This course does not have any formal prerequisites, although it’s still beneficial to have the following skills:

Recommended Qualifications and Characteristics:

1. Curiosity and Enthusiasm: A keen interest in understanding how electricity works and its role in renewable energy systems will greatly enhance your engagement with the course content.
2. Basic Maths Proficiency: While the course covers foundational concepts, a basic understanding of mathematics, including algebra and basic equations, will aid in comprehending electrical calculations and principles.
3. Technical Interest: If you’re intrigued by technical subjects and enjoy learning about the underlying mechanisms of technology, this course will provide you with a solid introduction to electrical systems.
4. Desire to Learn: The course is designed to be accessible to learners from various backgrounds. An eagerness to learn and a commitment to engaging with the course materials will contribute to a successful learning journey.
5. Computer Literacy: As the course is online, basic computer skills are important. You should be comfortable using a computer, browsing the internet, and interacting with online learning platforms.
6. Future Interest in Renewable Energy: If you’re considering a career in renewable energy, electrical engineering, or related fields, the knowledge gained from this course will lay a strong foundation for your future studies and endeavours.

Who Should Consider Enrolling:

• Qualified engineers looking for formal recognition of their electrical skills and knowledge within the vocational training sector.
• Professionals looking to broaden their understanding of electrical principles within the context of renewable energy.
• Students or enthusiasts with an interest in sustainable energy systems and the desire to explore the basics of electricity.
• Individuals preparing for further studies or careers in solar energy, grid-connected systems, or electrical engineering.
• Anyone seeking to make informed decisions about energy consumption and contribute to the transition toward cleaner energy solutions.

For individuals who wish to learn how to design grid-connected photovoltaic systems and aspire to attain accreditation as solar and battery designers for on-grid systems within the Solar Accreditation Australia (SAA).
This course offers a thorough understanding of creating efficient and sustainable solar and battery solutions within grid-connected environments. Aspiring professionals will delve into the principles, practices, and regulations, ensuring a strong foundation in clean energy technology.
The course includes self-paced learning materials and topic assessments, and culminates in the completion of an electrical design task.

Students are required to have access to and be familiar with using the current version of the following Australian Standards:

AS/NZS 3000
AS/NZS 3008.1.1
These are available for purchase from the SAI Global website or Techstreet , and also available from some libraries, institutions and industry associations. ETG is not able to provide access to these standards.

This course is Self-paced online with trainer support and regular guided tutorials. The Learning is through our E-Learning Platform. ETG has a team of tutors who mark the online work and as necessary supply feedback or additional technical information to the students. ETG’s tutors are also available to be contacted by phone during business hours or email.

Computer with reliable Internet connection
Scientific calculator
A regularly monitored email account for registration purposes

Cancellation of online training courses will be subject to the following conditions:

• If the student’s Learning, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) levels are determined by ETG to be below the standard required to complete the coursework successfully, and the student has not yet submitted coursework for assessment, ETG may offer a full refund of the online course material and practical training component. If the student then opts to continue with the course, the standard cancellation and refund policy applies.
• Cancellation of online training courses made within fourteen (14) days of the date of payment AND before the online course has been accessed: the student will receive a full refund of the online course payment.
• Cancellation of online training courses made within fourteen (14) days of the date of payment AND after the online course has been accessed AND before any coursework has been submitted for assessment: the student will receive a refund of the online course payment less a cancellation fee of $440, unless the value of the course is lower than this, in which case the student will receive no
• Cancellation more than fourteen (14) days after the date of payment OR after the first coursework is submitted for assessment (whichever occurs first): the student will receive no refund.

In accordance with the Australian Quality Framework, ETG is committed to providing a quality recognition process to all students that is:

• Fair
• Flexible
• Reliable
• Valid

This course has been designed as a Recognition of Prior Learning pathway for electrical engineers and others who have higher education or non-formal training in electrical principles. These students are able to complete the assessment tasks without engaging in the training content, and thus receive formal recognition of their electrical competency within the Nationally Recognised Training structure, as a prerequisite pathway to further renewable energy training.

For more information on our Recognition of Prior Learning policy, please see the Course Information and Policies section 4.