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.
Course Duration: 3 months
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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.

Main topics to be covered 

1)PV System Components and their Operation
2)Solar PV Sizing
3)Solar PV Kit Functioning and Assembly
4)Troubleshooting and Maintenance of Solar PV Kits

Basics of Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems Course

Welcome to the Basics of Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems course.
This course is open to, but not limited to, new learners interested in solar PV technology, certificate and diploma students in electrical installation, solar energy technicians, installers, project developers, vocational instructors, and professionals from solar companies.

Course Structure

The course is organized into 11 comprehensive units designed to provide both theoretical knowledge and practical skills:

  • 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: Battery connections

  • Unit 7: Solar PV system design

  • Unit 8: Solar PV system installation

  • Unit 9: Solar PV system commissioning

  • Unit 10: Solar PV system troubleshooting

  • Unit 11: Solar PV system maintenance

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

  • Prepare and correctly use solar energy materials, tools, and equipment

  • Conduct solar energy resource analysis

  • Perform DC electricity analysis

  • Analyze PV cell parameters

  • Identify and analyze solar PV system components

  • Carry out correct battery connections

  • Design a complete solar PV system

  • Install a solar PV system according to industry standards

  • Commission a solar PV system

  • Troubleshoot faults in solar PV systems

  • Perform routine maintenance of solar PV systems


Basics of Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems Course

Welcome to the Basics of Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems course.
This course is open to, but not limited to, new learners interested in solar PV technology, certificate and diploma students in electrical installation, solar energy technicians, installers, project developers, vocational instructors, and professionals from solar companies.

Course Structure

The course is organized into 11 comprehensive units designed to provide both theoretical knowledge and practical skills:

  • 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: Battery connections

  • Unit 7: Solar PV system design

  • Unit 8: Solar PV system installation

  • Unit 9: Solar PV system commissioning

  • Unit 10: Solar PV system troubleshooting

  • Unit 11: Solar PV system maintenance

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

  • Prepare and correctly use solar energy materials, tools, and equipment

  • Conduct solar energy resource analysis

  • Perform DC electricity analysis

  • Analyze PV cell parameters

  • Identify and analyze solar PV system components

  • Carry out correct battery connections

  • Design a complete solar PV system

  • Install a solar PV system according to industry standards

  • Commission a solar PV system

  • Troubleshoot faults in solar PV systems

  • Perform routine maintenance of solar PV systems