleet,
Surrey,
KT14 6EW
Entry Criteria
You need to be 19 or over to do a Skills Bootcamp.
- A Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations BS7671 (current edition) and
- A Level 3 Award in the Initial Verification and Certification of Electrical Installations or a combined award including Periodic Inspection & Testing
Scottish equivalents through SELECT.
- A SELECT Customised Award in Requirements for Electrical Installations to BS 7671 (218) and
- A SELECT Customised Award in Initial Verification (209) or a combined award including Periodic Inspection & Testing (214)
If the applicant does not hold a Level 3 Award in the Initial Verification and Certification of Electrical Installations or SELECT equivalent as above, 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)
If you are unsure if you meet the requirements contact us to discuss.
Progression Routes
Upon certification, learners will be qualified to:
Install Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment with confidence.
Install and commission Electrical Energy Storage Systems (Battery Storage).
Costs
The funding routes are as follows:
- London Employers: £300
- Surrey Employers: £350