Introduction

  • Training & Certification Framework
  • Small Scale Solar PV Regulation (ECRA)
  • Define the two types of electrical current (AC and DC) and explain their differences
  • Explain the relationship between volts, amps, amp-hours, watts, watt-hours, and kilowatt-hours
  • Examine power, energy, and the demand curve
  • Define utility bill terminology
  • Articulate the relationship of energy demand and PV production
  • Describe PV metering options
  • Perform power and energy calculations
  • Identify and describe the basic functions of the different components of a PV System
  • Introduce the features and applications of the following PV system configurations
    • PV-direct
    • Stand-alone
    • Grid-direct
    • Multimode
  • Diagram systems to understand component interaction and power flow