On September 11, 2025, the Faculty of Technical Education and Technology, Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya (RMUTSV), organized the 2nd batch of the Non-Degree Short-Course Training Program (Non-Credit Accumulation) titled “Installation and Maintenance of Solar Photovoltaic Power Generation Systems.” Associate Professor Dr. Jakrapong Jitjamnong, Vice Dean for Administration and Planning, presided over the opening ceremony at the Combined Classroom and Laboratory Building, Faculty of Technical Education and Technology.
This training program aims to elevate professional skills in renewable energy and empower learners to adapt to future changes in the clean energy industry. It provides youth with opportunities to learn and gain hands-on experience with solar cell technology at the vocational level.
This aligns with the workforce development guidelines for high-performance competencies, in accordance with the policy of the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI), which emphasizes lifelong learning and skill development linked to the modern labor market—particularly in renewable energy industries and the transition towards a low-carbon society.
Faculty of Technical Education, RMUTSV, Boosts Clean Energy Career Skills with Training on Solar PV System Installation and Maintenance
On July 23, 2025, the Faculty of Technical Education and Technology, Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya (RMUTSV), organized the 1st batch of a non-degree short-term training course (non-credit accumulation) titled “Installation and Maintenance of Photovoltaic Power Generation Systems.” Assistant Professor Chaiya Thanapatsiri, Dean of the Faculty of Technical Education and Technology, presided over the opening ceremony at the Integrated Classroom and Laboratory Building. The initiative aims to upgrade professional skills in renewable energy and enhance learners’ potential to adapt to future changes in the clean energy industry.
Participants in this training included students from the Electronics Department of Songkhla Technical College, providing youth with the opportunity to learn and gain hands-on practice with solar cell technology at the vocational level.
The training was held under the framework of a high-performance workforce development, aligned with the policy of the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI), which focuses on promoting lifelong learning and skill development linked to the modern labor job market—particularly in renewable energy industries and the transition toward a low-carbon society.
The curriculum emphasizes both theoretical and practical learning, covering key topics such as basic knowledge of solar PV systems, equipment design and selection, wiring and inverter installation, inspection and maintenance, as well as blueprint reading and field operations. Main instructors were expert faculty members from the Electrical Engineering Department of the Faculty of Technical Education and Technology, namely Assistant Professor Narongrit Senajit, Ms. Nutchires Kaewsakul, and Mr. Thapanik Teeraphan.
Additionally, trainees gained hands-on experience through a workshop on actual installation and functional testing of solar panels, which helped build practical skills and confidence in applying the knowledge to real-world scenarios.
This training project integrates the university’s mission with academic services for local youth, reaffirming the role of the Faculty of Technical Education and Technology in developing a quality workforce, supporting the grassroots economy, and preparing participants for the future.
Clean energy career upskilling: Solar PV installation and maintenance training
Faculty of Technical Education, RMUTS, in collaboration with the Department of Alternative Energy Development and Efficiency, holds a training program to develop renewable energy personnel for future industries
On June 8, 2026, the Faculty of Technical Education and Technology, Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya (RMUTS), in collaboration with the Department of Alternative Energy Development and Efficiency (DEDE), Ministry of Energy, organized a practical training program on the application of renewable energy technology. Associate Professor Dr. Thanat Nonthaputta, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Research, delivered the welcome address to executives, personnel, and participants. Mr. Paisarn Jiranunrat, Manager of the Practical Training Program on Renewable Energy Technology Application from the Energy Human Resource Development Division, Department of Alternative Energy Development and Efficiency, presided over the opening ceremony at the Chupan Meeting Room, Faculty of Technical Education and Technology.
The training took place from June 8–10, 2026, with the objective of developing and upgrading knowledge in renewable energy management, enhancing practical skills in the design, installation, control, and maintenance of renewable energy systems, and promoting the transfer of clean energy knowledge and technology to local communities and industries. This aims to foster efficient and sustainable energy consumption.
The program featured lectures and practical workshops on key topics, including general knowledge of solar energy, energy situations and national energy plans, relevant policies and regulations, as well as a session on the "Theoretical Principles of Photovoltaic Power Generation Systems." Assistant Professor Nuchjires Kaewsakun, Chair of the Electrical Engineering Program, and Assistant Professor Narongrit Senajit, a lecturer in the Electrical Engineering Program, Faculty of Technical Education and Technology, served as guest speakers, sharing their knowledge and direct experience with the participants.
This initiative aligns with the university’s strategic development goals regarding the production of specialized manpower and academic services to society. It focuses on equipping learners and personnel with future-ready skills, cultivating professional practitioners in technology and innovation, and strengthening collaboration between the university, government agencies, and the industrial sector to develop knowledge and technology that meet workforce demands.
Training for alternative energy personnel