What do you picture when you hear the term “renewable energy?” Do you imagine fields of solar panels, giant windmills, or huge hydroelectric dams? Those are all examples of large-scale, grid-tied systems. In this course, we’ll go much smaller and focus on off-grid, stand-alone systems.
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Exploring Renewable Energy Schemes
Universidad de PensilvaniaAcerca de este Curso
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Comienza de inmediato y aprende a tu propio ritmo.
Fechas límite flexibles
Restablece las fechas límite en función de tus horarios.
Nivel principiante
Aprox. 15 horas para completar
Inglés (English)
Subtítulos: Inglés (English)
Qué aprenderás
Identify the essential characteristics and technical requirements of photovoltaic, wind, and low head hydroelectric energy systems.
Integrate scientific and technological principles necessary to assess and implement small-scale renewable energy schemes.
Develop a plan for implementing a small-scale renewable energy scheme.
Habilidades que obtendrás
Renewable EnergyEnergy SystemsPower and Energy CalculationsPhotovoltaic System DesignEnergy Audits
Certificado para compartir
Obtén un certificado al finalizar
100 % en línea
Comienza de inmediato y aprende a tu propio ritmo.
Fechas límite flexibles
Restablece las fechas límite en función de tus horarios.
Nivel principiante
Aprox. 15 horas para completar
Inglés (English)
Subtítulos: Inglés (English)
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Universidad de Pensilvania
The University of Pennsylvania (commonly referred to as Penn) is a private university, located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. A member of the Ivy League, Penn is the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the United States, and considers itself to be the first university in the United States with both undergraduate and graduate studies.
Programa - Qué aprenderás en este curso
3 horas para completar
1: Everything Is Solar
In this module, we’ll get started by getting familiar with the course and our community expectations. Then, we'll explore the solar spectrum, the Stefan Boltzmann Law, and Wien’s Displacement Law. Each plays a significant role in helping us capture as much energy as we can from the sun. We’ll also explore direct beam and diffuse radiation and consider the implications for solar panel orientation.
3 horas para completar
5 videos (Total 35 minutos), 10 lecturas, 2 cuestionarios
5 videos
Benefits and Costs of Renewable Energy Schemes3m
The Importance of The Solar Spectrum, the Stefan Boltzmann Law and Wien’s Displacement Law16m
The Roles of Direct Beam Radiation and Diffuse Radiation10m
Panel Orientation in the Real World1m
10 lecturas
Getting Started: What You Need to Know10m
Participating in Discussions5m
About Dr. Santiago5m
Optional: Pre-Course Survey5m
Why Is It Important to Study Renewables?10m
What to Expect in Module 110m
Radiation from the Sun: Our Source of Energy10m
(Suggested) Examples Using the Stefan Boltzmann Law and the Wien Displacement Law15m
Thinking about Panel Orientation10m
(Suggested) Tips for Finding the Optimum Tilt Angle10m
2 ejercicios de práctica
Check Your Knowledge: Solar Spectrum, Stefan Boltzmann Law, and Wien’s Displacement Law5m
Module 1 Quiz15m
2 horas para completar
2: How Do Photovoltaics Work?
In this module, we’ll explore the essential element of any photovoltaic system: the solar cell. We’ll examine all aspects of the solar cell, moving from the single cell to a collection of cells that allow us to harness the sun’s power.
2 horas para completar
5 videos (Total 43 minutos), 3 lecturas, 3 cuestionarios
5 videos
Exploring Photovoltaic Materials and Semiconductor Physics14m
A Closer Look at a Photovoltaic Cell6m
Increasing the Power of Solar Cells7m
Figuring Out How Much Power Is Delivered7m
3 lecturas
What to Expect in Module 210m
(Suggested) Photovoltaic Solar Cells20m
(Suggested) Solar Panel Characteristics: Current, Voltage and Power Curves of a Solar (PV) Panel10m
3 ejercicios de práctica
Check Your Knowledge: Photovoltaic Basics5m
Check Your Knowledge: I-V Curve and Maximum Power Point8m
Module 2 Quiz15m
2 horas para completar
3: The Role of Charge Controllers and Inverters in Photovoltaic Systems
The charge controller is a key element of any simple photovoltaic system. This device helps you avoid over or under charging your battery or battery bank. In this module, we’ll focus on both charge controllers and inverters and their important role in photovoltaic systems.
2 horas para completar
3 videos (Total 43 minutos), 4 lecturas, 2 cuestionarios
3 videos
Enhancing Battery Life15m
Integrating Inverters20m
4 lecturas
What to Expect in Module 310m
(Suggested) Solar Charge Controllers: All You Need To Know10m
(Suggested) Installation Considerations: Reviewing the Codes20m
Adding Power Optimizers5m
2 ejercicios de práctica
Check Your Knowledge: Charge Controllers6m
Module 3 Quiz15m
3 horas para completar
4: Designing a Photovoltaic System
In this module, we’ll start thinking about how to design a simple photovoltaic system. We’ll examine efficiency and develop strategies for determining the right components to meet our energy needs.
3 horas para completar
6 videos (Total 55 minutos), 5 lecturas, 2 cuestionarios
6 videos
Balance of System3m
Figuring Out What You Need18m
Designing a System11m
Design Example9m
Understanding Regulations2m
5 lecturas
What to Expect in Module 410m
(Suggested) Stand Alone PV System10m
(Suggested) Balance of System Equipment Required for Renewable Energy Systems10m
(Suggested) Five Steps to Correctly Size your Own Solar Array20m
(Suggested) Planning for Home Renewable Energy Systems15m
2 ejercicios de práctica
Check Your Knowledge: System Components8m
Module 4 Quiz12m
Reseñas
Principales reseñas sobre EXPLORING RENEWABLE ENERGY SCHEMES
por OO20 de may. de 2020
Loved how the course was explained in details but some questions bothering the minds of some of the course takers wouldn't be answered as no platform to interact with the instructor. Hence the 4 🌟
por JM9 de feb. de 2020
Great course! Information is well presented and organized. You'll end this course feeling confident on designing your own solar system, as well as gaining knowledge in other renewable energy schemes.
por SR13 de jul. de 2020
Great course!!! Well presented and organized. You'll end this course feeling confident on designing your own solar system, as well as gaining knowledge in other renewable energy schemes
por ST10 de may. de 2020
great course and I like the prof way of teaching so much, such a cool person. I highly recommend any one to come and "Explore" this course on Photo voltaic, Wind and Hydro Energy.
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¿Qué recibiré si compro el Certificado?
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