Solar Installation 101

A Comprehensive Foundation in Solar Energy and Introduction to Solar System Design, Installation & Maintenance

Industry Accredited
4.9
(120 ratings)850 students enrolled

Created by Instructor: Engr. Asanga (Certified Solar Professional, 20+ Years Experience)

Last updated 8/2026
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Subway Schools Certificate

LEARNING OUTCOMES

After completing the course, the learner should be able to:

Explain the basic concept of solar energy and Understand basic photovoltaic terminologies.
Identify the major components of a photovoltaic system.
Distinguish between different photovoltaic system types and Understand the advantages and disadvantages of each of the photovoltaic system types
Know how each of the system type affect the cost, sizing and installation of the solar system .
Explain the relationship between energy sources and electrical loads and Recognize common causes of solar system installation failures
Understand the reasons why people don’t embrace solar irrespective it numerous advantages .
Know exactly those factors that determine the size of any solar system installation
Explain the purpose of a solar power audit and Know the secrets/steps to the success of any professional power audit exercise
Recognize important roof considerations during solar power projects and Different Types of Roof during solar system installation
Know the different business opportunities in the Solar Industry and Identify service-sector and product-oriented business opportunities in the solar industry.

This course includes:

8 hours on-demand video
10 modules (58 technical lessons)
Two hard copies official textbooks included
Official Subway Schools Accredited Certificate of Completion
Access on mobile, tablet, and desktop
Verifiable digital credential & portfolio badge

Course content

Curriculum Depth: 10 Modules • 58 Technical Lessons • 29h total length

Curriculum Depth: 10 Modules • 58 Technical Lessons

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Lesson 1: Introduction to Solar EnergyTechnical Sheet
30m
Lesson 2: Historical Development into Photovoltaic Energy
Enrolled30m
Lesson 3: Basic Solar and Photovoltaic Terminologies
Enrolled30m
Lesson 4: How Solar Panels Generate Electricity from the Sun
Enrolled30m
Module 1: INTRODUCTION TO SOLAR ENERGY Knowledge Assessment4 Technical Calculation Questions • Minimum Passing Score: 70%
Progression Lock

Official Certificate of Completion Included

Earn an accredited Subway Schools Certificate of Completion upon finishing all modules and passing final evaluations. Each credential features verifiable digital verification for employers and academic portfolios.

ACCREDITED CREDENTIAL100% Included

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Requirements

  • Serious interest in Renewable Energy.
  • No prior solar experience is required for this Beginner/foundation course.

Description

Solar Installation 101 is a foundational solar-energy course that teaches you the secrets and Nitti-gritty surrounding the solar industry. This is where you learn the secrets that every solar professional must know before executing any solar project. The course introduces learners to solar energy, photovoltaic systems, solar system components, photovoltaic system types, power generation, solar system failures, professional power audit, electrical loads, electrical load ratings, roof considerations and business opportunities in the solar industry. The course is arranged into 10 Modules, corresponding to the 10 chapters inside one of our Best Solar Textbook in the solar industry Solar Exclusive (The secrets made simple).

The course takes students from the fundamentals of solar energy and photovoltaic technology through the identification and application of major solar-system components, electrical load assessment, power auditing, roof characteristics, and the factors that influence solar-system design and installation.

A dedicated Solar Companion Technical Reference provides additional high-level engineering knowledge covering solar inverters, batteries, solar panels, and solar charge controllers, including their ratings, characteristics, sizing considerations, configurations, and applications.

Who this course is for:

This course is for:

  • Beginners interested in solar energy and Aspiring solar professionals
  • Students interested in renewable energy, electrical/technical learners in related discipline
  • NYSC corps members and fresh graduates
  • People interested in starting a solar-related business and Real Estate/Building Professionals
  • Entrepreneurs Looking for a Business Opportunity in the Solar Industry, Investors, Marketers
  • If you are unemployed and you are looking for a high paying source of income
  • Solar Professionals who are installing solar with high failure rates and End users who are interested in going solar without paying for what they don’t understand
  • People who are unemployed and are looking for a lucrative source of income.

Instructor

Engr. Asanga

Certified Solar Professional • Director of Engineering at Subway Energy Limited

4.9 Instructor Rating
20+ Years Experience
10,000+ Technicians Trained

Engr. Asanga is the course creator and lead instructor for Subway Schools. A professional Solar Consultant for more than 15 years with over 20 years of practical electrical and power engineering experience. The course is structured to provide students with a practical and systematic understanding of solar-energy systems, from fundamental concepts and component identification through power auditing, electrical-load assessment, system-sizing principles, roof assessment, and solar entrepreneurship.

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