Certificate in Solar PV Site Assessment & Feasibility

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  • Course Duration4 months
  • Learning FormatOnline Learning

Course Overview

The Certificate in Solar PV Site Assessment & Feasibility provides foundational knowledge and practical skills for evaluating sites for solar photovoltaic system development. The programme covers site surveys, solar resource assessment, shading analysis, orientation and tilt, roof and ground conditions, electrical requirements, energy demand, grid availability, environmental considerations, and basic technical and financial feasibility. Learners develop an understanding of how to collect and evaluate site information to determine the suitability and preliminary requirements of a solar PV project.

Skills Covered

  • Solar PV site assessment fundamentals
  • Site survey and data collection
  • Solar resource assessment
  • Solar irradiance fundamentals
  • Shading and obstruction analysis
  • Solar orientation and tilt assessment
  • Roof condition assessment
  • Ground-mounted site assessment
  • Available installation area assessment
  • Electrical infrastructure assessment
  • Energy consumption and load assessment
  • Grid connection considerations
  • Environmental and site constraints
  • Basic technical feasibility assessment
  • Basic financial feasibility analysis

Why Join This Programme?

  • Develop a practical foundation in solar PV site assessment and feasibility
  • Learn how to collect and evaluate essential site information
  • Understand solar resource, shading, orientation, and installation-area requirements
  • Develop awareness of roof and ground conditions affecting PV installations
  • Learn how to assess basic electrical infrastructure and grid connection requirements
  • Understand the relationship between energy demand and potential PV system capacity
  • Gain knowledge of basic technical, environmental, and financial feasibility considerations
  • Build a foundation for further training and technical roles in solar PV development, design, installation, project management, and renewable energy

Course Objective

The programme aims to:

  • Provide foundational knowledge of solar PV site assessment and feasibility principles
  • Develop understanding of the key stages involved in conducting a solar PV site survey
  • Introduce solar resource, irradiance, shading, orientation, and tilt assessment
  • Develop knowledge of roof, ground, structural, and available-space considerations
  • Introduce basic electrical infrastructure and grid connection assessment
  • Develop understanding of energy consumption and load requirements
  • Introduce environmental, access, planning, and site-specific considerations
  • Develop awareness of basic technical feasibility and system configuration requirements
  • Introduce fundamental financial and commercial feasibility considerations
  • Support the preparation of accurate preliminary site assessment and feasibility information for solar PV projects

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the programme, learners will be able to:

  • Explain the fundamental principles of solar PV site assessment and feasibility
  • Identify key information required during a solar PV site survey
  • Assess basic solar resource, orientation, tilt, and shading considerations
  • Identify potential site obstructions and their effect on solar PV performance
  • Evaluate basic roof, ground, access, and available-area requirements
  • Assess basic electrical infrastructure and grid connection considerations
  • Analyse basic energy consumption and load information relevant to PV system planning
  • Identify key technical, environmental, and operational constraints affecting a site
  • Apply basic technical and financial feasibility assessment principles
  • Prepare or interpret basic site assessment and preliminary feasibility documentation for solar PV projects

Why Choose London Technology College?

  • • Open to All – Whether you're brand new or brushing up your skills, our courses are designed to meet you where you are.
  • • Practical Approach – Learn by doing, with hands-on exercises that reflect real-world office tasks.
  • • Experienced Tutors – Our instructors bring real industry know-how and a passion for teaching.
  • • Certificate of Completion – Add an accredited certificate to your CV or LinkedIn profile to boost your job prospects.
  • • Flexible Learning Options – Study at your own pace, from anywhere in the world. Ideal for working professionals and international students seeking flexibility without compromising quality.
  • • Job-Ready Skills – Get trained in tools and techniques that employers actually look for.
  • • Support That Stays With You – Need help? Our team is here from start to finish—no question is too small.
  • • Learn at Your Own Pace – Take your time or move quickly—the course is designed to adapt to your needs.
  • • Hands-On Projects – Put your skills into action with tasks like reports, spreadsheets, resumes, and more.

Certificate of Completion

Earn a professional Certificate of Completion from London Technology College, demonstrating your newly acquired skills. This certificate is ideal for academic CVs, research proposals, and job applications in professional roles.

Earn Your Certificate in Certificate in Solar PV Site Assessment & Feasibility:

  • • Industry-recognised certificate issued by London Technology College.
  • • Demonstrate competence through real-world, practical projects.
  • • Validate your skillset for research, analytics, and professional careers.