Solar Photovoltaic Systems

Compulsary For MSc YES
Technical
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Faced with ever-increasing energy demand, the earth's sources of non-renewable energy are not expected to last long. Among the many contenders vying to replace fossil fuels, photovoltaics (PV) offers many advantages, including needing little maintenance and being relatively "environmental-friendly". Owing to growing concerns regarding greenhouse gas emissions and energy security, Solar PV Systems energy is an attractive option. PV is emerging as a major power resource, steadily becoming more affordable and proving to be more reliable. This course covers the principles, design and installation of photovoltaic (PV) systems, and involves actual hands-on work with PV systems and equipment.

Outcomes

  1. Assess the availability of solar resource and conduct site assessments for PV installations.
  2. Analyze the performance and operating characteristics of PV system and components.
  3. Design appropriate code-compliant configurations for PV systems and equipment.
  4. Apply state-of-the-art simulation tools to evaluate solar systems for specific application and geographic locations
  5. Plan and prepare for PV system installations, including customer relations, developing performance expectations, responsibilities and schedule.
  6. Review in-depth health and safety issues and requirements that are pertinent to the solar workplace (Lesotho Code of Practice for PV Installers requirements)

Facilitators

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Ms. Kekeletso Mokopanela
lecturer at Lerotholi Polytechnic. She has attended several courses on renewable energy technology applications, locally and internationally.... read more
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Prof. Molibeli Taele
An associate Professor of Applied Physics in the Department Of Physics and Electronics at the National University of Lesotho... read more
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Eng. Tawanda Hove
Senior Lecturer in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Zimbabwe... read more
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