Grid-connected Battery Storage Systems: Design only
Course details
About the course
However, it is essential that electrical workers involved with these systems fully understand the operating theory and safety requirements in order to design safe and effective systems, as well as adequately manage customer expectations.
This is a recommended pre-requisite course for those wanting to design complete standalone (off-grid) systems and builds upon the basic design knowledge provided in Grid- Connected Photovoltaic Systems: Design Only.
Course structure
The delivery of this course is designed for busy professionals who do not have the time to attend lengthy face-to-face courses. The online component is fully flexible to allow students to complete the theory in their own time. Estimated learning times below.
- Pre-course learning: Online self-directed learning at your own pace, withtutor support (100 hrs)
- Three day course at the WITT Campus, New Plymouth (24 hrs)
- Post-course assignment (16 hrs)
We’re proud to have gained SEANZ (Sustainable Energy Association of New Zealand) endorsement for the Design only courses.
Find out more about SEANZ by visiting their website
Entry Requirements
Applicants must meet the following entry criteria:
- Professional or Educational Background: Hold a qualification in the electrical/electrical engineering field, or have equivalent industry experience in electrical, renewable energy, or related technical environment (eg. an Electrical Engineer, Electrical Technician, or Technical Solar Salesperson with an electrical background).
- Electrical Knowledge: Possess a strong understanding of electrical theory.
- Exclusions: This course is not suitable for beginners or those with little to no electrical knowledge. Applicants are expected to have a foundational understanding of electrical systems – therefore this course is not suitable for those with little to no prior knowledge in this area.
N.B. Completion of Grid-Connected PV Systems: Design Only or Grid-Connected PV Systems: Design and Installation is a pre-requisite for this course.
(Note: live testing etc will only be carried out by a licenced electrician and participants will interpret those results)
A WITT certificate of completion is issued on successful completion of the Design only course. It is not a NZQA registered course.
Cancellation policy:
Participant withdrawals must be notified in writing. Any withdrawals after 30 working days of receiving the online login details will be charged the full course fee, including text book fee. If a participant requests to be transferred to a practical course on a different date, or fails to complete the required online modules and WITT is required to transfer the participant to a different date, the participant will be charged an additional fee of $300. Non-attendance of participants on the course date will be charged the full course fee. These cancellation fees are non-transferrable.
Changes for new learners
WITT and this programme are part of Te Pūkenga – New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology.
About the provider
The Western Institute of Technology at Taranaki (WITT) is a quality Government-owned tertiary education institution based in New Zealand's cultural and surfing hub. Taranaki is a beautiful region defined by its wonderful snow-capped mountain, extensive coastline, great surfing and many opportunities for outdoor activities. WITT is the only state tertiary institution in Taranaki and offers courses from certificate to degree level across a wide range of areas, including Business, Nursing, Hospitality, Te Reo Māori, Humanities, Media, Art, Electrical, Engineering, Automotive, Welding, Carpentry, Architecture, Computing, Fitness, Hairdressing, Beauty Therapy, Make-up Artistry, Social Sciences and Agriculture. WITT also specialises in foundation programmes.