GREEN Solar Academy Launches 2023 Solar Training Courses to Help Meet Zimbabwe’s Renewable Energy Goals
GREEN Solar Academy is thrilled to announce its solar training courses in Zimbabwe in 2023. With the increasing demand for solar energy, the academy has designed courses to equip individuals with knowledge and skills in solar energy systems. The courses have been tailored to provide practical skills to both beginners and professionals in the industry.
The courses offered by GREEN Solar Academy include Principles of PV Systems, PV Solar Basics (practical), PV Off-grid Technician, PV Mounter (practical), and SP Designer. The academy has scheduled the courses from March to June, and the duration of the courses ranges from one day to several weeks.
To make the training accessible to many individuals, GREEN Solar Academy has made the Principles of PV Systems course free and available online. The PV Solar Basics (practical) course, PV Off-grid Technician and the PV Mounter (practical) prices have been structured to be as affordable as possible for ZImbabweans wishing to embark on a career in Solar. The SP Designer course is yet to be announced.
The academy has received a massive response to the courses, and the slots are limited, and offered on a first-come basis. Enroll today and secure your spot for the training courses. For more details on the courses and the booking process, visit the academy’s website at solar-training.org.
Solar training courses offered by GREEN Solar Academy in Zimbabwe in 2023
| Course | Description | Dates | Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Principles of PV Systems | A free online course that covers the basic principles of photovoltaic (PV) systems, including system components, solar radiation, energy storage, and system design. | Self-paced | Free |
| PV Solar Basics | A one-day practical course that covers the fundamentals of PV systems, including component and datasheet analysis, electro-technical basics, mounting systems, and how to become a PV installer. Participants will gain hands-on experience with solar panels, charge controllers, and inverters. | March 30th, April 27th, May 31st, June 29th | $58 |
| PV Off-grid Technician | A comprehensive online course that teaches participants how to design, install, and maintain off-grid PV systems for residential and commercial buildings. Topics covered include system sizing, battery storage, charge controllers, inverters, and wiring. This course is recommended for those who have completed the PV Solar Basics course or have equivalent experience. | Self-paced | €50 |
| PV Mounter | A one-day practical course that teaches participants how to mount solar panels and install PV systems on roofs, walls, and poles. Participants will learn how to assess roof load, use tools safely, and work at heights. | June 18th, June 21st | $115 |
| SP Designer | A course that teaches participants how to design and size solar power systems for residential and commercial buildings. Topics covered include site analysis, load calculations, component selection, and system optimization. This course is recommended for those who have completed the PV Off-grid Technician course or have equivalent experience. | TBA | TBA |
(Provisional calendar dates – Please check the booking website to confirm the latest information.)