The Directorate General of Training (DGT) under Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship offers a range of vocational training courses catering to the need of different sectors of economy/ Labour market. The vocational training programmes are delivered under the aegis of Directorate General of Training (DGT). Craftsman Training Scheme (CTS) with variants and Apprenticeship Training Scheme (ATS) are two pioneer schemes of DGT for strengthening vocational training.

CTS courses are delivered nationwide through network of ITIs. The course ‘Solar Technician (Electrical)’ is of one-year duration. It mainly consists of Domain area and Core area. The Domain area (Trade Theory and Trade Practical) imparts professional skills and knowledge, while Core area (Workshop calculation & science, Engineering Drawing and Employability Skills) imparts requisite core skill, knowledge and life skills.After passing out of the training program, the trainee is awarded National Trade Certificate (NTC) by DGT which is recognized worldwide.

Trainee broadly needs to demonstrate that they are able to:

• Read and interpret technical parameters/ documentation, plan and organize work processes, identify necessary materials and tools.
• Perform tasks with due consideration to safety rules, accident prevention regulations and environmental protection stipulations.
• Apply professional knowledge & employability skills while performing the job and modification & maintenance work.
• Check the circuit/ equipment/ panel as per drawing for functioning, identify and rectify faults/ defects.
• Document the technical parameters related to the task undertaken.

JOB ROLE

Solar Panel Installation Technician; is also known as ‘Panel Installer’, the Solar Panel Installation Technician is responsible for installing solar panels at the customers’ premises. The individual at work checks the installation site, understands the layout requirement as per design, assesses precautionary measures to be taken, installs the solar panel as per customer’s requirement and ensures effective functioning of the system post installation.

Solar PV System Installation Engineer; is responsible for designing and installing the solar photovoltaic system at the customer’s premises to meeting their power requirement. The individual at work evaluates the installation site, designs the installation, plans and arranges for materials, and ensures smooth installation process. The individual also supervises the installation technicians’ work.

Solar PV System Maintenance Technician; is responsible for maintenance and effective functioning of the installed solar panels. The individual at work cleans the installed solar modules, checks the photovoltaic system for uninterrupted power output and identifies faults in the PV system.

Module Assembly Technician; is responsible for fixing frames and junction box in the solar module. The individual at work prepares the solar module for final assembly, frames the module and fixes the junction box with cables on the rear side of the module. The individual is also responsible for connecting the tabbing wire from the module to the junction box and soldering them.

LEARNING OUTCOME

• 1. Prepare profile with an appropriate accuracy as per drawing following safety precautions.
• 2. Prepare electrical wire joints, carry out soldering and crimping.
• 3. Construct and test various characteristics of electrical and magnetic circuits.
• 4. Assemble, install and test wiring system.
• 5. Use instruments for measurement of various electrical parameters.
• 6. Perform basic Electric energy calculations and understand transmission and distribution of electrical power.
• 7. Verify natural planetary movements and sunlight’s path.
• 8. Demonstrate characteristics of Photovoltaic cells, Modules, Batteries and Charge controllers.
• 9. Construct and demonstrate Solar DC appliances.
• 10. Connect, test, under take maintenance and disposal of solar batteries.
• 11. Connect and test solar panel, Charge controller, Battery bank and Inverter.
• 12. Prepare bill of materials for small, medium and mega solar PV projects.
• 13. Perform various tests and measurement pertaining to PV Modules and their installation as per IEC standards.
• 14. Assist in Installation and commissioning of Solar PV plant and Hybrid plant.
• 15. Perform Operation & Maintenance of PV system with best practices.
• 16. Perform manufacturing of solar panel, prepare and commission marketable solar products.