Solar 101
Your solar journey starts here. Solar 101 gives you the confidence and knowledge to understand how solar works , helps you understand the industry, and find where you fit in. No technical background needed.
Description
Everyone working in or around solar has to start somewhere. Solar 101 is that starting point - a two-day course built for people who are new to the industry and want to understand how solar actually works, without getting lost in calculations or technical jargon.
You'll come away with a clear picture of how PV systems are built, what the components do, and how to talk about solar confidently, whether you're helping customers, supporting a technical team, or exploring whether a solar career is right for you.
Target Audience
Solar 101 is designed for anyone stepping into the solar world for the first time, including:
- Sales, admin, and customer-facing staff at solar companies
- People considering a career in solar who want to understand the landscape first
- Managers and decision-makers who need a working knowledge of solar without the technical deep-dive
- Recent school leavers and youth exploring opportunities in the energy sector
- Anyone who wants to understand solar before committing to a full training path
Main Topics
- How solar electricity works: practical, jargon-free
- Types of PV systems (on-grid, off-grid, hybrid)
- PV components: panels, inverters, batteries, protection and safety
- Installation, operation and maintenance fundamentals
- Solar energy in South Africa: regulation, grid connection, and the role of the installer
- Feasibility of PV systems incl. a practical case study
- Overview: what comes after Solar 101, the path to installation and certification
Prerequisites
This course has no prerequisites. No technical background, no prior experience. If you're curious about solar, you're ready for Solar 101.
Registration Process
When you click on REGISTER, you will need to provide all of your particulars in order to be issued with a pro-forma invoice. Your attendance of any training or assessment can only be confirmed on full payment of the invoice. Please consult our T&Cs for more information.
Accreditation
International accreditation by the German Solar Energy Society (DGS e.V).
Your Next Step
Solar 101 is Step 1. Where you go next depends on your goal:
- Want hands-on installation skills? Continue with PV Mounter, a practical course focused on real on-site work and employability.
- Working towards the PV GreenCard? SuperSolarSchool is the core training that prepares you for South Africa's recognised installer certification.
- Not sure yet? That's fine! Speak to our team after the course and we'll help you map out the right path.