Electrical Engineering

Transformers are electrical devices consisting of two or more coils of wire used to transfer electrical energy by means of a changing magnetic field

1.      Description of the qualification

1.1.   Purpose 

1. This qualification has been developed to assist with the advancement of people across the electrical industry in which solar energy system installations and maintenance are carried out. The intention of this qualification is to assist:
2. ·          Those who have been in the workplace for a long time, using recognition of prior learning to assess and recognize workplace knowledge and skills which have been acquired without the benefit of formal education and training.
3. ·          New entrants into the field, by describing the learning outcomes required to participate effectively, e.g. in a structured workplace development program.
4. ·          Education, training and development providers, by providing guidance for the developing of appropriate learning programs and assessment tools.

1. ·          Employers, through identifying and addressing skills gaps, which in turn leads to increased productivity and business objective achievement.

This qualification therefor provides opportunities for salaried or self – employment, and through that contributing to society by facilitating social and economic transformation and empowerment, as well as the general upliftment of the electrical industry and Namibia in general.