Postgraduate Certificate in Sustainable Solar Energy Systems
-- ViewingNowThe Postgraduate Certificate in Sustainable Solar Energy Systems is a comprehensive course that equips learners with essential skills for career advancement in the rapidly growing solar energy industry. This certificate program emphasizes the importance of sustainable energy practices and the pivotal role solar energy systems play in addressing climate change and energy security challenges.
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• Solar Resource Assessment: Understanding the amount of solar radiation available at a particular location and its variability over time is crucial for the design and operation of solar energy systems. This unit covers the tools and techniques for measuring and estimating solar resource availability.
• Solar Cell and Module Technology: This unit delves into the physics of solar cells and modules, including the photovoltaic effect, cell and module design, and efficiency. Students will also learn about the different types of solar cells, such as crystalline silicon, thin-film, and multijunction cells.
• Solar Energy System Design: In this unit, students learn how to design solar energy systems for various applications, such as photovoltaic (PV) systems for residential and commercial buildings, concentrating solar power (CSP) systems for power generation, and solar water heating systems. The unit covers system sizing, component selection, and electrical and thermal design.
• Grid Integration and Energy Storage: As the share of solar energy in the power grid increases, it is essential to ensure reliable and stable grid operation. This unit covers the principles of grid integration, including power electronics, inverters, and energy storage systems. Students will also learn about the different types of energy storage technologies, such as batteries, pumped hydro storage, and thermal storage.
• Policy, Economics, and Financing: This unit provides an overview of the policy, economic, and financial frameworks that support the deployment of solar energy systems. Students will learn about government incentives, regulatory frameworks, and financing mechanisms that can help reduce the cost of solar energy and increase its competitiveness.
• Sustainability and Environmental Impact: This unit covers the environmental and sustainability aspects of solar energy systems, including their life cycle assessment, resource use, and greenhouse gas emissions. Students will also learn about the potential environmental impacts of solar energy systems and strategies to mitigate them.
• Advanced Topics in Solar Energy: This unit covers advanced topics in solar energy research and development, such as advanced materials for solar cells, novel system configurations, and hybrid systems that combine solar energy with other renewable energy sources.
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Exigences d'admission
- Compréhension de base de la matière
- Maîtrise de la langue anglaise
- Accès à l'ordinateur et à Internet
- Compétences informatiques de base
- Dévouement pour terminer le cours
Aucune qualification formelle préalable requise. Cours conçu pour l'accessibilité.
Statut du cours
Ce cours fournit des connaissances et des compétences pratiques pour le développement professionnel. Il est :
- Non accrédité par un organisme reconnu
- Non réglementé par une institution autorisée
- Complémentaire aux qualifications formelles
Vous recevrez un certificat de réussite en terminant avec succès le cours.
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