MODULE DETAILS

Module 2: GRESBS802 - Solar-Based Systems

Nominal duration: 6 weeks (approx.72 hours total time commitment)

This time commitment includes the structured activities, preparation reading, attendance at each webinar, completing exercises, practical assessments and proctored assessments.

It is also expected that students spend additional time on readings, personal study, independent research and learning, practicing on remote labs and required software and working on any projects and assignments.

This module covers standalone and grid-connected PV systems, as well as the auxiliary equipment associated with PV systems.

MODULE PURPOSE

Sunlight is one of the most abundant energy resources on our planet. The purpose of the module for the participants to gain an understanding of the theory and practice of PV (photovoltaic) power generation for domestic, RV (recreational vehicle), and marine applications.

PRE-REQUISITES MODULE, UNITS /OR

CO-REQUISITES

Modules that must be delivered and assessed before this module:

• Module 1: GREFGD801 - Fundamentals and General Distribution/Interconnection Components –

Modules that must be delivered concurrently with this module:

• N/A 

ASSESSMENT STRATEGY

METHODS OF ASSESSMENT

Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation, supervisor's reports, project work, structured assessments, samples and questioning. This will include short answer questions on the knowledge content, the use of remote and virtual labs, and writing tasks to apply the learning to academic tasks.

CONDITIONS OF ASSESSMENT

Assessors must:

• hold the appropriate assessor competency standards as outlined in regulations; and
• be able to demonstrate vocational competencies at least to the level being assessed; and
• be able to demonstrate how they are continuing to develop their VET knowledge and skills as well as maintaining their industry currency and assessor competence.

Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy, and numeracy skills beyond those required in this module. The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials, and documentation required.

The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals, and reference materials.

Assessments may be open book assessment and may be completed off campus. Invigilation software will be used for some assessments to ensure authenticity of work completed.

Model answers must be provided for all knowledge-based assessments to ensure reliability of assessment judgements when marking is undertaken by different assessors.

SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES

On successful completion of this module students will be able to:

1. Identify and explain the characteristics of solar irradiation as energy
2. Identify and explain the construction of PV cells and modules
3. Identify and explain the auxiliary components used in PV systems
4. Design a PV system
5. Identify and explain the attributes of solar thermal systems

LEARNING OUTCOMES

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1

Identify and explain the characteristics of solar irradiation as energy

1.1

Explain the characteristics of solar irradiation as an energy source

1.2

Identify sustainable energy system requirements

1.3

Explain solar radiation fundamentals

Delivery mode

Online and/or face-to-face