T1 SOLAR PV INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE – TECHNICIAN LEVEL 1

This T1 Solar PV Technician course is designed for youth and entry-level technicians seeking skills in solar PV installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting, specifically for SESA deployment.

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About this Course

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Program Type: Foundational Solar PV Technician Training
Duration: 6–8 Weeks (Blended: Online + Practical Bootcamp)
Delivery Mode: Online Learning + In-Person / Field Practical Training
Certification:  Certified Solar PV Technician – Level 1 (Prepares for EPRA T1 License)

 

Course Overview

This T1 Solar PV Technician course is designed for youth and entry-level technicians seeking skills in solar PV installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting, specifically for SESA deployment.

The course blends online theory modules with hands-on practical bootcamps to ensure learners gain the knowledge and real-world experience needed to:

• Install small-scale solar home systems (0–240 Wp)
• Perform safe and quality-assured electrical work
• Carry out routine system maintenance
• Assist in rural electrification projects under SESA
• Prepare for EPRA T1 licensing

No prior experience is required; the course is suitable for vocational students, electricians, or community-based energy technicians.

 

Learning Outcomes

After completing the course, learners will be able to:

Knowledge

• Explain solar energy principles and PV system types
• Understand electrical fundamentals (voltage, current, resistance, AC vs DC)
• Identify solar PV system components and their functions
• Apply Kenyan regulatory and safety standards for PV systems

Practical Skills

• Install and mount PV modules on roof and ground structures
• Wire PV systems including MC4 connectors and proper cabling
• Connect batteries, charge controllers, and basic inverters
• Test and commission small PV systems
• Troubleshoot basic faults and perform routine maintenance
• Document installations and complete reporting forms

 

Target Learners

• Youth seeking green energy careers
• Community technicians supporting SESA deployment
• Electricians and vocational students seeking solar PV certification
• Entry-level technical staff for mini-grid or solar home system installation teams

 

Certification

• SESA Certified Solar PV Technician – Level 1
• Recognized for EPRA T1 licensing preparation
• Certificate includes practical skills transcript and logbook

 

Resources / Tools Provided

• PV modules, controllers, batteries, inverters
• Mounting kits
• Cabling, connectors, fuses, breakers
• Multimeter, clamp meter, testing tools
• Training manuals and LMS access

 

Course Benefits

• Prepares for entry-level solar PV technician roles
• Blended delivery ensures knowledge + hands-on competence
• Supports SESA rural electrification goals
• Enhances employability in Kenya and East Africa