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1. WELCOME
TO
SESSION 1

2. INTRODUCTION
Welcome dear learner’s !! I am excited to
meet you all. I am your virtual class
trainer. During the course you will meet
the other trainers and experts too.
I am glad to be part of your learning
journey. So let’s introduce ourselves.
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3. SOLAR PV SYSTEM
TECHNICIAN (INSTALLER)
COURSE
This course will help you learn how to
install a Solar PV System and what
steps you need to perform while
installing a Solar PV System.
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4. WARM UP!!
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5. SESSION ETIQUETTES
1. BE ON TIME (OFFLINE
& ONLINE)
2. MAINTAIN SILENCE
(ONLINE & OFFLINE)
3. MIC ON MUTE (ONLINE)
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https://www.elegantthemes.com/blog/business/how-to-look-good-on-zoom-what-to-wear-and-where-to-sit
There are some etiquettes you need to follow while attending classes offline and online.
If your class is at 5 PM , please
be ready 15 minutes before
that.
Do not talk while attending
class and sit at a silent place
without any disturbance in the
background.
Do not talk and sit silent
Keep your microphone on
mute when you are not
speaking.

6. 5. LIGHTING & BACKGROUND
(ONLINE)
6. DRESS WELL
(ONLINE& OFFLINE)
4. CAMERA (ONLINE)
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https://www.elegantthemes.com/blog/business/how-to-look-good-on-zoom-what-to-wear-and-where-to-sit
SESSION ETIQUETTES
Sit at a place where there is
enough light on face and
background is clean.
You shall be fully and neatly
dressed.
Keep your camera on or off as
per the facilitator’s instruction
and keep it in a proper angle.

7. 8. HEADPHONES (ONLINE)
7. ASKING A QUESTION
(ONLINE & OFFLINE)
9. DECENT INTERNET
CONNECTION (ONLINE)
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SESSION ETIQUETTES
Head phones are recommended
to avoid getting disturbed from
the surrounding noise.
You shall sit at a place
where you get
uninterrupted signal.
If you have a question raise
your hand, and then speak.

8. 11. RESPECT OTHERS
(ONLINE& OFFLINE)
10. PEN & NOTEBOOK
(ONLINE& OFFLINE)
12. PHONE IN LANDSCAPE
(ONLINE)
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SESSION ETIQUETTES
Keep a pen & notebook
with you for taking notes
during the sessions.
Orientation of the phone should be in
landscape.
Do not crack jokes on
others and respect all.

9. WHAT WILL WE LEARN TODAY?
Course structure, Course study methods, benefits
from the course
Sources of electricity, difference between renewable
& non renewable sources.
Solar energy and scope of Solar PV industry.
Increasing demand in Solar PV industry and career in
Solar PV industry
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Scope of Solar PV technician in the Solar PV Industry
COVERED IN
1 SESSION

10. COURSE STRUCTURE
SOLAR PV SYSTEM TECHNICIAN
MODULE 1
INTRODUCTION TO
SOLAR PV
INDUSTRY
(Session 1)
MODULE 2
SOLAR PV SYTEM &
ITS COMPONENTS
(Session 2 &3)
MODULE 3
SOLAR PV
INSTALLATION
(Session 4 to 8)
MODULE 4
HEALTH AND
SAFETY MEASURES
(Session 9 to 10)
This Course is Divided into 8 Modules. These 8 modules will be covered in 24 sessions. Let’s see the
Modules 1-4.
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11. COURSE STRUCTURE
This Course is Divided into 8 Modules. Let’s see Modules 5-8.
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SOLAR PV SYSTEM TECHNICIAN
MODULE 5
MAINTENANCE &
TROUBLE
SHOOTING
(Session 11 to 13)
MODULE 6
STANDARD
OPERATING
PROCEDURE
(Session 14 to 15)
MODULE 7
WORKPLACE SKILLS
(Session 16 to 21)
MODULE 8
APPLICATION OF
SOLAR
TECHNOLOGY
(Session 22 to 24)

