Greenwood Academy/NECA Live Training Event Show 2

COMMERCIAL RENEWABLE TRAINING - LIVE AT NECA BALLARAT

* FOR VICTORIAN RESIDENTS ONLY * This program is funded by the Victorian Government through Solar Victoria’s Electrification Skills Program. Grab a limited FREE seat to Victoria's sole, live SAA Accredited Commercial Solar training. Show 2 will be held at NECA Ballarat in this immersive full day training to give you the confidence to learn all process steps involved in large scale commercial PV installs.

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The all-day “Commercial Solar Design & Install” course will provide you with invaluable insights and practical knowledge. This is your chance to kick-off, jump-start or propel your career in the renewable energy industry.

DATE: Wednesday 14th October 2026

LOCATION: NECA Ballarat Campus - 25 Barkly Street, Ballarat East Vic 3350

RUN TIME: Course starts at 7:30am and finishes 4 - 4:30pm

BREAKS: 40 min lunch, 15 min afternoon tea

CPD POINTS: 60

NECA BALLARAT

Inside the NECA Facility

NECA Education & Careers Ballarat provides a modern, purpose-built training environment designed specifically for the electrical industry. The facility includes contemporary solar PV, battery storage and electrical equipment, making it an ideal venue for Greenwood Academy’s practical 1 MW Commercial Solar Training Day.


With dedicated technical training spaces and a strong focus on hands-on learning, the Ballarat campus gives participants the opportunity to undertake industry-focused training in a facility built for electricians and renewable energy professionals.

Join our multiple presenters

Hosted by 20-year industry veteran and Academy's Lead Educator Veli Markovic (SAA Accredited ON / OFF Grid) & Jayesh Satani RPEQ, GridSafe Product Manager MEM / B.ENG / SAA Accredited Designer)

Guest Speakers - Dhruv Parikh Greenwood Engineer & Andrei Sablinskis Production Manager

This action packed day offers real world experience in the field that no one else teaches.

22 Modules covered across all aspects of Commercial Solar.

What Greenwood has learnt in 10 years the hard way, we pass on to you.

Ed Bennison

Principal Engineer (MIEAust) | Arigo Consulting

"Greenwood Academy’s courses cater from entry level to high end engineering. 10 Years of experience in an ever growing industry is captured perfectly in relevant course content."

Kevin Keenan

Electrical Inspector | EIC

"I got a lot out of the Live Training. There's a lot of information to take in on running a large commercial site.

Veli certainly knows his stuff."

Chelsea Fortuna

Senior Project Engineer | Energy Project

"Really interested to see what goes on behind the scenes.

Veli is really passionate about what he is doing, and shares all of his knowledge."

Earn 60 CPD Points.

Future - proof your business.

With STC's now up to 1MW - The commercial solar industry will continue to boom.

Learn new tech, shifting regs and how to mitigate increasing competition.

Master the latest technology, navigate complex commercial installs through real project examples.

Gain skills to quote, design and deliver projects with precision - help reduce risk to your business, by hearing first hand from Greenwood.

Step inside Greenwood Academy’s live training and discover real-world insights from a 1MW commercial solar project.

What you'll learn in detail:

Commercial Solar Process

The end-to-end workflow of designing, approving, and installing a solar energy system for a business or industrial site.

Think of it as the blueprint from concept to kilowatt and everything that goes on in between.

Site Visit

On-location inspection to gather critical data for designing a solar system, such as roof condition, shading, switchboard layout, and structural integrity.

It’s the boots-on-the-ground step that turns assumptions into facts, ensuring the system design is accurate, compliant, and install-ready.

Formal Proposal

The detailed client-facing document that outlines your final solar system design, costs, expected performance, warranties, and terms of agreement.

It’s the polished pitch that turns technical plans into a professional offer, ready for client sign-off and project green light.

Project Management

Project management in solar involves coordinating all phases of the installation—from procurement and scheduling to compliance, logistics, and communication.

This ensures the system is delivered on time and within budget. It’s the behind-the-scenes engine keeping the whole show running smoothly, on time and on budget.

CMP's and what goes on behind the scenes to get to site.

A strong CMP and thorough paperwork set the framework for a successful installation before anyone steps on site.

Clear planning defines responsibilities, safety requirements, project scope, timelines, compliance, and communication.

The Grid Application Steps

A step by step guide on pre - approvals through to engineering sign off and post install connection and DNSP approvals.

Without these steps being adhered to, you risk your new PV system not being accepted by the distributor.

-Or worse.

A solar system that cant be switched on.

Detailed Engineering Design

The technical blueprint of your solar system, translating the concept into actionable construction plans with precision.

It includes electrical schematics, layout drawings, structural calculations, protection settings, and compliance docs.

Everything needed to build the system right the first time.

The Inverter Equipment Selection

The brain of any solar system—it converts DC electricity from the panels into AC power that can be used onsite or exported to the grid.

Beyond conversion, it manages grid compliance, system monitoring, safety shutdowns, and sometimes even battery integration or export control - a critical choice for install.

Advanced Volt Rise Calcs

Take a deeper dive into advanced voltage rise calculations as Veli talks through multiple real-world situations.

Learn how different project conditions impact calculations, design decisions, compliance, and system performance.

Cable Tray Design & Runs

Learn how to plan and configure cable tray systems for efficient, compliant commercial solar installations.

Explore our real-world cable runs, routing decisions, and practical considerations that can make or break an installation.

Inverter Station Design

Discover how Greenwood approaches inverter station design, layout, and installation for large-scale commercial solar projects.

Learn the practical considerations behind equipment placement, accessibility, cable management, and efficient system integration.

Solar Panel and Rail Equipment

Solar panels convert sunlight into DC electricity, and their efficiency, durability, and warranty directly impact system performance and ROI.

Rails and mounting equipment form the structural backbone, securing panels to rooftops in all weather conditions.

Interface Protection Board

The safety device installed between the solar system and the grid.

Typically required for larger commercial systems. It provides extra layers of protection—like overvoltage, overcurrent, anti-islanding, and network monitoring—to ensure the system disconnects safely.

Handover Documentation

The collection and organisation of all required technical, regulatory, and project-related paperwork—like engineering designs, compliance forms, connection applications, and warranties.

It’s the paper trail that keeps your project traceable and ready for future servicing.

How to claim STC's

Step by step breakdown on what is involved for commercial solar system STC rebate claims and eligibility.

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