UEERE0054 – Conduct Site Survey for Grid-Connected Photovoltaic and Battery Storage Systems is a practical unit of study designed for individuals wanting to assess and prepare sites for the installation of grid-connected photovoltaic (PV) and battery storage systems. This unit of study focuses on equipping you with the skills to perform site surveys that ensure the systems are installed in optimal locations for safety, efficiency, and compliance with Australian standards.

What UEERE0054 Gives you?

If you’re looking to specialise in the planning and assessment phase of solar and battery storage system installations, UEERE0054 is essential. This unit of study gives you the ability to:

1. Assess Site Suitability: Learn to evaluate the physical and environmental conditions of a site, ensuring it’s suitable for the installation of both PV and battery systems.
2. Understand System Requirements: Gain the knowledge to identify the specific needs for grid-connected PV systems, battery storage, and how to best integrate these technologies into existing infrastructure.
3. Compliance with Standards: You’ll be introduced to Australian standards and regulations, ensuring your site surveys comply with industry requirements, such as electrical codes and safety guidelines.
4. Gather Key Data: Learn how to collect vital information during a site survey, such as measurements, shading analysis, and electrical connections, to support the design and installation process.
5. Collaboration with Other Professionals: This unit of study teaches you how to work alongside designers, engineers, and installation teams to provide accurate site information that leads to the successful deployment of solar and battery systems.

Why UEERE0054 is Important?

UEERE0054 is crucial for ensuring that grid-connected PV and battery systems are installed in locations where they will perform optimally. Proper site surveying is the foundation for a successful installation, as it determines key factors like panel placement, system capacity, and safe integration with existing grid infrastructure.

This unit of study will allow you to become a key player in the planning and preparation phase of PV and battery storage projects, giving you the skills to ensure installations are done efficiently and to the highest standards.

UEERE0061 – Design Grid-Connected Photovoltaic Power Supply Systems is a specialised unit of study that focuses on equipping you with the skills and knowledge to design efficient and compliant grid-connected photovoltaic (PV) systems. This unit of study teaches you how to design solar power systems that integrate seamlessly with the grid, optimising energy production and ensuring that the system meets both customer needs and Australian regulations.

What you will learn with UEERE0061?

If you’re looking to become a solar system designer and contribute to Australia’s renewable energy transition, UEERE0061 is essential. By completing this unit of study, you will gain the ability to:

1. Design PV Systems: Learn to design grid-connected solar power systems that efficiently meet a customer’s energy needs, ensuring the system is capable of generating the required amount of electricity.
2. Understand System Components: Gain an in-depth understanding of the key components of a grid-connected PV system, including solar panels, inverters, batteries (if applicable), and other power conversion equipment.
3. System Sizing and Integration: This unit of study covers how to size and configure the system, taking into account factors like roof orientation, shading, geographic location, and energy consumption patterns.
4. Compliance with Australian Standards: Learn how to design systems that comply with industry standards such as AS/NZS 5033 for PV arrays and AS/NZS 4777 for grid connection, ensuring all designs are safe, efficient, and compliant.
5. Energy Efficiency and Cost-Effectiveness: Understand how to design systems that maximise energy efficiency while also considering cost-effective solutions for customers.
6. Solar Accreditation Australia (SAA): Completing UEERE0061 is an important step towards achieving SAA Provisional Accreditation for designing and installing grid-connected solar systems. This accreditation is required to legally design and install solar systems in Australia and is highly valued by employers and clients in the industry.

What Are the Prerequisites?

Before undertaking this unit of study, you will need a strong foundation in electrical principles, as well as familiarity with the basics of solar energy systems. An electrical licence or a relevant qualification is  required to ensure you can understand the technical aspects of system design.

Why is This Unit of Study Important?

UEERE0061 is crucial for anyone looking to design grid-connected PV systems, as it ensures that solar systems are designed for optimal performance, energy generation, and grid compliance. A well-designed system is the foundation for a successful installation and is essential for achieving both customer satisfaction and regulatory approval.

By completing this unit of study, you will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to design systems that not only meet the energy demands of clients but also help to support Australia’s transition to renewable energy. Furthermore, achieving SAA Provisional Accreditation will enhance your credibility and open up career opportunities in the solar industry.

What’s Involved in the Unit of Study?

• Flexible Learning Options: The unit of study is typically offered through a combination of online theory and practical components, allowing you to learn the technical principles and apply them in real-world scenarios.
• Accreditation Pathway: Completing UEERE0061 is an essential step for those seeking Solar Accreditation Australia (SAA) accreditation, helping you to become a qualified solar designer with the expertise needed to contribute to the energy transition.

UEERE0080 – Install Photovoltaic Power Conversion Equipment to Grid focuses on the practical skills and technical knowledge needed to safely and effectively install equipment that connects solar power systems to the electricity grid. This unit is essential for ensuring systems operate efficiently, comply with solar accreditation standards, and meet customer expectations.

