Frequently Asked Questions
Index of Questions
General Reference
How and why become a GGE
General Reference
What are Grid Connected Solar Systems?
When the sun shines solar panels generate DC electricity. An inverter converts the DC electricity produced by the solar panels into 240V AC electricity, which can then be used by the property.
If the system is producing more power than is being consumed, the surplus is fed into the power grid. When the solar panels are not producing power, for example at night, your power is supplied by the mains power grid as usual. Click here to download a detailed explanation on Grid Connected systems.
How and why become a GGE
Why do I need to do this now?
With 75% of Victorians feeling growing pressure to change the way they live to reduce the impacts of climate change, and electricity prices set to rise, the growing demand for green skills is undeniable. With the global financial crisis pushing us to save, energy experts that can reduce electricity bills and guide customers to rebates and credit schemes will be needed.
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Will this get me work?
The federal governments economic stimulus package has included subsidizing energy efficiency measures. Energy efficiency programs run in the UK have concluded that household energy efficiency measures can be the easiest and cheapest way to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The Federal budget has earmarked spending to require greater energy efficiency measures to be applied to commercial buildings. The demand for the skills taught in the GGE course will only continue to grow.
What will it cost me to do the course?
We will continue to explore options for funding to enable us to deliver the GGE course at the minimum cost to the participant. As a result course cost will vary from time to time as these funding option are exercised.
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How long will it take?
The course is delivered over 5 days. This is spread over a number of weeks. Generally you would be required to attend classes one day a week over consecutive weeks. Throughout the course you will be required to undertake a practical on the job project at your workplace. The on the job project is expected to take 30 hours. In total the course is 70 hours.
What further training will I need?
This depends on what type of work you want to do. The GGE course provides you with recognised prior learning (RPL) credits towards other courses. If you want to become qualified to install solar you will need to undertake the Grid connect course.
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What energy efficient products are available?
See the Product Links area.
How do I access the rebates available?
See the Links area for further details.
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Where are the courses run?
See the course Curriculum and Calendar area.
What do I need to do to be able to install solar cells?
You will need to go on and complete a Grid Connect course at one of the many TAFE colleges. As an accredited GGE you will receive Recognised Prior Learing (RPL) credits towards this.
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