Course Details
Solar PV
The purpose of this part-qualification is to prepare the learner to operate as a Solar Photovoltaic (PV)
Standalone System Mounter, this is a 1-year course.
Areas addressed in the course:
- Apply work health and safety regulations, codes, and practices in the workplace.
- Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work.
- Fabricate, assemble, and dismantle utilities industry components.
- Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment.
- Lay wiring/cabling and terminate accessories for extra-low voltage (ELV) circuits.
- Solve problems in direct current circuits.
- Solve problems in multiple path extra-low voltage (ELV) a.c. circuits.
- Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes, and specifications.
- Participate in electronics and communications work and competency development activities.
- Solve problems in direct current (d.c.) machines.
- Solve problems in magnetic and electromagnetic devices.
- Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector.
- Solve basic problems in photovoltaic energy apparatus and systems.
- Carry out basic repairs to renewable energy (RE) apparatus.
- Diagnose and rectify faults in renewable energy (RE) control systems.
- Solve problems in stand-alone renewable energy (RE) systems.
- Verify compliance and functionality of an extra-low voltage renewable energy installation.
Please note that some fields within the course may change as the industry changes.
Requirments:
- Qualification as an electrician.
Fees:
- R64 130 - Per Year
- R7 993 - Accommodation
Accommodation includes: 3 meals daily
Course Dates 2025:
Monday-Thursday 08:00 – 16:00
Fridays: 08:00 – 12:00
- Applications open to any day
SAQA ID: 99447
Credits: 344
Accredited & Recognized:
PCD College is accredited by QCTO, EWSETA, MERSETA, and SAQA, delivering nationally recognized training that meets industry standards and is respected worldwide