Theme 06: Electronics & Electrical Engineering

SWEET001EL - Mobile Phone Repairer & Maintainer

Skill Content: Screen replacement, Battery diagnostics, Software flashing, Water damage repair, Micro-soldering, Component-level troubleshooting.

Process: 150 hours of hands-on practice with various phone models, using tools like heat guns and multimeters. Certification requires successful repair of 20+ devices.

Outcome: Within 3-4 months, 80% will establish independent repair shops earning ≥UGX 130,000/month; 20% will combine repairs with parts sales (≥UGX 250,000/month).

SWEET002EL - Electrical Installation Operator

Skill Content: Wiring, DB board setup, Safety switches, Solar system integration, Fault tracing.

Process: 180 hours of practicals on conduit bending, load calculations, and URA-compliant installations.

Outcome: By month 4, 80% will earn ≥UGX 130,000/month via electrical contracts, 20% will combine with solar installations (≥UGX 350,000/month).

SWEET003EL - Solar PV Installer

Skill Content: Panel mounting, Inverter setup, Charge controller configuration, Grid-tied systems.

Process: Trains installers in deploying off-grid solar systems for homes, schools, and clinics.

Outcome: At 4 months, 80% will earn ≥UGX 130,000/month via installations, 20% will hybridize with battery sales (≥UGX 400,000/month).

SWEET004EL - Refrigeration Technician

Skill Content: Refrigerant handling, Compressor diagnostics, Insulation repair, EPA compliance.

Process: 200 hours of hands-on repair on fridges, freezers, and cold rooms. Certification requires restoring 5 non-functional units.

Outcome: Within 4 months, 80% will earn ≥UGX 130,000/month from repair services, 20% will hybridize with spare parts sales (≥UGX 270,000/month).

SWEET005EL - Solar Water Pump Installer

Skill Content: Submersible pump installation, Solar panel integration, Water flow optimization.

Process: Teaches installation of solar-powered water pumps for irrigation and community use.

Outcome: By month 4, 80% will earn ≥UGX 130,000/month via installations, 20% will combine with borehole drilling (≥UGX 350,000/month).

SWEET006EL - Electric Motor Rewinder

Skill Content: Winding techniques, Insulation testing, Rotor balancing, Efficiency optimization.

Process: Trains technicians to rewind motors up to 5HP for industrial and agricultural use.

Outcome: At 4 months, 80% will earn ≥UGX 130,000/month via repair services, 20% will hybridize with motor sales (≥UGX 380,000/month).