Solar Energy- Photovoltaic Systems (Advanced)

Learn how to design solar photovoltaic systems, climate, operation, performance, and economics.

Solar Energy- Photovoltaic Systems (Advanced)

Who is it for?

Design Engineers
Architects
Technicians and Professional Individuals intending to learn how to Design, Simulate, and understand the Economic Viability of Solar Photovoltaic Systems

Objectives

Estimate the effects of the position of the sun and solar irradiance on PV module performance
Understand the design and function of the different components of a PV-system: PV modules, inverters, DC-DC converters, batteries, charge controllers, and cables.
Design a PV-system, ranging from a residential rooftop system to a utility-scale solar farm
Understand the economics of PV-systems

Course Content

In this course, you will learn how to turn solar cells into full modules; and how to apply full modules to full photovoltaic systems. The course will cover the design of photovoltaic systems, such as utility-scale solar farms or residential scale systems (on/off the grid). You will learn about the function and operation of various components including inverters, batteries, DC-DC converters, and the grid. After learning about the components, you will gain an understanding of the main design decisions to be taken when planning a real PV installation with excellent performance, reliability, and economic viability

Finally, you will practice modeling the performance of a PV system for different solar energy applications, and estimate the energy production of a client's potential system.

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