Solar PV Advance Professional Course
Course Overview
The Basic & Advanced Solar PV Professional Course is a comprehensive six-month competency-based training programme designed to equip participants with the technical knowledge and practical skills required to excel in the solar energy industry. The course covers the fundamentals of electricity, renewable energy, and photovoltaic (PV) technology before progressing to advanced topics such as Solar PV system design, sizing, simulation, installation, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Participants receive extensive hands-on training in DC- and AC-coupled systems, battery energy storage, solar water pumping, solar street lighting, mini-grid and hybrid systems, and large-scale PV installations. By combining classroom instruction with real-world practical experience, the programme prepares graduates to confidently design, install, operate, and maintain modern Solar PV systems in accordance with industry standards.
- Introduction to solar photovoltaic (PV) systems
- Fundamentals of electricity and renewable energy
- Solar PV components and system configurations
- DC-coupled solar systems
- Solar PV installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting
- Battery systems, charge controllers, and inverters
- Solar water pumping basics
- Safety practices in PV installation
- Advanced solar PV system design and installation
- Solar PV system sizing and calculations
- Solar PV Design and Simulation
- AC-coupled PV systems
- Battery storage systems
- Solar water pumping systems
- Solar street lighting systems
- Mini-grid installation and hybrid systems
- PV system monitoring, maintenance, testing, and troubleshooting
- Practical installation up to large-scale PV systems
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the principles of electricity, renewable energy, and Solar PV technology.
- Design, size, and simulate efficient Solar PV systems for residential, commercial, and industrial applications.
- Install, commission, maintain, and troubleshoot Solar PV systems using industry best practices.
- Configure and manage battery storage systems, inverters, charge controllers, and other key PV components.
- Design and install solar water pumping, solar street lighting, mini-grid, and hybrid energy systems.
- Monitor, test, and optimize the performance of Solar PV systems to ensure reliability and efficiency.
- Apply occupational health, safety standards, and professional installation practices in all Solar PV projects.
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
Age: 18–25 years
Educational Background: Basic knowledge or experience in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Installation, or a related electrical field.
Entrance Exams: Applicant who passes the both entrance and interview.
Don Bosco Solar Institute is committed to delivering high-quality, industry-relevant Solar PV training. Our six-month Professional Basic and Advance Solar PV Course is accredited under the German Chamber of Commerce (AHK) network in Ghana.
Upon successful completion of the programme, participants are awarded an AHK Certificate, an internationally recognized qualification that demonstrates competence in Solar PV installation and renewable energy technologies. This certification enhances graduates’ professional credibility and provides a competitive advantage for employment opportunities both within Ghana and internationally.
Regular Class
(6 Months)
Days: Monday – Friday
Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Weekend Class
(8 Months)
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
