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Diploma in Renewable and Green Energy Technologies
The Diploma in Renewable and Green Energy Technologies is a comprehensive 4-year program that prepares students to become skilled professionals in sustainable and environmentally friendly energy solutions. The program combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on training in various renewable energy systems, including solar, wind, hydro, and bioenergy technologies.
Students will learn the principles of energy generation, storage, and efficiency, with a strong emphasis on sustainability, safety, and innovation. The course aims to produce graduates who can design, install, maintain, and manage renewable energy systems. Graduates will be equipped to work in renewable energy companies, environmental consultancies, government agencies, or start their own green energy businesses.
Year 1: Foundations of Renewable and Green Energy
Term 1:
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Introduction to Renewable and Green Energy Technologies
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Energy and Environmental Science
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Communication Skills
Term 2:
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Basic Mathematics for Energy Systems
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Workshop Safety and Equipment Handling
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Sustainable Development Principles
Term 3:
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Introduction to Solar, Wind, and Hydro Energy
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Energy Measurement and Instrumentation
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Electrical Fundamentals for Renewable Energy
Year 2: Core Renewable Energy Systems and Applications
Term 4:
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Solar Photovoltaic (PV) System Design and Installation
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Wind Energy Technologies and Turbine Systems
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Bioenergy Systems and Technologies
Term 5:
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Hydroelectric Power Systems
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Renewable Energy in Rural Development
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Energy Efficiency and Conservation Techniques
Term 6:
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Battery and Energy Storage Technologies
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Computer-Aided Design (CAD) for Energy Projects
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System Sizing and Load Analysis
Year 3: Advanced Practices in Green Energy Technologies
Term 7:
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Advanced Solar PV Systems (Hybrid, Off-grid, On-grid)
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Smart Grid and Microgrid Technologies
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Renewable Energy Policy and Regulation
Term 8:
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Sustainable Energy Project Economics
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Workshop Management and Quality Control
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Maintenance and Troubleshooting of Energy Systems
Term 9:
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Green Building Design and Energy Auditing
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Integration of Renewable Energy Systems
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Research Methods in Renewable Energy
Year 4: Industrial Attachment & Final Project
Term 10:
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Industrial Attachment / Internship (Solar Firms, Energy NGOs, Green Projects, etc.)
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Maintenance of Renewable Energy Equipment
Term 11:
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Project Management and Supervision in Energy Systems
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Entrepreneurship and Business Management in Renewable Energy
Term 12:
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Final Year Project (Design/Implementation of a Renewable Energy System)
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Professional Development and Career Readiness
To be eligible for admission into the Diploma in Renewable and Green Energy Technologies, applicants must possess the following qualifications:
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Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) or its equivalent
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Credit passes in the following subjects:
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English (Compulsory)
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Mathematics (Compulsory)
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Recommended subjects (credit passes preferred):
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Physical Science or Technical Drawing
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Agricultural Science or any other relevant science/technical subjects
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Students enrolled in the Diploma in Renewable and Green Energy Technologies will benefit from access to the following resources:
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Renewable Energy Laboratories: Equipped with solar panels, wind turbines, inverters, batteries, and control systems for hands-on training.
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Energy Workshop and Tools: Includes electrical tools, installation kits, testing devices, and practical training setups for various energy systems.
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CAD Software and Simulation Tools: For designing renewable energy systems, analyzing efficiency, and modeling installations.
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Library and Digital Resources: Featuring up-to-date materials on green technologies, energy policies, technical manuals, and global best practices.
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Safety Equipment and PPE: Provided for all practical sessions to ensure student safety while working with electrical and mechanical components.
Graduates of the Diploma in Renewable and Green Energy Technologies will be equipped for a wide range of careers, including:
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Solar PV Technician / Installer
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Wind Turbine Technician
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Renewable Energy Systems Designer
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Energy Auditor or Consultant
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Green Technology Entrepreneur
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Maintenance Technician (Renewable Systems)
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Sustainable Energy Project Assistant
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Carpentry Business Owner
Industry Collaborations: Partnerships with furniture companies, construction firms, and timber suppliers
NorthSha`ar Technical Copllege is a subsidiary of Lilongwe NorthSha`ar College of Education Limited. The college was Founded after identifying a gap in institutions of higher learning in the country.