Introduction
This course offers training to engineers, technicians and students in essential electrical fundamentals and skills in designing, installing, operating, and maintaining solar photovoltaic (PV) systems.
Course Overview
Course Outcomes
Course Outcomes
At the end of this training programme, course participants shall be able to:
- Design a Solar PV system ;
- Prepare tools and materials necessary to complete an installation;
- Position, mount, and wire solar cell modules;
- Wire the controller, inverter and batteries and be able to lay the cables;
- Inspect the final connections;
- Commission the Solar PV System
- Maintain a Solar PV System;
Why Study This Course
This Course Empowers you to:
- 🔋 Rise Above Load Shedding: Gain independence from the grid and enjoy uninterrupted power supply.
- 💰 Save Money: Invest in solar energy and reduce your electricity expenditure for long-term savings.
- 💼 Start Your Own Business: Gain Skills in solar systems and offer your services to others.
- 🌍 Contribute to a Sustainable Future: Help reduce reliance on non-renewable energy sources.
Course Outline
Participants' Profile/Target Group
Engineers, technicians, Entrepreneurs, Students, Electricians and any suitably qualified personnel requiring a basic understanding of the concepts, principles, and practices of off-grid solar system design and installation.
Training Dates (UPDATED)
National Institute of Public Administration, NIPA, Main Campus, Lusaka from 23rd - 27th sept 2024
Solwezi Trades Training Institute, Solwezi from 30th sept - 4th oct 2024
Kitwe Vocational Training Centre, KVTC, Kitwe from 7th - 11th oct 2024
Livingstone Institute of Business & Engineering Studies (LIBES), Livingstone from 28th oct - 1st nov 2024
Chipata Trades Training Institute, Chipata from 28th oct - 1st nov 2024
Mongu Trades Training Institute, Mongu from 4th - 8th November 2024