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Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
The Solar Resource Assessment in Desert Climates certification by Hamad Bin Khalifa University via edX is a 7-week online course. In this online certification course, participants will be exposed to the use of the components of solar radiation and spectrum, forecasting and meteorology to back and plan for implementing photovoltaic (PV) in desert climates. As the heat and dust experienced in the desert areas possess a challenge to the optimal performance of PV modules, the Solar Resource Assessment in Desert Climates online course from Hamad Bin Khalifa University via edX is focused on mitigating these challenges.
The Solar Resource Assessment in Desert Climates certification course provides learners with an understanding of solar radiation components and the elements of solar cells and the solar spectrum to solve such challenges. It will also teach them about forecasting and nowcasting while getting them exposed to how this influences selecting a site for PV applications. The Solar Resource Assessment in Desert Climates certification syllabus involves seven modules that will be taught by subject-matter experts. Participants can enroll in the free audit track with limited access or upgrade to the paid verified track directly.
The Highlights
- 7 weeks online course
- 1-3 hours of learning per week
- 7 modules
- Certificate of completion
Programme Offerings
- Online Course
- Self-paced learning
- Expert Faculty
- Certification
- 7 weeks of learning
- videos
- Instructor-led Classes
- video transcript
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Fees Informations | Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|---|
| INR 9984 | yes | Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Doha |
The Solar Resource Assessment in Desert Climates certification fee is Rs 9,984 . Participants can also access this online certification course for free by choosing the Audit Track option. However, they will have limited access to course materials.
Solar Resource Assessment in Desert Climates certification fee structure
Description | Amount (In INR) |
Total fee | Rs 9,984 |
Eligibility Criteria
The Solar Resource Assessment in Desert Climates certification by Hamad Bin Khalifa University via edX is open to all candidates. However, the course requires university-level mathematics and physics.
What you will learn
Pursuing the Solar Resource Assessment in Desert Climates training programme will provide students with the study of Solar Radiation and Solar Spectrum components. They will also be able to:
- Assess site-specific data to comprehend the effect of atmospheric aerosols on surface irradiation.
- Learn how to locate the most effective and efficient sites for photovoltaic applications.
- Draw upon regional resources for nowcasting and short-term forecasting.
- Get exposed to how to measure the energy cost from photovoltaic in hot desert environments and estimate its economic impact.
Who it is for
The Solar Resource Assessment in Desert Climates online course is apt for any candidate who has studied University level mathematics and physics and who wishes to become an environmental engineer.
Admission Details
To get enrolled in the Solar Resource Assessment in Desert Climates certification by Hamad Bin Khalifa University via edX, candidates are required to follow the steps below.
Step 1: Visit the official webpage - https://www.edx.org/course/solar-resource-assessment-in-desert-climates
Step 2: Registration
Step 3: Choose your option (Varified Track and Audit Track)
Step 4: Start learning
The Syllabus
- Navigation and Support
- Course Overview section
- Introduction and Overview
- Getting Started
- Introduction
- Solar Energy and the Nature of Solar Radiation
- Interaction of Solar Radiation with the Atmosphere
- Introduction
- Meteorology and Air Quality
- Nowcasting
- Forecasting
- Introduction
- Effective Site Selection in PV System Applications
- Establishing a Solar Radiation Station
- Advantages and Disadvantages of Pyranometers With Solar Cell and Thermal Sensors
- Introduction
- Aerosols
- Introduction
- Considering the Cost of Energy from PV in Hot Desert Environments
- Rich Countries section
- Introduction
- Utility Scale PV vs Residential PV
- Introduction
- Final Assessment
- Course Conclusion
Instructors
Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Doha Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
No, you don’t have to submit any document. You only need to create an account by providing the required details or register with your Google, Facebook, Apple or Microsoft account.
The Solar Resource Assessment in Desert Climates training programme is available in Verified Track and Audit Track modes. To get a certificate, you have to choose the Varified Track
Dr Luis Pomares, Research Scientist; Dr Christos Fountoukis, Senior Research Scientist, HBKU; and Dr Amir Abdallah, Scientist at Qatar Environment and Energy Research Institute, HBKU, will be the course instructors.
When you choose a course in the free audit track, you will have to upgrade it to the verified track to regain the course access.
You can access the Solar Resource Assessment in Desert Climates classes through videos, graded assignments and other course materials.