Course Overview

The fundamentals of solar energy transformation, solar cells, optical engineering, photoelectrochemical cells, thermoelectric generators, and distribution systems are the emphasis of this course on the installation and storage of solar energy systems.

The design and installation of solar panels for residential and engineering purposes, networks to the national grid, cost investigation of the total system, insulation and worldwide energy needs, solar cell material research, current trends in photovoltaic (PV) energy engineering.

In order to provide entire state-of-the-art strategies for utilizing solar energy, further industrial processes for making solar panels will be explored, as well as environmental impacts and the associated system engineering issues.

What subjects will be covered in this course on installing and storing solar energy systems?  Many subjects in solar energy will be covered in this course, including the basics of solar PV energy, the benefits and drawbacks of solar PV systems, grid-tie vs. off-grid PV systems, and solar energy production curve vs.

Household energy demand curve, peak sun hours, power concepts and units, solar modules, DC/DC converters, junction boxes, DC/AC inverters, solar meters, wiring foundations, variables for the proper design of a solar PV system, calculate daytime energy needs, roof performance for solar sizing, and how to reduce power costs are all covered.

Introduction

Renewable energy engineering is a field of engineering that deals with the development and use of technology to capture and store energy from renewable sources like sunlight, wind, rain, and tides. It includes the research, design, development, and implementation of renewable energy systems. Renewable energy engineering applies a range of technology including solar photovoltaic, wind turbines, biomass, heat pumps, and geothermal. These technologies are used for the generation of electricity, heating, and cooling buildings, or in transportation. Renewable energy engineering also encompasses projects for energy storage through dynamic energy load shifting and other methods in order to optimize the use of renewable energy.

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Learning Objectives

Upon completing Renewable Energy Engineering Fast lane – From Zero to Hero, participants will be able to:

• Identify the components that will be required for each task and explain the technical difficulties with each renewable energy source.
• Differentiate the environmental impacts of current energy systems. Explain the key elements of various renewable energy systems; analyses energy technologies from a systems viewpoint
• compare several renewable energy technologies and select the most appropriate one depending on regional circumstances
• Simple techno-economic analyses of renewable energy systems should be conducted

Our Unique Training Methodology

This interactive course comprises the following training methods:

• Role-playing – Participants will take part in several roleplays and understand practical ways of solving issues.
• Journaling – This consists of setting a timer and letting your thoughts flow, unedited and unscripted recording events, ideas, and thoughts over a while, related to the topic.
• Social learning – Information and expertise exchanged amongst peers via computer-based technologies and interactive conversations includingBlogging, instant messaging, and forums for debate in groups.
• Project-based learning
• Interactive sessions – The course will use informative lectures to introduce key concepts and theories related to the topic.
• Presentations – Participants will be presented with multimedia tools such as videos and graphics to enhance learning. These will be delivered engagingly and interactively.

Pre-course assessment

Before you enroll in this course all we wanted to know is your exact mindset and your way of thinking.  For that, we have designed this questionnaire attached below.

• What topics will be covered in the Master class in Renewable Energy Engineering?
• What type of background or prior knowledge do I need to fully understand the material?
• What practical skills or know-how will I gain from the course?
• How will the class be structured?
• What tools are available to me to help me learn the subject?
• What will my post-session assignment look like?

Course Outline

This Renewable Energy Engineering Fast lane – From Zero to Hero covers the following topics for understanding the essentials of the Agile Workplace:

Module 1 – BASIC ELECTRICAL CONCEPTS

• Past, Present, and Future of Energy
• Voltage, resistance, frequency, and current
• Voltage, current, and Power Relationship and Power Factors

Module 2 – APPLICATION

• PV system applications and classifications
• An introduction to mounting systems and inverters
• Physical characteristics: PV cell energy production, grid connectivity, and off-grid setup Items that make up a PV system

Module 3 – SURFACE ENERGY

• The History of Solar Energy
  • Solar Thermal Energy
  • Solar Energy Principles
  • Solar Photovoltaic Energy

Module 4 – MARKET

• A description of the many CSP technologies
• Annual energy production and system performance
• Capacity factor and water needs
• Solar tower, linear Fresnel, dish, and parabolic trough collectors Additional elements of CSP plants

Module 5 – WINDFUL ENERGY

• Historical context
• Wind resources, wind turbines
• Environmental effects

Module 6 – PHYSICAL PRINCIPLES

• Reasons for wind
• Roughness length and wind shear exponent
• Wind measuring equipment
• Wind direction and wind rise, wind speed turbulence
• Extrapolation of wind speed to a given height
• Wind speed units and density
• Wind speed change above ground
• SONAR and LIDAR are two types of sound and light detection and ranging systems.

Module 7 – AQUATIC ENERGY

• Tide Energy Technologies
• Wave Characteristics and Statistics
• Wave Energy Devices
• Tide Characteristics and Statistics
• Ocean Energy Potential vs. Wind and Solar

Module 8 – RESOURCE EVALUATION

• Hydro turbines (Impulse, Reaction, and Selective Turbines)
• Generators (permanent magnet, synchronous, and asynchronous) Costs
• Operating and capital expenses
• The intake (screens and layout), the fore bay tank, and the power canal
• Powerhouse, tailrace, and penstock pipes Electromechanical devices

Post-Course Assessment

Participants need to complete an assessment post-course completion so our mentors will get to know their understanding of the course. A mentor will also have interrogative conversations with participants and provide valuable feedback.

• What renewable energy technologies are best suited for different geographical regions and why?
• What are the most recent advances in renewable energy technology and how can they is applied in different settings?
• What environmental regulations and standards related to renewable energy research and engineering?
• What strategies and approaches are most effective for managing renewable energy projects and what challenges should be anticipated?
• What are the main economic and social considerations associated with renewable energy engineering?
• What career paths are available for those interested in renewable energy engineering?

Lessons Learned

The main lesson learned from the Master class in Renewable Energy Engineering is that renewable energy is becoming increasingly important in the context of global energy needs. In this class, we explored a number of different technologies to evaluate their pros and cons for various applications of renewable energy. We also learned about the various policies, regulations, and initiatives that are helping to facilitate and incentivize further investment in renewable energy solutions. Ultimately, this Master class has emphasized the importance of investing time, money, and resources in renewable energy technologies, as they can bring about great economic and environmental benefits to our societies, and help us move closer to achieving a more efficient and sustainable global energy system.

“Engineering for renewable energy: a step towards a clean, efficient future.”