There are no formal prerequisites for this course, but it is assumed that learners have existing knowledge of grid-connected PV and battery systems. They may have completed a Grid-Connected PV Systems and a Grid-Connected Battery Systems course, hold corresponding SAA accreditation, or have applicable industry experience across residential and commercial systems.

This module is part of the 8-module Commercial & Industrial Solar and BESS Series. View the full series.

This module covers how C&I solar and battery projects are structured, governed, and delivered. You’ll work through the project lifecycle from inception to O&M, explore the standards and approval landscape, and learn how risk, contracts, and tradable certificates fit into the picture.

This course covers the following topics:

1. C&I vs Domestic: the De-risking Mindset
2. Who’s Who: Stakeholders, Roles, and Accountability Gaps
3. Project Lifecycle Part 1: Inception to EPC Selection
4. Project Lifecycle Part 2: Detailed Design through O&M
5. Risk Allocation and QA Gates
6. The Standards Landscape
7. Tradable Certificates: STC, LGC, VEEC, REGO, I-REC
8. Approvals, DNSP Process, and Metering

Learners will receive a GSES certificate of completion stating they have completed the ‘Commercial & Industrial Solar and BESS Series, Module 1: Project Framework & Standards Landscape’ course. This course is eligible for 20 CPD points with the Solar Accreditation Australia (SAA).

A computer, laptop, table, or phone with reliable internet access is required.

Delivery Mode

Delivery is online comprising of online content with a short quiz at the end of the topic. Tutor support is available if required.

Duration

This online course is self-paced. We estimate it may take approximately 1-1.5 hours to complete, however this can vary. Course access is valid for 12 months.

A full refund is available within 14 days of purchase, on the condition that the student/s have not yet logged into the student portal. Due to the online nature of the course, no refunds are possible once the course has been accessed on the student portal.