Solar Energy: PV Systems Design
This course is part of Solar Energy Engineering.
This advanced course covers comprehensive aspects of photovoltaic system design and implementation. Learn to transform solar cells into complete modules and design full PV systems for various applications. Master the integration of key components including inverters, batteries, and DC-DC converters. Through practical modeling and real-world applications, develop expertise in system performance analysis and energy yield estimation. The course emphasizes both theoretical understanding and practical implementation, preparing you for professional work in solar energy engineering.
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What you'll learn
Design complete PV systems from residential to utility scale
Analyze solar irradiance effects on module performance
Integrate key components like inverters batteries and controllers
Model and estimate PV system performance and energy yield
Evaluate economic aspects and grid integration requirements
Optimize system reliability and performance
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Module Description
This comprehensive course delves into advanced photovoltaic system design and implementation. Students learn to develop complete PV systems, from residential installations to utility-scale solar farms. The curriculum covers critical components including inverters, batteries, and DC-DC converters, while emphasizing system integration and performance optimization. Through practical modeling exercises, participants gain expertise in estimating energy yield and designing reliable, high-performance installations. The course combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience, preparing students for professional roles in solar energy engineering.
Fee Structure
Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: Solar Energy Engineering
Instructors
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Solar Energy Expert and Educational Innovator
Ravi Vasudevan has established himself as a leading expert in photovoltaic technology and solar energy education at TU Delft. His doctoral research focused on silicon heterojunction solar cells, specifically examining interface defects and advanced engineering aspects that contributed to improving this world-record-holding technology. After completing both his MSc and PhD at TU Delft, he continued his research as a postdoctoral researcher in the Photovoltaic Materials and Devices Group. His work has produced significant findings on light-induced effects on the amorphous silicon/crystalline silicon heterointerface, advancing understanding of solar cell performance. Beyond research, he has made substantial contributions to solar energy education, helping develop the MSc course in PV Systems at TU Delft and managing the creation of the Solar Energy Engineering ProfEd series on the edX platform. His educational impact extends through his involvement in teaching various solar-based courses at both BSc and MSc levels, while also contributing to the development of comprehensive online learning materials for the Solar Energy Engineering MicroMasters Program
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Leading Expert in Photovoltaic Technologies and Solar Energy Systems
Olindo Isabella currently serves as Full Professor in Photovoltaic Technologies and Applications at TU Delft, where he also heads the Photovoltaic Materials and Devices group since January 2019. His academic progression at TU Delft includes roles as Assistant Professor (2013-2017), Associate Professor (2017-2021), before his promotion to Full Professor in July 2021. His expertise spans RF PE-CVD, PVD, RF Sputtering, and various advanced characterization techniques. After receiving his PhD cum laude from TU Delft in 2013 for his work on light management in thin-film silicon solar cells, he has made significant contributions to the field of photovoltaics, including research on novel solar cell structures and light management techniques. His research has led to several breakthrough developments in photovoltatronics, combining intelligent PV and digital technologies to maximize electricity generation. He has authored numerous publications in prestigious journals, contributed to two scientific books, filed three patent applications, and developed innovative concepts for cell-level power management in PV modules. His work extends beyond academic research through his management of the Lab course on photovoltaics, providing students with practical experience in photovoltaic systems while advancing the field through his leadership in both research and education.
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