Electrics for Renewable – Institute of Industrial Development

Electrics for Renewable

Course Programme

This accredited course equips participants with the latest knowledge on how to install electric renewables equipment, understand grid-connected and off-grid electrical connections and adhere to current safety regulations. The course enables participants to work successfully in the renewables industry, both locally and internationally; and is suitable for those with both a basic and advanced understanding of the sector.

Review of electrical fundamentals including:

  • Voltage, current and how they are measured, AC and DC, resistance
  • Inductance and capacitance in AC and DC circuits
  • Impact and calculation of voltage drops
  • Use of multi-meters, current clamps and shunts including practical exercise

DC-based renewable systems (off-grid):

  • Systems architecture and batteries
  • Calculation of cable size and measurement of voltage drop
  • Over current protection and over voltage protection
  • Safe operation and installation
  • Practical session measurement of PV performance
  • Earthing and over current protection

Grid-connected systems:

  • Different types of generators inverters (asynchronous and synchronous types)
  • Safety considerations
  • The impact of power factor
  • PV installation guidelines and installation standards
  • Connection and wiring standards