The Renewable Energy Research Group (RERG) at the Department of Physics, College of Natural Sciences (CoNAS), Makerere University, invites applications for a training workshop in Solar Photovoltaic Installation and Maintenance, Biogas Production and Solar Thermal Systems, which will be held at the Department of Physics from 16th-20th May 2022.

The training will mainly be based on practical design and connection of these systems.

THE SCOPE OF TRAINING WILL INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING

1. Introduction to Basic Electronics

2. Photovoltaic Systems (PV system components, Sizing, Installation, Maintenance and system safety)

3. Biogas Technology (Design, construction, Operation and Maintenance)

4. Solar heating systems (Basic principle, Design, construction, operation and maintenance)

PARTICIPATION

The training is open to researchers, students, trainers (teachers, technical institution tutors, solar suppliers, holiday makers) and any other interested persons. At the end of the training, participants will receive a certificate of completion.  

 HOW TO APPLY FOR PARTICIPATION

The application form can be accessed following the link below or can be emailed to interested participants on request.  

TRAINING FEE

UGX450,000 for Ugandans and USD150 for international participants

****In case of any inquiries, contact workshop co-coordinators on the following mobile numbers and emails:

Mobile: +256-706921069 and +256-772579403, Email: denis.okello@mak.ac.ug, michael.musoke@mak.ac.ug

Event flyer and application form at: