Mini Hydro and Small Scale Generation
Small hydro schemes run for decades when they are matched to the site and neglected quickly when they are not. This course covers assessing a site, sizing a scheme and operating it reliably.
Course outline
What this programme covers, module by module.
- 01Small hydro fundamentals: head, flow and available energy
- 02Site assessment, measurement and yield estimation
- 03Turbine types and matching them to the site
- 04Civil works: intakes, channels, screening and penstock
- 05Generators, control and grid connection
- 06Operation, maintenance and remote site realities
- 07Economics, licensing and environmental obligations
What you will gain
- Assess head, flow and the energy a site can yield
- Select turbine types suited to the site
- Understand civil works, intakes and screening
- Explain generator and grid connection arrangements
- Plan operation and maintenance for a remote scheme
- Evaluate the economics and environmental obligations
Who should attend
- Energy project engineers
- Rural and municipal engineers
- Renewable energy developers
- Maintenance staff at small generation sites
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 to 4 Nov 2026 | Pretoria | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 16 to 18 Nov 2026 | Durban | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 7 to 9 Dec 2026 | Cape Town | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 11 to 13 Jan 2027 | Johannesburg | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 22 to 24 Feb 2027 | London | 3 Days | US$1,500 | |
| 26 to 28 Apr 2027 | Dubai | 3 Days | US$1,500 | |
| 5 to 7 Jul 2027 | Pretoria | 3 Days | R13,000 |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Public intakes are confirmed once minimum numbers are met. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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- R13,000 per delegate
- Duration
- 3 Days
- Field
- Electrical & Renewable Energy
- Formats
- In-house, public, online
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