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City & Guilds 2922-34 Level 3 Award in the Installation and Maintenance of Small Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems

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PV Principles, Cell Technology & System DesignYou are here

Learn how PV cells work, the cell technologies, STC and I-V behaviour, then site survey, orientation/tilt, shade analysis, the MCS kWp x kk estimate and string sizing within the MPPT window (~35% of the test).

8
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Components, DC/AC Wiring & BS 7671 Section 712

Study modules, inverters, mounting and structural/wind loads, then PV cabling, DC isolation, string fusing, earthing/bonding, surge protection and the Section 712 requirements (~34%).

8
hours
3

MCS, G98/G99 Grid Connection & Compliance

Master the Microgeneration Certification Scheme, G98 fit-and-inform vs G99 prior-approval, anti-islanding, the Smart Export Guarantee and DNO notification (~13%).

5
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Testing, Commissioning, Maintenance & Safety

Cover the IEC 62446-1 DC test sequence, commissioning records and handover, maintenance and fault-finding, and safe working at height/isolation, then complete the 100-question practice bank and review every miss with the AI tutor (~18%).

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Estimated total study time
26 hours
That's about 3 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the C&G 2922-34 Exam?

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Age
No specific minimum age, but typically a working electrician
Education
Holders of a Level 3 electrotechnical qualification or equivalent
Additional Requirements
  • Hold City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ Diploma 2357 (or 2360/2330 route) or the C&G 5357 electrotechnical qualification
  • Or an equivalent ECS Gold Card issued by the JIB/SJIB
  • Existing competence in BS 7671 (18th Edition) inspection and testing is assumed
  • Complete the 2922-34 course, the online e-volve knowledge test, and the practical assessment

C&G 2922-34 Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

2-4 weeks alongside a 2-3 day training course

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

City & Guilds e-volve (online knowledge test) at an approved centre, plus on-site practical assessment

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Retake Policy

Candidates who do not pass the online knowledge test or practical may re-sit per the training centre's policy (a re-sit fee may apply).

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam FeeBundled within the training-centre course and assessment fee
Total Estimated CostTypically £400-£700 including the course (varies by provider)
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C&G 2922-34 Exam Details

City & Guilds 2922-34 Level 3 Award in the Installation and Maintenance of Small Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems

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Approximately 75% (online knowledge test) plus a separate practical assessment
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Course + assessment typically £400-£700 (varies by training centre)
Exam Fee
Study time: 2-4 weeks alongside a 2-3 day course
Prerequisites: Must already hold a Level 3 electrotechnical qualification (e.g. C&G 2357 or 5357) or an equivalent ECS Gold Card

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official City & Guilds content outline

PV Principles & Cell Technology15%

How photovoltaic cells generate electricity, monocrystalline/polycrystalline/thin-film technologies, Standard Test Conditions (1000 W/m², 25°C), I-V characteristics, irradiance and temperature effects, and watt-peak rating

System Design & Sizing20%

Site survey, orientation and tilt, shade analysis and the MCS kWp x kk yield estimate, series/parallel string configuration, MPPT window and temperature-corrected string voltage sizing

Components: Panels, Inverters & Mounting18%

Module construction and bypass diodes, string and microinverters, MPPT, combiner boxes, MC4 connectors, on-roof/in-roof mounting, structural and wind loads, and metering

DC & AC Wiring and BS 767116%

BS 7671 Section 712 requirements, PV cable to EN 50618, DC isolation, string overcurrent protection, voltage drop, earthing and bonding, surge protection and minimising loop area

MCS, G98 & G99 Grid Connection13%

Microgeneration Certification Scheme, ENA G98 fit-and-inform (up to 16 A/phase) and G99 prior-approval, anti-islanding protection, the Smart Export Guarantee and DNO requirements

Testing, Commissioning & Documentation10%

IEC 62446-1 DC test sequence (continuity, polarity, Voc, Isc, insulation resistance), verifying readings against design, commissioning records, EIC and customer handover

Maintenance, Fault-Finding & Safety8%

Periodic inspection, soiling and shading, hot-spots and degradation, inverter fault codes, work at height, safe isolation of a dual-supply installation, and labelling

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