The course Photovoltaic Solar Energy This is your chance to break into a booming sector with growing demand for skilled workers. At a time when the transition to renewable energy is crucial, gaining knowledge in this field will position you as a sought-after professional. Throughout the course, you will explore everything from the fundamentals of solar energy to the design and calculation of photovoltaic systems. You will learn about key components such as modules, batteries and inverters, and how to configure them for off-grid or grid-connected applications. You will gain an understanding of the international, European and national contexts, as well as key regulations such as the PER 2011–2020 and the CTE. This online course offers you the flexibility to learn at your own pace, developing skills that are essential for contributing to a sustainable future. Upon completion, you will be able to carry out solar radiation assessments and design efficient systems, opening the door to new career opportunities.
Photovoltaic Solar Energy
Energy
40 hours
Introduction
Objectives
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Understanding the origin and history of photovoltaic solar energy.
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Identify the components of a solar photovoltaic system.
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Calculate demand energy and assess solar radiation.
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Designing systems off-grid and grid-connected photovoltaic systems.
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Sizing the battery system y regulators cargo.
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Assess annual production expected from solar installations.
Table of Contents
TEACHING UNIT 1. PHOTOVOLTAIC ENERGY.
1. The origins and history of photovoltaic solar energy
2. What is photovoltaic solar energy?
3. The international, European and national context of photovoltaics
4. PER 2011–2020 and CTE
5. The physical principles of electric current
6. Fundamentals of the Structure of Matter
7. The photovoltaic cell
TEACHING UNIT 2. COMPONENTS OF A PHOTOVOLTAIC SOLAR SYSTEM.
1. The photovoltaic module
2. Batteries
3. Charge controllers
4. Investors
5. Cables
6. Protective measures for the facilities
7. Support structures
TEACHING UNIT 3. CONFIGURATION OF PHOTOVOLTAIC APPLICATIONS.
1. Off-grid photovoltaic systems
2. Grid-connected photovoltaic systems
3. Hybrid systems
TEACHING UNIT 4. DESIGN AND CALCULATIONS.
1. Calculating energy demand
2. Assessment of solar radiation
3. Power of the generating field
4. Required area, shadows, shadow diagram and distance between modules
5. Support structure
6. Sizing the battery system
7. Sizing the regulator
8. Inverter sizing
9. Wiring
10. Design of the monitoring system
11. Calculation of expected annual output for grid-connected installations
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