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MAURITIUS QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY NATIONAL CERTIFICATE LEVEL 5 IN SOLAR ENERGY TECHNOLOGY National Certificate Level 5 in Solar Energy Technology 1.

Level: 2.

Credits: 5 110 3. Review Date: March 2026 4.

Access to qualification 4.1 Entry Information School Certificate with pass in Physics and Maths or NC Level 4 in either one of: 1.

Electrical Installation Works 2.

Communication Electronics 3.

Industrial Electronics 4.


Industrial Machine Maintenance or An alternative qualification at level 4 of the NQF 4.2 Recognition of Prior Learning [RPL] Potential candidates holding a qualification at NQF Level 4 and at least 3 years’ of working experience in the relevant field may access this qualification through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process.

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Award of Qualification Requirements Compulsory All the unit standards listed are required: Sn Unit Standard Title Level Credit Energy & Society 1 Follow safety procedures in the working environment 5 2 Sn Unit Standard Title Level Credit 2 Produce drawings using CAD software 3 Demonstrate knowledge of electrical & electronic quantities 4 Demonstrate knowledge in the importance of energy for the society Sustainable Design Principles 5 Define and discuss sustainability and how it applies to design 6 Outline the business case for sustainable development 7 Develop RETScreen energy models to determine energy production and Green House Gases (GHG) emission reductions of renewable energy systems Solar Energy Technologies 8 Demonstrate knowledge in renewable energy systems and seasonal variations impact 9 Distinguish between the different types of solar energy technologies 10 Demonstrate knowledge of the economics of renewable power systems and cost of ownership of building technologies 11 Demonstrate knowledge of common solar thermal collectors Energy Management Practices 12 Demonstrate knowledge of energy management and familiarise with existing programs to help reduce the costs of energy efficiency projects 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 4 3 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 2 3 13 Analyse existing building systems using construction drawings and on – site inspections 14 15 Interpret energy audit data to identify applicable energy conservation measures Simulate energy consumption in buildings using energy modelling software 16 Prepare a baseline energy model of a building Sizing of PV Systems 17 Use measuring instruments to measure DC and AC quantities 18 Perform electrical installations of DC and AC circuits 19 Carry out renewable energy site assessments 20 Size components of a solar Photovoltaic (PV) system 21 Demonstrate Knowledge of the Grid Codes in Mauritius Alternative renewable energies 22 Demonstrate knowledge in Thermodynamics 23 Explain the operating principle of heat pumps 24 Demonstrate knowledge in wind power station 25 Assist in
 the Maintenance and operation of power plants using hydro and sugar cane waste 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 Repair, Maintenance and Testing of Solar PV Systems 26 Model, install, operate and maintain solar water heaters 27 Demonstrate knowledge of maintenance activities and schedules 5 5 2 2 3 2 2 3 2 3 2 2 2 2 3 3 1 28 Perform maintenance, inspection and testing of solar PV systems 29 Apply knowledge and skills acquired within an industrial context Associated studies 30 Demonstrate effective communication skills 31 Demonstrate mathematical skills and knowledge 32 Apply occupational safety and health regulations in the work environment 33 Apply entrepreneurial skills 34 Demonstrate knowledge of information technology 35 Demonstrate knowledge of physical education 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 2 12 8 10 2 2 6 2 6.
Purpose: This course prepares trainees for the National Certificate Level 5 in Solar Energy Technology, whereby successful trainees shall acquire extensive knowledge and skills to operate as skilled energy technicians for the domestic/industrial sector and the construction sector.