Course Overview
This comprehensive course on Solar Photovoltaic Water Pumping
Systems (SPVWPS) equips learners with essential knowledge and
practical skills to harness solar energy for efficient water
pumping. As solar technology becomes more affordable, its
applications extend beyond lighting, offering sustainable
solutions for power-intensive tasks, especially in remote areas
without access to traditional electricity. Designed for
individuals with a background in mathematics, electronics,
electrical, or mechanical fields, this course covers everything
from the basics of photovoltaic systems to the intricacies of
designing, installing, and maintaining solar-powered water
pumps, preparing you to make a meaningful impact in the field
of renewable energy
What You Will Learn
- Master the principles of solar water pumping systems, enabling you to apply this knowledge effectively as a technician. You'll also develop the ability to interpret and adhere to key technical and performance standards.
- Confidently design, install, troubleshoot, and maintain solar water pumping systems, ensuring safety and efficiency in every project you undertake.
- Evaluate and optimize the performance of existing systems, ensuring they operate at peak efficiency.
- Identify and capitalize on business opportunities within the growing field of solar water pumping, positioning yourself as a knowledgeable and capable technician in this expanding industry.
How to Access the Course Video
Watch the introductory video below to get an overview of what you'll be learning in this course. This video will guide you through the core concepts and the structure of the course.
Welcome to Basics of Solar
Photovoltaic Systems Course.
The course is open but not limited to new
students interested in solar PV technology, certificate and
diploma students in electrical installation, solar energy
technicians, installers, project developers, vocational
instructors, and solar companies
The course is divided into 11
units:
UNIT
1: Solar energy materials, tools and
equipment.
UNIT 2:
Solar energy resource analysis.
UNIT
3: DC electricity analysis.
UNIT 4: PV Cell parameters
analysis.
UNIT
5: Solar PV system components identification and
analysis.
UNIT 6:
Batteries connection.
UNIT
7: Solar PV system design.
UNIT
8: Solar PV system installation.
UNIT
9: Solar PV system commissioning.
UNIT
10: Trouble shooting for the solar PV
system.
UNIT
11: Maintenance of solar PV system
Objectives
The course unable students
to:
Prepare solar
energy materials, tools and equipment
Conduct solar energy resource
analysis
Conduct
DC electricity analysis
Conduct PV Cell parameters
analysis
Conduct solar PV system components
identification and analysis
Carry out batteries
connection
Conduct
a solar PV system design
Conduct a solar PV system
installation
Carry
out a solar PV system
commissioning
Conduct
trouble shooting for the solar PV system
Conduct maintenance of solar PV
system
The course
unable students to:
Prepare solar energy materials, tools and
equipment
Conduct
solar energy resource analysis
Conduct DC electricity
analysis
Conduct
PV Cell parameters analysis
Conduct solar PV system components
identification and analysis
Carry out batteries
connection
Conduct
a solar PV system design
Conduct a solar PV system
installation
Carry
out a solar PV system
commissioning
Conduct
trouble shooting for the solar PV system
Conduct maintenance of solar PV
system
This course
is the entry point to become a licensed solar technician.
Participants’ receive comprehensive know-how for photovoltaics,
hands-on training with technical components, designing, and
maintaining optimized PV stand-alone systems to apply for a T1
license from the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Commission
(EPRC).
This
course covers the competencies required to design, install,
commission and maintain solar PV systems.
Expected Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this module, the learner should be able to:
1. Prepare solar energy materials, tools and equipment
2. Conduct solar energy resource analysis
3. Conduct DC electricity analysis
4. Conduct PV Cell parameters analysis
5. Conduct solar PV system components identification and analysis
6. Carry out batteries connection
7. Conduct a solar PV system design
8. Conduct a solar PV system installation
9. Carry out a solar PV system commissioning
10. Conduct trouble shooting for the solar PV system
11. Conduct maintenance of solar PV system