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£150
+ VAT£150
+ VATDelivered Online
Full day
Intermediate level
Course price is £150.00 + Vat @20% (£180 total)
This Solar PV & Storage Surveying training has been specifically designed for individuals and companies that want to train themselves or their staff on exactly how to carry out Solar PV & Battery Storage Site Surveys, as well as increase their overall knowledge of Solar Systems.
The Course will provide learners with an in-depth analysis of the most important components of solar surveying, whilst also providing the leaner with the opportunity to develop a robust surveying process & the confidence to apply these principles in the real world.
Each topic will be broken down into 3 main parts:
What you need to know
Why you need to know it
How to apply it on site whilst completing site assessments.
As the course has been designed by industry experts with over 1000 survey’s worth of experience, the course goes beyond just providing information on the day. Learners will be given a full, digital surveying process, as well as supporting documents to take away to refer back to when completing surveys.
Not only will you receive supporting documents to take away, attendees will also receive free access to Building Metrix ‘Knowledge Vault’, which contains documents & videos explaining key features & updates on changes with the solar industry, as well as providing surveys access to forums/chats to share ideas & have industry discussions with likeminded surveyors.
Who is this Course for?
Energy Assessors - DEA/RA’s
Retrofit Coordinators
In-House Surveyors
Technical Sales Staff
Installers looking to complete their own surveys
Industry Professionals looking to increase their knowledge of solar surveying
Course Breakdown:
The Role of the Solar Surveyor:
What information you need & why you need to gather it
Answering common homeowner questions & myth busting
What equipment & software’s you need to complete a thorough site assessment.
MCS Shading Assessment:
How to conduct shading assessments following MCS procedures.
Project walk throughs:
i. Step by step breakdowns on every step of the process to help learners fully understand the procedure.
ii. Immersive tasks to allow learners to apply what they’ve learned.
MCS Structural Load Calculations:
Easy to digest breakdowns of MCS requirements for different roof types for structural calculations
Walk throughs of projects with the most common roof types in the UK
Immersive tasks to allow learners to have the opportunity to apply what they’ve learnt.
Available Roof Space:
Common Roof types & how to measure them
Gathering orientation & pitch information
Methods to calculate available roof space for simple & complex roofs.
Best tools to use & how to use them
Solar PV & Battery Systems:
Key features of solar systems & their role in the systems.
Understanding what systems & bolt ons are best for different customers.
Work flows for different components so surveyors can assist with installation planning (Cable runs etc).
Roof Coverings & Mounting Systems:
Different types & how to identify them
Mounting Systems for these roof types
Homeowner Questions & Myth Busting
Typical Questions
Common Misconceptions
Brining it all together:
The opportunity for attendees to walk through a survey from start to finish using what they have learnt throughout the day
The opportunity for attendees to independently complete a survey from start to finish, with feedback from the presenter.
Available course dates are Tuesday 4th Feb, Tuesday 11th Feb, Tuesday 18th Feb and Tuesday 25th Feb
Course duration is one day 0930hrs to 1630hrs
There are 10 Learner Spaces Available per course
Renewables Technical Surveying involves assessing residential buildings to determine the most suitable renewable energy solutions, such as solar panels, heat pumps, or biomass boilers. This process ensures that installations are efficient, effective, and tailored to the specific needs of each property.
Renewables Technical Surveying is crucial for ensuring the successful implementation of renewable energy systems in residential buildings. It helps identify the most appropriate technologies, assesses the feasibility of installations, and ensures compliance with regulations, ultimately leading to energy-efficient and sustainable solutions.
Typically, the short course takes 2 days, including both theoretical sessions and practical remote exercises.
This training course is ideal for individuals and companies involved in the design, installation, or maintenance of renewable energy systems in residential buildings. It is suitable for engineers, architects, energy consultants, building surveyors, and anyone else responsible for carrying out technical site surveys.
The training covers various aspects, including:
The basics of renewable energy technologies
Collecting reliable site data for calculation Heat Losses
Collecting reliable site data for calculation of Solar arrays & Batteries
Site survey techniques and tools
Setting up and using suitable software for Renewables Surveying
Using digital and analogue measurement equipment
Regulations and standards compliance
System design considerations
Basic Site Health and safety Checks
By participating in this training, individuals and companies can:
Enhance your technical knowledge and skills in renewables surveying
Improve the accuracy and effectiveness of site assessments
Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations
Increase confidence in recommending and implementing renewable energy solutions
Enhance the reputation and credibility of your deliverable services
Yes, we offer this course as an accredited CPD course recognised by professional bodies within the renewable energy sector. Participants may earn 10 CPD Hours for this course and will be issued a certificate upon completion, which can contribute to your ongoing professional development.
Yes, we can offer tailored programs to meet the specific needs and objectives of companies. This customisation may include focusing on particular renewable technologies, addressing company-specific challenges, or incorporating real-life case studies relevant to the company's projects.
While there are no strict prerequisites, participants should have a basic understanding of building construction, energy principles, and renewable energy technologies. Relevant experience in engineering, construction, or building services is advantageous but not always necessary.
Typically, interested parties can register online through our website, contact us via email or phone, or inquire through professional networks and associations related to renewable energy and building services.