Certified Wind Energy Professional by Vskills: Fee, Duration, How to Apply

Quick Facts

particular	details
Medium of instructions English	Mode of learning Self study	Mode of Delivery Video and Text Based

Course overview

Wind power or wind energy refers to using air-flow via wind turbines that utilize mechanical power to switch on electric generators. Wind energy can also be used to do other work like milling or pumping.

The Certified Wind energy professional course by VSkills is for candidates who want expertise in the field of wind energy.

If you are a professional or a graduate in this field, this course will help you build more advanced skills by learning the key concepts like wind energy fundamentals, wind turbine foundation, testing, wind power projects, and more. The certification you will earn after course completion will also help you avail better job opportunities by showcasing your capabilities.

This course is 100% online and has online e-learning access on the LMS cloud. You will be able to access all online video lectures and course materials once you pay the course fee.

A hard copy of the study material is also available, along with practice tests and an online examination. If you complete the course and pass the online assessment, you will be eligible for government certification.

Course and certificate fees

Fees information

₹ 3,499

You can pay the course fee for the Wind energy professional certification course using the payment method of your choice and enrol in the programme. You can make the payment via net banking, credit cards, or debit cards. VSkills accepts master cards, visa cards, Amex cards, and all debit cards from Indian banks.

Wind energy professional certification course fee structure

Course	Fees
Wind energy professional certification	Rs. 3,499
Total fee	Rs. 3,499

certificate availability

Yes

certificate providing authority

Vskills

Who it is for

Web developer

The following candidates will benefit greatly from doing the Wind energy professional certification course:

Candidates seeking jobs in the web-development department
Job seekers in the IT department
Existing employees who want to improve their skills and move forward in their career
Aspiring students who want to improve their skills and establish a robust CV

Eligibility criteria

The Certified Wind Energy Professional programme by Vskills has no specific eligibility requirement, and hence, anyone can apply.

Certificate Qualifying Details

However, candidates must appear for and qualify for the course-end exam that will be held online. They must score at least 50% of the total marks to pass and acquire the course certificate.

What you will learn

Knowledge of clean energy

After finishing the Certified wind energy professional course, you will know about:

The basics of wind energy
About wind farms, turbines, and electric generators
About grid integrations, wind power projects, and wind farms development
About offshore wind energy and power quality
How to establish a professional career in this field and build a stellar CV (if you are a student)
How to progress in your career and create more advanced skills (if you are a professional)

The syllabus

Wind Energy Basics

Energy Basics and Parameters
Energy Resources
Conventional and Non Conventional Sources
Non Renewable Energy Sources
Renewable Energy Sources
India’s Power Potential
Wind Energy Relevance
Characteristics of Wind
Wind Energy Theory
Equation for Wind Power
Wind Energy Extraction
Weibull Probability Density Function

Wind Turbines

Wind Turbine Types
Components of a wind turbine
Aerodynamics of Wind Turbine
Types of Rotors
Aerodynamic Operations of Wind Turbines
Wind Turbine Design
Wind Turbine Blade Design
Wind Speed

Wind Electric Generators

Electromagnetic Induction and Faraday’s Law
Stator and Rotor
Generator Components
Wind Turbine Generator Basics
Electricity Generation
Generator Types
Wind Turbine Generator Output Curve
Permanent Magnet DC Generator
Synchronous Generator
Induction Generator
Doubly Fed Induction Generator
Direct-Driven Generator

Wind Turbine Tower

Tower Types
Tower Selection Considerations
Tower Height
Tower Materials
Bolted Tower Concept

Wind Turbine Foundation

Types of foundations for wind turbines
Spread Foundation
Soil Stabilization
Piled Foundation
Siting and Constructability Factors
Cost Factors
Geotechnology
Geotechnical Design
Structural Design
Code Compliance
Integrating Permitting, Design, and Construction with Foundation Design

Wind Turbine Certification

Wind Turbine Certification Basics
IEC 61400
IEC 61400-6:2020 (Tower and foundation design requirements)
Type Certification of Wind Turbine based on IEC Standard
Wind Turbine Type Certification based on GL Guideline
Wind Turbine Certification based on GB Standard
Project Certification
TAPS

Wind Turbine Testing

Wind Turbine Testing Basics
Terms used in Testing
Field Testing
Rotor Speed
Net Power
Applied Load
Data Acquisition System
Wind Turbine Reliability
Safety and Function Test
Duration Test
Power Performance Test

Wind Farms

Wind Farm Basics
Wind Resource Assessment
Wind Energy Availability
Wind Energy Generator
Grid Connectivity
Microprocessor-Based Control System
Wind Farms Economics
Potential in India

Wind Farms Development

Wind Farm Development Basics
Location
Data Collection and Prospecting
Permitting Standards
Siting/Development
Construction/Commissioning
Operation

Grid Integration

Integration Challenges
What is Grid Integration
Integrating Wind Power
Best Practices for Wind Integration
Power Quality
Grid Code for Wind Farms

Wind Farms O & M

O&M Costs
O & M Key Trends
Maintenance Approach
Preventive Maintenance
Reliability Centered Maintenance
Wind Turbine Failures and Maintenance

Offshore Wind Energy

Offshore Wind Turbines Types
Offshore Wind Power Turbine
Offshore Wind Power Planning
Offshore Wind Power Installation
Offshore Wind Power Grid Connection
Offshore Wind Power Costs
Offshore Wind Power Maintenance

Admission details

Candidates willing to take admission in the Certified wind energy professional programme by VSkills must take the following steps:

Visit the VSkills website - https://www.vskills.in/
Look for the Certified wind energy professional course and register through details such as name, mobile number, email, etc.
Pay the course fee by clicking on the “Buy Now” option. Choose the payment mode you want to complete the procedure.
After completing the fee payment procedure, you can access all the course content.

Filling the form

You don’t need to fill out a comprehensive form to join the Certified Wind Energy Professional training programme. You can either sign up with the required details or log in with your pre-existing account information. Once done, complete the payment and you will gain access to the programme.

Evaluation process

To earn a certification, you have to sit for an online examination. The exam can be taken anywhere and anytime. The details of the test are as follows:

60-minute duration
50 questions
Maximum marks – 50
Minimum marks for passing – 25 (50%)
Online mode
Held throughout the year
Candidates must appear within one year of purchasing the programme
No negative marking

How it helps

VSkills’ Certified Wind Energy Professional certification course will benefit anyone who wishes to pursue employment in the said field.

Professionals and graduates who want to perform better in their career can opt for this course. The course can help the candidates understand the highly competitive job market in recent times and increase their employment opportunities. Completing this course can help build advanced skills in the field and improve the candidate’s earning potential.

Gaining certification in the Certified Wind Energy Professional course by VSkills will also tag you as “Vskills Certified” on both Shine.com and Monsterindia.com. You will receive lifelong access to the online LMS as well.

FAQs

When will the study material be accessible?

Hard copies of the study material will be available 7-10 days after you complete your application process and pay the required course fee.

Will there be examinations?

An examination will be conducted in the online mode to gain the course certificate. The test will be of 50 marks for 60 minutes. The passing mark is 25, and there is no negative marking.

Is certification available?

If you complete this course successfully, you will earn a government certification which will be valid for life. Besides that, you will have life-long e-learning access and free practice tests.

Can I pay the course fee online?

The course fee can be paid both online and offline. Net banking, credit, and debit cards are accepted along will all Indian Banks' debit cards. If you pay the course fee online, you do not have to fill the application form.

When should I do this course?

This course has self-paced learning facilities so that you can do this course in your own time, according to your convenience. The online examination also can be taken anytime and anywhere.