Qualification Overview
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Qualification Title | New Zealand Certificate in Renewable Energy System Design (Level 4) with strands in Grid-connect Systems (Photovoltaic), and Stand-alone Systems (Photovoltaic) (with optional strands in Wind Energy Systems, and Micro-hydro Systems) | |
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Qualification Type | Certificate | |
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Level | 4 | |
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Credits | 90 - 95 | |
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Strategic Purpose Statement |
This qualification provides the small scale renewable energy systems sector with people able to operate as designers (including site assessors and client advisers) of either grid-connected or stand-alone systems at a technician level.
For the purposes of this qualification: - Renewable energy systems must include photovoltaic systems, and may include other energy sources such as wind, and micro-hydro energy conversion systems. - Design consists of specification and selection of components, and determination of connection and installation requirements to meet client needs. The qualification has a focus on photovoltaic generation as this is the dominant technology that is common to the majority of systems. Optional strands in Wind Energy Systems and Micro-hydro Systems are available for those candidates who require training in these technologies. This qualification is suitable for candidates who have qualifications or comparable skills and knowledge in the electrotechnology sector, or for registered electrical installers or electricians wishing to enter the renewable energy systems sector. It is also suitable for sales consultants or project managers who wish to specialise in renewable energy systems. |
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Graduate profile |
Graduates of this qualification will be able to:
- Communicate professionally with clients to explain concepts of renewable energy resources and electricity generation systems, and to define system requirements - Relate understanding of key concepts to the components, assessment, design, operation, and maintenance of renewable energy systems - Describe low voltage and extra-low voltage d.c. requirements and procedures for renewable energy systems - Develop and maintain knowledge of current and emerging technologies within the renewable energy sector Graduates of the Grid-connect Systems (Photovoltaic) strand will also be able to: - Explain grid-connected photovoltaic systems - Analyse information and apply problem solving skills to design grid-connected photovoltaic systems - Apply legislative and compliance requirements to the design of grid-connected photovoltaic systems Graduates of the Stand-alone Systems (Photovoltaic) strand will also be able to: - Explain stand-alone photovoltaic systems - Explain the requirements for use of secondary batteries for stand-alone photovoltaic systems - Analyse information and apply problem solving skills to design stand-alone photovoltaic systems - Apply legislative and compliance requirements to the design of stand-alone photovoltaic systems Graduates of the Wind Energy Systems strand will also be able to: - Design a renewable energy system incorporating a wind energy system Graduates of the Micro-hydro Systems strand will also be able to: - Design a renewable energy system incorporating a micro-hydro generating system |
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Education pathways |
This qualification provides a specific skill set that may be built on, or lead to, other electrotechnology qualifications.
To enter programmes leading to the award of this qualification, it is recommended that candidates already hold a qualification at Level 3 or higher on the NZQF that includes knowledge of electrical principles, circuits, and systems. Candidates who wish to specialise in the installation of renewable energy systems may progress to the New Zealand Certificate in Renewable Energy System Installation (Level 4) with strands in Grid-connect Systems (Photovoltaic) and Stand-alone Systems (Photovoltaic), and optional endorsements in Wind Energy Systems and Micro-hydro Systems [Ref: 1939]. Entry into any of the installation strands or optional endorsements of Ref: 1939 requires that candidates be graduates of the relevant design strand or optional endorsement in this qualification. Installation of renewable energy systems typically involves prescribed electrical work which will require the installer to hold an appropriate class of registration with the Electrical Workers Registration Board and a current practicing license. Candidates will require registration to graduate from and be awarded any of the installation strands in Ref: 1939. Completion of training towards Ref: 1938 and/or Ref: 1939 does not fulfill the requirements for electrical registration or a practicing license. Trainees who do not already hold registration will need to complete further training to fulfill these requirements. |
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Entry Requirements |
There are no regulatory body or legislative requirements.
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Developed By | Te Pukenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology | |
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Quality Assured By | New Zealand Qualifications Authority | |
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Number | 1938 | |
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Status | Discontinued | |
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Created | 2013-04-30 15:24:02.0 | |
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Next Review | 2024-12-31 00:00:00.0 | |
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Discontinued | 2019-12-31 00:00:00.0 | |
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