12. COURSE STUDY METHOD
This course will be taught through 3 Mediums.
2. SELF LEARNING
1. VIRTUAL CLASSES/ OFFLINE CLASSES
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13. COURSE STUDY METHOD
3. FACE TO FACE
This course will be taught through 3 Mediums.
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14. 1. VIRTUAL CLASS/ OFFLINE CLASSES
A. PRESENTATIONS C. GUEST LECTURES
B. QUESTION & ANSWER
In Virtual Classes,
presentations will be shown
and will be explained by the
trainer.
Questions can be asked
from the trainer.
You will hear from
experts online.
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In virtual classes or offline classes you will learn the content through :

15. 2. SELF LEARNING
A . STUDY MATERIAL B. VIDEOS C. QUIZ
You will be provided with the
reading material for self
learning.
Learners will be provided with
videos of different kinds –
explanatory, tutorials etc. for
easy learning.
Also there will quiz &
interactive activities.
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In self learning you will be provided with the material like:

16. 3. FACE TO FACE
A. PRACTICALS C . INDUSTRY & SITE VISITS
You will learn installation
practically in a lab and you will
be given workbook and
checklists.
You will learn step by step the
process of Installation through
industry & site visits.
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In face to face you will get training under experts in labs or other mediums. You will learn face to face
in various ways.
B. ROLEPLAY
Role-plays will help you to
be confident while talking to
the clients.

17. COURSE - ASSESSMENT
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Assessment
Formative
Assessment
Laboratory
Projects
Assignments Weekly Quiz
Summative
Assessment
Final quiz Practical Test
You will be assessed on the basis of two

18. HOW TO SUCCEED IN THE COURSE?
A. ATTENDANCE B. SUBMIT WORK ON TIME C. ASK QUESTION
Be regular in all the virtual
classes.
You shall ask questions
whenever you have doubt.
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To be successful in this course you need to follow some simple steps:
Submit your work –
assignments, workbook
etc. on time.

19. HOW TO SUCCEED IN THE COURSE?
F. PERFORM WELL IN
SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT
Formative Assessment is a test that
will be given every week to check
your learning process and will be
graded as per your performance.
E. PERFORM WELL IN
FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT (FA)
D. SELF LEARNING
You must give time to self
learning for which you will be
provided with the study
material.
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It is a final test of your
learning and performance.

20. HOW TO SUCCEED IN THE COURSE?
G. CHECKLISTS H. WORKBOOK
You will be given checklist
for your reference.
A workbook will also be given
that should be filled and
submitted to your teacher.
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21. BENEFITS OF THE COURSE
A. SKILL
UPGRADATION
B. PRACTICAL
TRAINING
C. INCREASED
INCOME
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Let’s look at the benefits of this course:

22. BENEFITS OF THE COURSE
D.TRAINING UNDER
EXPERTS
E. CAREER
PROGRESSION
F. SHORT
DURATION
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Let’s look at the benefits of this course:

23. INTRODUCTION TO
SOLAR PV INDUSTRY
MODULE 1
(Session 1)

24. UNIT 1.1: SOURCES OF ELECTRICITY
UNIT 1.2: SCOPE OF SOLAR PV INDUSTRY
UNIT 1.3: CAREER IN SOLAR PV INDUSTRY
MODULE 1 - UNITS
The module 1 is divided into 3 units. Session 1 will cover Module 1
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25. UNIT 1.1:
SOURCES OF
ELECTRICITY
MODULE 1

26. MODULE 1
UNIT 1.1 : SOURCES OF ELECTRICITY 26
INSTALL
ELECTRICAL
FITTINGS &
FIXTURES
MAKE ELECTRICAL
CONNECTIONS
INSTALL
ELECTRICAL
PROTECTION
ELECTRICAL
TROUBLE
SHOOTING &
MAINTENANCE
LAYING CABLES &
WIRING
ROLE OF AN ELECTRICIAN

27. MODULE 1
UNIT 1.1 : SOURCES OF ELECTRICITY 27
ELECTRICITY AT HOME
Can you imagine
a day without
electricity at your
home?

