Certificate in Solar PV System Sizing & Design

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  • Course Duration4 months
  • Learning FormatOnline Learning

Course Overview

The Certificate in Solar PV System Sizing & Design provides foundational knowledge and practical skills for planning, sizing, and developing basic solar photovoltaic system designs. The programme covers energy demand assessment, solar resource considerations, PV module selection, array configuration, inverter sizing, battery storage fundamentals, cable selection, system losses, protection requirements, and basic system performance estimation. Learners develop an understanding of how to design appropriately sized solar PV systems for different applications while considering energy requirements, site conditions, system efficiency, safety, and reliability.

Skills Covered

  • Solar PV system design fundamentals
  • Solar resource assessment
  • Energy consumption analysis
  • Electrical load assessment
  • PV module selection
  • Solar PV array sizing
  • Series and parallel PV configurations
  • Inverter sizing
  • Battery storage sizing fundamentals
  • Charge controller selection
  • Cable sizing fundamentals
  • System voltage and current calculations
  • Solar PV system losses
  • Performance and energy yield estimation
  • Basic design documentation

Why Join This Programme?

  • Develop a practical foundation in solar PV system sizing and design
  • Learn how to assess electrical loads and energy consumption
  • Understand the factors that influence PV array sizing
  • Develop knowledge of module, inverter, battery, and charge controller selection
  • Learn basic principles of system voltage, current, capacity, and energy calculations
  • Understand the effect of system losses, orientation, and operating conditions on performance
  • Gain awareness of protection, cabling, and basic electrical design requirements
  • Build a foundation for further training and technical roles in solar PV design, installation, renewable energy, and electrical systems

Course Objective

The programme aims to:

  • Provide foundational knowledge of solar PV system sizing and design principles
  • Develop understanding of electrical loads, energy consumption, and system requirements
  • Introduce solar resource, site, orientation, and environmental considerations
  • Develop knowledge of PV module selection and solar array sizing
  • Introduce basic inverter, battery, and charge controller sizing principles
  • Develop understanding of system voltage, current, capacity, and energy calculations
  • Introduce cable sizing, protection, and electrical connection considerations
  • Develop awareness of system losses and their impact on energy production
  • Introduce basic performance estimation and design verification methods
  • Support the development of practical skills for preparing safe, reliable, and appropriately sized solar PV systems

Learning Outcomes

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

  • Explain the fundamental principles of solar PV system sizing and design
  • Assess basic electrical loads and energy consumption requirements
  • Identify key site and solar resource factors affecting PV system design
  • Select appropriate PV modules based on basic system requirements
  • Calculate basic PV array capacity and configuration requirements
  • Explain the principles of inverter selection and sizing
  • Describe basic battery and charge controller sizing considerations
  • Apply basic voltage, current, capacity, energy, and cable-sizing calculations
  • Estimate the impact of common system losses on solar PV performance
  • Prepare or interpret basic solar PV system sizing information and design documentation

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 System Sizing & Design:

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