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Solar Power Basics and Small Off-Grid Installation

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About Course

A practical professional course that teaches learners how small solar systems work, how to size and assemble entry-level off-grid setups, how to connect panels, batteries, charge controllers, and inverters safely, and how to troubleshoot common problems in homes and small shops.

What Will You Learn?

  • By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
  • Explain how small off‑grid solar systems work (panel → charge controller → battery → inverter → loads)
  • Identify and describe the function of panels, batteries, charge controllers, inverters, fuses, breakers, and wiring
  • Collect information from a customer and prepare a realistic load list for a room, shop, or small office
  • Estimate battery capacity and solar panel size for simple systems, including a safety margin
  • Choose between different system types (very small DC system vs. full off‑grid or hybrid) depending on the use case
  • Follow a clear, safe installation sequence and wiring plan for basic systems
  • Mount panels with correct orientation and shading awareness
  • Apply basic protection and safety practices, including fuses/breakers and safe cable sizing
  • Troubleshoot common problems such as low charging, fast battery drain, and inverter tripping
  • Communicate professionally with customers, prepare a simple quotation, and give realistic maintenance advice

Course Content

Topic 1: Why Solar Matters
Understand why solar skills are valuable in Ghana and across Africa for homes, shops, schools, and small businesses.

  • Lesson 1: Why Small Solar Systems Are in Demand
  • Lesson 2: Types of Solar Systems and Where They Fit

Topic 2: Solar Electricity Fundamentals
Learn the basic electrical concepts that make solar systems easier to understand and safer to build.

Topic 3: Load Assessment and System Sizing
Learn how to calculate customer needs and turn real appliance use into a workable solar design.

Topic 4: Charge Controllers, Batteries, and Inverters
Master the core devices that regulate charging, store energy, and power AC appliances.

Topic 5: Installation Process and Wiring
Learn the practical sequence for assembling small systems and connecting them safely.

Topic 6: Protection, Safety, and Troubleshooting
Prevent dangerous mistakes and learn how to identify common field problems in small installations.

Topic 7: Solar Business Practice
Turn technical skill into a reliable service for homes and small businesses.

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