28. MODULE 1
UNIT 1.1 : SOURCES OF ELECTRICITY 28
VIDEO 01 - SUSTAINABLE ENERGY FOR LIVELIHOODS & PRODUCTIVE USE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z6KQjJgqJTs
DESCRIPTION
This video will help you understand how
with access to clean and modern forms of
energy, people can upgrade their
livelihoods, expand their enterprises,
diversify their services and improve their
incomes.
Duration: 2:36 minutes

29. MODULE 1
UNIT 1.1 : SOURCES OF ELECTRICITY 29
HOW DOES ELECTRICITY REACH YOU?
https://www.pinterest.ca/pin/174514554286341118/

30. MODULE 1
UNIT 1.1 : SOURCES OF ELECTRICITY 30
DISTRIBUTION IN SUPPLY OF ELECTRICITY
https://www.pinterest.ca/pin/174514554286341118/
1. Generation
2. Transmission
3.Distribution

31. MODULE 1
KNOWLEDGE CHECK
?
Are there any other sources
where electricity for grid is
made?
Yes
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32. MODULE 1
UNIT 1.1 : SOURCES OF ELECTRICITY 32
 HEAT ENERGY TO
ELECTRIC POWER.
 BURNING OF COAL
OIL, NATURAL GAS ETC.
 NON RENEWABLE
 HIGH SETTING
COST
 HIGH POLLUTION
THERMAL ELECTRIC POWER PLANT
https://www.pinterest.ca/pin/362328732513525981/

33. MODULE 1
UNIT 1.1 : SOURCES OF ELECTRICITY 33
HYDRO ELECTRIC POWER PLANT
 ELECTRICITY
FROM
RUNNING WATER
 RENEWABLE
 HIGH SETTING
COST
 NO POLLUTION
https://gfycat.com/discover/hydropower-gifs

34. MODULE 1
UNIT 1.1 : SOURCES OF ELECTRICITY 34
WIND TURBINE ELECTRIC POWER
 ELECTRICITY
GENERATED
FROM FLOW OF
WIND.
 RENEWABLE
 HIGH SETTING
COST
 NO POLLUTION
https://illumination.duke-energy.com/articles/how-batteries-make-more-renewables-possible

35. MODULE 1
UNIT 1.1 : SOURCES OF ELECTRICITY 35
BIOMASS GENERATED ELECTRIC POWER
 BIOMASS MEANS
WOOD, AGRICULTURAL
WASTE AND HUMAN
WASTE.
 RENEWABLE
 HIGH SETTING
COST
 HIGH POLLUTION
https://gfycat.com/discover/biomass-energy-gifs

36. MODULE 1
UNIT 1.1 : SOURCES OF ELECTRICITY 36
SOLAR GENERATED ELECTRIC POWER
 SUNLIGHT
CONVERTED TO
ELECTRICITY
 RENEWABLE
 THROUGH THIS
WE CAN
GENERATE
ELECTRICITY AT
HOME
 NO POLLUTION
http://ozsmartenergy.com.au/why-solar/

37. MODULE 1
KNOWLEDGE CHECK
?
Where does GRID electricity
get generated in India?
Thermal Power Plant
Or
Hydro Power Plant
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38. UNIT 1.2:
SCOPE OF
SOLAR PV INDUSTRY
MODULE 1

39. MODULE 1
UNIT 1.2 : SCOPE OF SOLAR PV INDUSTRY 39
NON RENEWABLE VS RENEWABLE
NON RENEWABLE RENEWABLE
 Burning of Fossils Fuels like coal, natural
gas, oil etc.
 Cannot be re-generated
 Releases toxic gases like Carbon Dioxide
 Pollution and Global warming
 Movement of Water, wind, sunlight etc.
 Cannot deplete
 Does not release Toxic gases
 No Pollution and Clean energy
https://www.solarschools.net/knowledge-bank/renewable-energy/solar

40. MODULE 1
UNIT 1.2 : SCOPE OF SOLAR PV INDUSTRY 40
CURRENT SCENARIO IN INDIA
 Energy Through Coal Thermal
plants is 53.7 %
 Electricity through Solar Plants is
only 9.5%
 Increase in demand for Electrifying
rural areas
 Awareness for Green Energy.
 Depletion of Coal & Fossil Fuels
 Low Cost
Coal- 53.7%
Lignite - 1.7 %
Gas - 6.7%
Diesel - 0.1%
Nuclear - 1.8 %
Hydro - 13.6 %
Wind Power - 10.2%
Solar Power 9.5 %
Biomass - 2.7%
Installed capacity as per August 2020

41. MODULE 1
UNIT 1.2 : SCOPE OF SOLAR PV INDUSTRY 41
BRINGING THE CHANGE
The world is moving towards the options of Renewable sources
https://depositphotos.com/vector-images/pollution.html
Non Renewable
• Pollution
• Depletion
• High maintenance
Renewable
• No Pollution
• Abundant
• Low maintenance

