Creec Academy

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+256 393 106 496

+256 414 532-008

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College of Engineering, Design, Art &
Technology. Makerere University

Module 2 - DRE site selection and engineering

Dates

16th - 20th June 2025

Course Fees

700,000 UGX (Male) 600,000 UGX (Female)

Target Group:

The training is prepared for people with prior basic understanding of PV systems, solar resources, and basic electrical systems. They include energy system operators, installers, project developers, vocational instructors, O&M technicians, engineers.

Duration

 5 days – Physical

ABOUT THIS COURSE

About the course

This course is designed for the participants to understand the fundamentals of solar energy and its application in mini grids, learn design principles for efficient and reliable mini grid systems and to gain practical skills in installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of solar mini grids.

Course Outline

  •  Site selection, demand assessment and load forecasting.
  • Renewable mini grid components(PV).
  • Renewable mini grid components (Wind and Hydro).
  • Fieldwork/ Micro-grid practical session.

Certification: National: CREEC and Micro Grid Academy (MGA) for now, DIT certification later.