What You’ll Learn in UEERE0080:

• Equipment Installation: In UEERE0080, you’ll learn how to install and configure photovoltaic (PV) power conversion equipment, including inverters, meters, and safety devices, to ensure reliable grid connection.
• Safety Practices: You’ll be trained in adhering to workplace health and safety standards, identifying hazards, and implementing risk management strategies during installations.
• Compliance with Standards: UEERE0080 covers the critical Australian solar accreditation standards, such as AS/NZS 5033 and AS/NZS 4777, ensuring all installations meet regulatory and industry requirements.
• Testing and Commissioning: Learn how to test and commission systems to confirm proper operation, troubleshoot faults, and optimise performance.
• Documentation and Reporting: This unit also teaches you how to complete necessary documentation, including compliance certificates, installation records, and client reports.
• Customer Handover: You’ll develop the skills to explain system operation, maintenance, and safety procedures to customers in a clear and professional manner.

Why UEERE0080 Matters in Solar Installations:

UEERE0080 is critical for ensuring that PV systems are installed correctly and operate safely and efficiently. It provides the hands-on skills and technical expertise needed to work with power conversion equipment, making it a core component of Australia’s renewable energy industry.

Why It’s Important:

Completing UEERE0080 ensures your pathway to solar accreditation and that you can handle installations with confidence, meeting high safety and quality standards. It also prepares you to contribute to Australia’s shift towards renewable energy by enabling seamless integration of solar systems into the grid.

By mastering UEERE0080, you’ll be equipped to deliver professional installation services that align with customer needs and industry requirements, positioning yourself for success in the fast-growing solar energy sector.

UEERE0081 – Install Photovoltaic Systems to Power Conversion Equipment is a hands-on unit of study designed for individuals who want to work in the growing solar energy industry. This unit of study focuses on teaching you how to safely and efficiently install photovoltaic (PV) systems and connect them to power conversion equipment like inverters, which are essential for converting the solar energy collected into usable electricity for homes and businesses.

UEERE0081

If you’re looking to become a qualified solar installer and want to contribute to Australia’s renewable energy future, UEERE0081 is a key part of your training. It provides you with the necessary skills and knowledge to:

1. Install Solar Systems: You’ll learn to mount solar panels on roofs, connect them safely, and integrate them with other essential equipment, such as inverters and meters.
2. Ensure Compliance: You’ll become familiar with Australian standards like AS/NZS 5033 for PV array installation and AS/NZS 4777 for grid connection, ensuring all installations are safe, compliant, and meet industry regulations.
3. Safety First: Safety is a top priority, so you’ll learn how to manage risks, follow electrical safety procedures, and comply with health and safety regulations throughout the installation process.
4. Work with Power Conversion Equipment: This unit of study teaches you how to install the key components that enable the solar energy generated by the panels to be converted and used by the customer, ensuring the system operates smoothly and effectively.
5. Hands-On Experience: You’ll gain practical experience through real-world projects and simulations, ensuring you can confidently handle installations and troubleshoot any potential issues.

Why is This Unit of Study Important?

Taking UEERE0081 is a key step in achieving Solar Accreditation through recognised bodies like Solar Accreditation Australia (SAA). This is important because accreditation is required to legally install grid-connected solar systems in Australia.

Completing this unit of study will equip you with the skills necessary for professional installation work, ensuring you’re ready to work as a qualified solar installer in a booming industry. Not only will you be helping to support Australia’s shift towards renewable energy, but you’ll also have a competitive edge in the job market.

What’s Involved in the Unit of Study?

• Flexible Learning Options: The unit of study is typically offered in a flexible format, combining online theory with practical hands-on training, allowing you to learn at your own pace while gaining the real-world experience you need.
• Accreditation Pathway: Completing UEERE0081 is an essential step toward SAA Provisional Accreditation, which is required for installing grid-connected solar systems in Australia.

Start 7.15 am for 7.30 sharp start Monday – finish 4.30 pm Monday then 7.30am -4.00 pm Tuesday-Friday

Face to face sessions x 5 plus self directed learning – see above or full Course Outline for details

Core training and some assessment activities are completed during training.

Remaining learning and assessment is completed in your own time, within 8 weeks of completing attendance. See above for more details

Payment is required before the course commences in line with the due date of your invoice.

CITB (SA), CSQ (QLD) and Keystone (TAS) course fee subsidies are available – see our Funding page for more information. All course fee funding is subject to availability and eligibility and may change at short notice

Yes, after the completion of this course (Design and/ or Install Grid Connected Solar PV Systems), you may apply for accreditation as a Solar PV Installer/ Designer with Solar Accreditation Australia. Additional requirements apply.

To become a fully qualified Solar PV Installer or Designer you will need to complete Solar Training Centre’s course in Design and/or Install Grid Connected Solar PV Systems and then apply for accreditation with Solar Accreditation Australia. Contact SAA for more information.

Note – think about your study and accreditation pathway carefully. Many students wish to go on and complete a battery course after completing a grid PV course – SAA requires that you hold design and install Grid PV accreditation (or SPS accreditation) before you can apply for battery install accreditation.

Delivery of this course is at our training facilities in: Melbourne, Brisbane , Adelaide and Darwin. Contact us if you would like to arrange group training at alternative locations