Solar Energy

Master the skills needed to install, maintain, and troubleshoot solar power systems for homes and businesses. Get certified and enter the renewable energy industry.
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Course Overview

The purpose of this course is to equip participants with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to understand, install, maintain, and troubleshoot solar energy systems. The course will cover the principles of solar energy, system design, safety practices, and regulatory aspects, preparing learners to manage solar energy installations for residential and commercial use.

COURSE RANGE

The course focuses on:

  • Introduction to Solar Energy: Basics of solar energy, types of solar technologies.
  • Solar Energy Systems: On-grid, off-grid, and hybrid systems.
  • Solar Panel Technologies: Types of panels, efficiencies, and specifications.
  • System Design: Sizing solar energy systems for various applications.
  • Installation Process: Mechanical and electrical installation of solar systems.
  • Maintenance and Troubleshooting: Regular maintenance, fault finding, and troubleshooting.
  • Safety Protocols: Electrical and fire safety.
  • Regulatory Standards: Legal and compliance issues for solar energy systems.
  • Financial Considerations: Cost analysis and incentives.
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Skills you'll gain

  • Understanding of solar energy principles and technologies

  • Ability to design solar energy systems (on-grid, off-grid, hybrid)

  • Proficiency in solar panel selection, system sizing, and layout

  • Installation of mechanical and electrical solar components

  • Routine maintenance and troubleshooting techniques

  • Knowledge of electrical and fire safety in solar environments

  • Awareness of legal, regulatory, and compliance standards

  • Financial assessment and return-on-investment analysis

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Outcome

You will earn a QCTO-accredited Occupational Certificate

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