Solar Power Technologies

BY
TCS iON Digital Learning Hub , Deshya Technologies Private Limited

Learn about the concepts and theories of the photovoltaic system and the system of solar energy with this course.

Mode

Online

Quick Facts

particular details
Medium of instructions English
Mode of learning Self study, Virtual Classroom
Mode of Delivery Video and Text Based
number of course credit 3

Course overview

The ‘Solar Power Technologies’ online certification course is a study about the aspects of photovoltaic systems(PV)  and solar power systems for students belonging to the different domains of engineering such as mechanical, electrical, and electronics. The career-oriented certification program is guided by the mentors, Dr. Praveen Kumar, Professor from the Department of Electronics and electrical engineering at IIT Guwahati, and Hari S. Rohra, subject matter expert at the Tata Power Skill Development Institute(TPSDI). The ‘Solar Power Technologies’ certification program is offered for the students to enhance their industrial skills and knowledge for development. The students of this course will benefit from the skills, internship and job opportunities, three credit points, and the verifiable digital certificates towards the end of the program. The curriculum is delivered through the online classroom and other digital resources.

The highlights

  • Online course
  • Three credits
  • Internships
  • Job support
  • Mentorships
  • Certificate

Program offerings

  • Online materials
  • Online tutorials
  • Lectures
  • Practical sessions
  • Learning community
  • Industry based assignments
  • Practice tests
  • Summative tests
  • Credit points
  • Certificate

Course and certificate fees

certificate availability

Yes

certificate providing authority

TCS iON

Who it is for

The ‘Solar Power Technologies’ online certification program is for the students pursuing their bachelor’s in engineering in the field of mechanical engineeringelectrical engineering, and electronics engineering and for professionals such as mechanical engineerselectrical engineerselectronics engineers, and managers. It enables students to develop career prospects to become solar energy installation managers, and solar photovoltaic installers.

Eligibility criteria

The students of this ‘Solar Power Technologies’ program are required to know the fundamentals of mathematics and high school-level geography concepts.

Certificate qualifying details

The candidate of the ‘Solar Power Technologies’ online training should fulfill the following conditions to qualify for the digital certificate,

Certificate of achievement - In the summative assessment, they should have at least 40% in part A, 50% in part B with a total average score of 50% to get the achievement certificate.

Certificate of participation - The students who have completed the course, assignments, and practice assessments successfully but can’t take the summative assessment can receive the participation certificate.

What you will learn

Knowledge of physics Knowledge of clean energy Knowledge of engineering

The ‘Solar Power Technologies’ certification syllabus enables students to build their expertise in the aspects and attributes of solar photovoltaic (PV) technology and solar energy systems. The learners of this course will be equipped with the knowledge of the scope of this field, installing the technology systems, functions, and management of the projects based on solar energy.

The syllabus

Introduction to Solar PV Technology

  • An overview of solar electricity generation systems
  • Rating of PV systems
  • Applications of solar PV systems
  • Global solar energy resources
  • Tradeoffs of solar energy
  • Availability and variability of solar energy

Fundamentals of Solar Energy

  • Irradiance
  • Irradiation
  • Peak sun, peak sun hours and insolation
  • The earth and sun relationship
  • Summer solstice and winter solstice
  • Implications of sun-earth relation on solar installations

Introduction to Solar PV Instrumentation

  • Voltage measurement
  • Solar irradiation measurement
  • Temperature measurement
  • Data transmission

PV Module Parameters

  • PV model performance under nominal and standard conditions
  • Cell parameters from the module parameters
  • The I-V characteristics calculation
  • PV power in a day

Overview of Other Types of Solar Energy Systems

  • Rationale of hybrid solar thermal plants
  • Types of hybrid solar power plants
  • Parabolic trough power plants
  • Molten salt solar tower power plants
  • Direct steam solar tower power plants

Sizing of PV Systems with Stand-alone Battery

  • Initial sizing and sun hour calculation
  • Load calculation and days of autonomy
  • Solar radiation, array sizing and module selection
  • System losses
  • Determining the number of series connected PV modules
  • Determination of the number of parallel connected PV modules
  • PV design example

Admission details

The registration for the ‘Solar Power Technologies’ online program is done through the TCS iON digital learning hub as per the following steps,

Step 1: Find the course page using the link,

https://www.tcsion.com/courses/industry-honour-course/solar-power-technologies/

Step 2: Click on the ‘Activate Now’ option.

Step 3: Fill in the relevant details.

Step 4: Follow the instructions to join the course.


Filling the form

For the course registration for the ‘Solar Power Technologies’ training, students should enter their name, phone number, and email address to join the certification classes.

Evaluation process

The candidates of this ‘Solar Power Technologies’ by the TCS iON digital learning hub should take the summative test and complete the exam to become the eligible candidate for the certificate of achievement.

How it helps

The ‘Solar Power Technologies’ certification benefits the candidates by equipping them with skills and knowledge that are industrially significant and helps them in understanding the concepts and theories to develop expertise in the domain. Students are given chances for internships and jobs in this program.

Instructors

Dr Praveen Kumar 2
Professor
IIIT Guwahati

B.E /B.Tech, M.E /M.Tech., Ph.D

FAQs

What prior knowledge is required to apply for the ‘Solar Power Technologies’ online course?

You will need to know the primary concepts of mathematics and geography.

What is the mode of learning in the ‘Solar Power Technologies’ certification classes?

The students learn through a virtual learning environment aided with hands-on sessions, lectures, and online materials.

What are the evaluation methods of the ‘Solar Power Technologies’ online certification program?

Students in this course are assessed based on their performance in the industry-based assignments, projects, practice tests, and summative assessments.

How many credits do I get for the ‘Solar Power Technologies’ certification?

You will receive three credits for this course.

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