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This course equips learners with the technical skills and business knowledge needed to make money from solar energy in Zambia. Learners will understand how solar systems work, how to size and install them, how to start a solar installation business, and how to monetize opportunities in the growing renewable energy market.
What you will Learn ?
- Understand how solar energy works
- Know the solar market opportunities in Zambia
- Identify and select the right solar components
- Calculate loads and design complete solar systems
- Install solar panels, inverters, controllers, and batteries safely
- Test, troubleshoot, and maintain solar systems
- Start a solar installation business in Zambia
- Price solar services and create client packages
- Earn from selling solar products and commissions
- Offer site surveys, quotations, and consultant services
- Market solar services on WhatsApp, Facebook, and TikTok
- Build long-term customer relationships
Course Requirements
- Basic understanding of electricity (optional but helpful)
- Ability to use a smartphone or computer
- Interest in renewable energy or small business
- A notebook for practical calculations
Course Description
This course equips learners with the technical skills and business knowledge needed to make money from solar energy in Zambia. Learners will understand how solar systems work, how to size and install them, how to start a solar installation business, and how to monetize opportunities in the growing renewable energy market. The course is designed for beginners and intermediate learners, and requires no engineering background.
Course Curriculum
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- Lesson 1: Understanding the Solar Energy Market in Zambia 00:05:00
- Lesson 2: Basic Solar Terms Explained Unlimited
- Lesson 3: Types of Solar Systems Unlimited
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- Lesson 1: Solar Panels Unlimited
- Lesson 2: Charge Controllers Unlimited
- Lesson 3: Batteries Unlimited
- Lesson 4: Inverters Unlimited
- Lesson 5: Accessories Unlimited
- Basic Quiz 00:06:00
- Lesson 1: Understanding Load Calculation Unlimited
- Lesson 2: Panel Sizing Unlimited
- Lesson 3: Battery Sizing Unlimited
- Lesson 4: Inverter Sizing Unlimited
- Lesson 5: Putting Everything Together Unlimited
- Practical Activity Unlimited
- Lesson 1: Starting a Solar Installation Business Unlimited
- Lesson 2: Solar System Sales & Commission Earnings Unlimited
- Lesson 3: Offering Maintenance Services Unlimited
- Lesson 4: Creating Packages for Customers Unlimited
- Lesson 5: Becoming a Solar Consultant Unlimited
- Assessment 1: Solar Design Quiz 00:06:00
- Assessment 2: Installation Practical Quiz Unlimited
- Assignment Unlimited
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