T2 SOLAR PV INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE – TECHNICIAN LEVEL 2

The T2 Solar PV Technician course is an advanced training program designed for technicians who have completed T1 or have equivalent experience.

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About this Course

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Program Type: Advanced Solar PV Technician Training
Duration: 8–10 Weeks (Blended: Online + Practical Bootcamp)
Delivery Mode: Online Learning + In-Person / Field Practical Training
Certification: SESA Certified Solar PV Technician – Level 2 (Prepares for EPRA T2 License)

 

Course Overview

The T2 Solar PV Technician course is an advanced training program designed for technicians who have completed T1 or have equivalent experience.

This course provides in-depth technical knowledge and hands-on skills to design, install, maintain, and troubleshoot larger standalone PV systems, hybrid systems, and small mini-grids.

T2 prepares participants to:

• Install PV systems up to ~800 Wp (household + small commercial systems)
• Design and size PV systems based on actual load and site conditions
• Work safely with AC and DC components
• Integrate solar systems with batteries, inverters, and controllers
• Lead small installation teams in SESA deployments
• Prepare for EPRA T2 licensing

 

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge

• Advanced PV system design, sizing, and load calculations
• AC/DC systems and inverter integration
• Advanced battery systems (lead-acid, lithium) and charge management
• Standards and regulations for EPRA T2 systems
• Solar project planning and documentation

Practical Skills

• Design and install complete standalone and hybrid PV systems
• Connect multi-battery banks and AC distribution
• Commission systems safely, with testing of AC/DC outputs
• Troubleshoot complex faults (inverter errors, shading, voltage drop, battery imbalance)
• Lead small teams on field deployment
• Maintain and optimize PV systems for performance and reliability

 

Target Learners

• T1-certified Solar Technicians seeking career advancement
• Electrical technicians/electricians wanting advanced solar skills
• Renewable energy entrepreneurs or installers
• SESA deployment supervisors and team leads

 

Certification

• SESA Certified Solar PV Technician – Level 2
• Prepares for EPRA T2 licensing
• Includes practical skills transcript, logbook, and field experience certificate

 

Resources / Tools Provided

• PV modules, controllers, inverters
• Multi-battery systems
• Mounting kits for larger arrays
• Cabling, connectors, breakers, fuses
• Testing tools: multimeter, clamp meter, insulation tester
• Online LMS materials and manuals

 

Course Benefits

• Equips technicians to lead medium-scale PV installations
• Aligns directly with EPRA licensing and SESA deployment needs
• Provides hands-on experience + advanced design skills
• Enhances career prospects for technicians and entrepreneurs in East Africa