The Photovoltaic Solar Energy course provides you with the essential skills to enter a booming sector with growing demand for jobs by giving you an in-depth understanding of solar photovoltaics. As the world moves towards more sustainable energy sources, Knowledge of solar photovoltaic technologies is essential. You will learn about solar resources, the photovoltaic effect and the various PV technologies, including crystalline silicon and thin-film panels. In addition, you will gain a thorough understanding of the generation of electrical energy in photovoltaic plants using tools such as the PVSYST software, which will enable you to carry out accurate energy simulations. Acquiring this knowledge will not only open doors to employment, but will also position you as a key player in the transition to a cleaner and more responsible energy future. With a flexible and accessible approach, this course is ideal for those wishing to specialise in renewable energy whilst enjoying the convenience of online learning.
Photovoltaic solar energy
Energy
40 hours
Introduction
Objectives
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Knowledge of the fundamental physics of photovoltaic solar energy and the technique for measuring a site’s solar resource.
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Study and analysis of solar resources.
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Analysis of photovoltaic solar technology (crystalline silicon, thin-film, concentration technology, etc.).
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Apply computational simulation using the PVsyst programme for the calculation of electrical energy and the design and sizing of photovoltaic solar power stations.
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Dimensioning of photovoltaic solar power stations.
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Understand the key civil engineering infrastructure required for the construction of a photovoltaic solar power station, as well as the detailed analysis of the low- and medium-voltage electrical installations and the medium/high-voltage electrical substation and the evacuation power line.
Table of Contents
TEACHING UNIT 1. SOLAR ENERGY AND THE PHOTOVOLTAIC EFFECT
1. The sun's energy
2. Radiation measurement and databases
3. The photovoltaic effect
4. The solar cell
5. The photovoltaic solar panel
TEACHING UNIT 2. PHOTOVOLTAIC SOLAR TECHNOLOGIES
1. Classification of PV solar technologies
2. Crystalline silicon technology
3. Thin-film panel technology (I)
4. Thin-film panel technology (II)
5. Concentrator photovoltaics
TEACHING UNIT 3. ELECTRICAL ENERGY PRODUCED BY A PHOTOVOLTAIC POWER STATION. THE PVSYST PROGRAMME
1. Solar energy production. The PR concept
2. PVSYST. Site definition and meteorological basis
3. PVSYST. Component modelling (I)
4. PVSYST. Component modelling (II)
5. PVSYST. Energy simulation and results
TEACHING UNIT 4. MAIN EQUIPMENT AND INFRASTRUCTURE
1. Photovoltaic self-consumption. PVSYST simulation programme
2. Solar trackers and structures
3. Main electrical equipment
4. Medium-voltage cables and electrical substations
5. Civil engineering works
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