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Solar Photovoltaic System Design and Commissioning

Solar generation is expanding rapidly across the continent, and poorly designed systems underperform or fail early. This programme guides delegates through sizing, layout, protection and commissioning for grid tied and hybrid photovoltaic installations. Delegates learn to specify equipment, plan wiring and verify that a system performs as promised.

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What you will be able to do

  • Explain how photovoltaic modules and inverters convert sunlight to usable power.
  • Size arrays, inverters and cabling for a defined energy target.
  • Design string layouts that respect voltage, current and shading limits.
  • Specify protection, isolation and earthing for a photovoltaic system.
  • Plan storage and hybrid arrangements for reliable supply.
  • Commission a system and confirm performance against design figures.

Course outline

  1. 01Photovoltaic technology and system types
  2. 02Solar resource and yield estimation
  3. 03Array and inverter sizing
  4. 04String design and voltage limits
  5. 05Cabling, protection and isolation
  6. 06Earthing and surge protection
  7. 07Battery storage and hybrid systems
  8. 08Grid connection considerations
  9. 09Commissioning and performance testing
  10. 10Operation, monitoring and maintenance

Who should attend

Electrical engineers, renewable energy technicians, installers and facilities staff planning or maintaining solar photovoltaic installations.

Dates, venues and fees

DatesVenueDaysFeeCalendarRegister
28 Sep to 2 Oct 2026Dubai5US$1,800Closed
5 to 9 Oct 2026Johannesburg5R18,000Register
12 to 16 Oct 2026Cape Town5R18,000Register
19 to 23 Oct 2026Durban5R18,000Register
26 to 30 Oct 2026Pretoria5R18,000Register
2 to 6 Nov 2026Nairobi5US$1,800Register
9 to 13 Nov 2026Dar es Salaam5US$1,800Register
16 to 20 Nov 2026Lusaka5US$1,800Register
23 to 27 Nov 2026Harare5US$1,800Register
30 Nov to 4 Dec 2026Accra5US$1,800Register
7 to 11 Dec 2026Lagos5US$1,800Register

Fees are per delegate. South African venues are priced in rand; other locations and online in US dollars. Fees exclude 15% VAT where applicable. Group bookings of three or more delegates from the same organisation qualify for a reduced rate; contact us for a quotation.

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