PICO/MICRO HYDROPOWER DESIGN AND INSTALLATION
What you will learn
Participants perform preliminary system sizing for mechanical and electrical power generation of 50-watt to 100-kilowatt capacities. This workshop combines class lectures with site tours and lab exercises. Hands-on exercises include: methods of flow measurement, determining head, analyzing and assembling small functioning systems. The class is taught by three highly experienced Micro-hydro installers/instructors.
Topics shall include:
- System Components
- Turbine Types
- Site Analysis
- System Design
- Controls
- Troubleshooting
- Maintenance
- Safety Procedures
- Legal requirements
- Case Studies
Target Group
The course is open but not limited to pico/micro hydropower technicians, engineers, operators, students, researchers and anyone seeking to gain an understanding of hydropower plant design and installation.
Course Duration
Five days
Apply HERE and submit to info@creec.or.ug