Course overview
Learn practical skills to install, maintain, and troubleshoot solar power systems. This hands-on course covers solar panels, wiring, inverters, batteries, system installation, and basic troubleshooting—preparing you for real-world opportunities in the growing solar energy industry.
What you will learn
- By the end of the Solar Technician Course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the fundamentals of solar energy and photovoltaic (PV) systems.
- Identify and understand the function of solar panels, inverters, batteries, and other components.
- Calculate basic electrical loads and determine appropriate system sizes.
- Install and connect solar panels, inverters, batteries, and related wiring safely.
- Configure and test basic solar power systems.
- Identify common system faults and perform basic troubleshooting.
- Carry out routine inspection and maintenance of solar installations.
- Apply electrical safety, grounding, and protection practices.
- Assess basic installation sites and recommend suitable solar solutions.
- Understand basic costing, quotations, and professional practices for solar installation work.
Course outline
- 01Module 1: Introduction to Solar Energy
- 02Basics of solar energy and photovoltaic (PV) systems
- 03Types of solar systems
- 04On-grid, off-grid, and hybrid systems
- 05Solar system components and their functions
- 06Basic electrical concepts and safety
- 07Module 2: Solar Panels & System Components
- 08Types of solar panels
- 09Panel specifications and ratings
- 10Inverters and their types
- 11Solar batteries and charge controllers
Requirements
- Basic understanding of mathematics and general science.
- Basic knowledge of electricity is helpful but not mandatory.
- No prior professional solar experience is required.
- Participants should be willing to learn practical electrical and installation skills.
- A smartphone or laptop is recommended for learning and accessing course materials.
- Participants should follow all safety instructions during practical sessions.