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| Course: SOLAR WATER PUMPING | ||
| Lesson Topic/Content | Specific objectives | Competencies and Outcomes |
| Introduction to renewable energy | Explain what renewable energy is.Distinguish renewable from non -renewable energy resources | Know the advantages and disadvantages of renewable energy resources |
| Solar Energy-The basic Physics | Introduce solar conversion,Carry out electrical calculations | Have a knowledge to dissect and solve problems on electricity using equations |
| Introduction to Photovoltaic Systems | Identify and name PV system componentsExplain solar home systems | Understand the basic components of PV systems.Have knowledge of basic connections of solar home system.Know the range in size of PV systems. |
| Solar Home System Sizing | Explain system sizing Introduce different methods of solar home system sizing Outline different steps in solar sizing | Carry out a sample design situation,Be able to size basic systems using the standard & sunshine method |
| Intoduction to solar water pumping | discuss applications of solar water pumping & state functions of main components of solar water pumping Size and design a solar water pumping system. | Understand solar water pumping applications.Identify main components of solar water pumping system.Should be able to install a basic solar water pumping system. |
| Safety Precautions ,Basic Maintenance & Trouble Shooting of PV Systems | Identify site risk and hazards associated with PV systems installationDiscuss maintenance of system componentsDiscuss trouble shooting guidelines | Should be able to assess risks associated with PV systems installationAbility to manage risks and safety measuresBe able to troubleshoot some standard systems faults |