42. MODULE 1
UNIT 1.2 : SCOPE OF SOLAR PV INDUSTRY 42
SOLAR ENERGY - INTRODUCTION
 Solar energy is the energy that we
receive from the sun.
 Solar energy comes on Earth in 2
forms that is heat and sunlight.
 Solar Energy can be converted into
electricity using light of the sun.
https://intl.siyavula.com/read/science/grade-7/relationship-of-the-sun-to-the-earth/18-
relationship-of-the-sun-to-the-earth?id=toc-id-6

43. MODULE 1
UNIT 1.2 : SCOPE OF SOLAR PV INDUSTRY 43
SOLAR ENERGY IN INDIA
• India receives sunlight in
abundance
• India receives 2600 to 3200 hours
of sunlight in a year.
• Rajasthan and Gujarat receives the
major sunlight in India.
https://tejas.iimb.ac.in/articles/75.php

44. MODULE 1
KNOWLEDGE CHECK
What is the most
abundant source of
energy?
? Sun
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45. VIDEO 02 – SUN’S ENERGY
Duration: 1:15 minutes
DESCRIPTION
This video will help you understand that
Sun radiates energy. The energy radiated
is received on earth in the form of light
and heat.
How much energy is received at any
place depends on various factors like
location, season etc.
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Video : 2.2 Why Solar radiation

46. MODULE 1
UNIT 1.2 : SCOPE OF SOLAR PV INDUSTRY 46
TYPES OF SOLAR ENERGY
 Thermal energy that is heat of the sun can be
used to heat water, cook food, heating rooms
drying clothes etc.
 Light energy can be converted into electrical
energy which can be used for running electrical
appliances and mechanical appliances
SOLAR THERMAL SOLAR PV (PHOTOVOLTAIC)
The solar energy in form of heat and light can be processed and used in various ways.

47. MODULE 1
UNIT 1.2 : SCOPE OF SOLAR PV INDUSTRY 47
DO YOU KNOW?
We can produce electricity
using sun light at our homes
without creating air and
noise pollution.

48. MODULE 1
UNIT 1.2 : SCOPE OF SOLAR PV INDUSTRY 48
ACTIVITY 01 – CHECK THE DIRECTION
Go to your balcony, terrace or the open
ground, window and note
 From where do you get the maximum
and strong sunlight?
 Take a magnetic compass and align
the needle with the north direction
 Note :Is strong sunlight in the day
coming from north/ west / south /
east?
India lies in the northern hemisphere, due to
which we receive maximum sunlight from south
direction.
FACT

49. MODULE 1
KNOWLEDGE CHECK
How many types of
Solar energy can we use
and which are they?
? 2 Types
Heat and Light
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50. MODULE 1
UNIT 1.2 : SCOPE OF SOLAR PV INDUSTRY 50
ADVANTAGES OF SOLAR ENERGY
A. GREEN ENERGY B. SAVES MONEY C. MANAGES
POWERCUT
There are various advantage of using Solar energy.

51. MODULE 1
UNIT 1.2 : SCOPE OF SOLAR PV INDUSTRY 51
D. SUPPORT
LIVELIHOODS
E. ELECTRICITY IN
VILLAGES
F. LOW
MAINTENANCE
ADVANTAGES OF SOLAR ENERGY
There are various advantage of using Solar energy.

52. MODULE 1
KNOWLEDGE CHECK
What are the 3 main
advantages of using Solar
powered electricity ?
? Locally made
No Pollution
Saves Money
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53. UNIT 1.3:
CAREER IN
SOLAR PV INDUSTRY
MODULE 1

54. MODULE 1
UNIT 1.3 : CAREER IN SOLAR PV INDUSTRY
RISE IN DEMAND OF SOLAR ENERGY
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https://cleantechnica.com/2018/06/25/india-targets-21-power-consumption-from-renewable-energy-by-2022/
The rise in demand of Solar energy in
India is bringing more opportunities
for people of India.
Rise in demand = More jobs in
Solar PV Industry

55. MODULE 1
UNIT 1.3 : CAREER IN SOLAR PV INDUSTRY
OPPORTUNITIES IN SOLAR SECTOR
A. You can work in a
Solar Manufacturing Unit
B. Become a retailer &
Supplier of PV
components
C. Solar PV Maintenance - A
person who provides special
maintenance & repair services
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The Solar industry is evolving and many career opportunities are possible for people with different
skills and strengths. A technician can do the following work

56. MODULE 1
UNIT 1.3 : CAREER IN SOLAR PV INDUSTRY
D. With experience and zeal
to share knowledge you can
also become a trainer
E. Solar PV Technician
(Installer) – Specialist in
Solar PV installation
OPPORTUNITIES IN SOLAR SECTOR
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The Solar industry is evolving and many career opportunities are possible for people with different
skills and strengths. A technician can do the following work
F. Solar PV Technician (Designer) -
You can design the system as per
requirement of client

57. MODULE 1
UNIT 1.3 : CAREER IN SOLAR PV INDUSTRY
INSTALLATION OF
PV SYSTEM
MAINTENANCE
AND REPAIR OF PV
SYSTEM
MARKETING AND
SALES OF PV
SYSTEM
WHERE CAN YOU FIT IN SOLAR INDUSTRY ?
INSTALL
ELECTRICAL
FITTINGS &
FIXTURES
MAKE ELECTRICAL
CONNECTIONS
INSTALL
ELECTRICAL
PROTECTION
ELECTRICAL
TROUBLE
SHOOTING &
MAINTENANCE
LAYING CABLES &
WIRING
+ NEW SKILL
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58. MODULE 1
UNIT 1.3 : CAREER IN SOLAR PV INDUSTRY
SOLAR PV TECHNICIAN (INSTALLER)
=
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You already have skills
of an electrician. By
adding a set of new
skills you become a
Solar PV Installer.

59. MODULE 1
UNIT 1.3 : CAREER IN SOLAR PV INDUSTRY
SALARY OF SOLAR PV TECHNICIAN
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=
The Solar PV technician can earn similar to an electrician. The earning of Solar PV technician will
depend how good his technical work and skills are. The salary can range from place to place and
complexity of installation.
The typical range is Rs. 7000 to
Rs. 25000 per month

60. MODULE 1
UNIT 1.3 : CAREER IN SOLAR PV INDUSTRY
DAY IN LIFE OF A SOLAR PV TECHNICIAN
Reach office
Mark
Attendance
Check orders
for the day
Reach site
Testing
Documentation
Commissioning /
Final Handover to
client
On-site Preparation
Pre- site Preparation
Installation
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61. MODULE 1
UNIT 1.3 : CAREER IN SOLAR PV INDUSTRY
VIDEO 03 – DAY IN LIFE OF A SOLAR PV TECHNICIAN
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DESCRIPTION
This video shows the activities
of a Solar PV Installer starting
from the office till the
installation of a Solar PV
system.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2FNRwIHCOE
Duration: 2: 46 minutes

62. MODULE 1
UNIT 1.3 : CAREER IN SOLAR PV INDUSTRY
B. Sales & Marketing
Skills
JOB OF A SOLAR PV TECHNICIAN
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The job of a Solar PV technician requires
A. Requires being
outdoor
C. Good interaction
skills
D. Good quality work

63. MODULE 1
UNIT 1.3 : CAREER IN SOLAR PV INDUSTRY 01
CAREER PROGRESSION
63
HELPER TECHNICIAN
SENIOR TECHNICIAN
SALES EXECUTIVE
SENIOR SALES EXECUTIVE

64. MODULE 1
UNIT 1.3 : CAREER IN SOLAR PV INDUSTRY
VIDEO 04 – NEED FOR DECENTRALIZED ENERGY ACCESS
DESCRIPTION
This video will tell you about
the vision of electrifying rural
areas, homes and hospitals in
rural areas and other areas
which are denied of electricity
through Renewable Sources.
https://youtu.be/BbBv_6Eua1s
Duration: 2:14 minutes
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65. WHAT HAVE YOU LEARNT TODAY?
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Course structure and study methods, benefits from the course
Sources of electricity and difference between renewable & non renewable
Solar energy and scope of Solar PV industry
Career opportunities and in solar industry
Overview of a job of a solar PV technician (installer)

66. DISCUSSION TIME
Duration: 15 minutes
Why should Solar PV
industry prefer
electricians?
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67. Bye Bye 
See you in the next session !!!
Module 1 complete