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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Ce que vous allez apprendre
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.
Compétences que vous acquerrez
Renewable EnergyEnergy SystemsPower and Energy CalculationsPhotovoltaic System DesignEnergy Audits
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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.
Programme du cours : ce que vous apprendrez dans ce cours
3 heures pour terminer
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 heures pour terminer
5 vidéos (Total 35 min), 10 lectures, 2 quiz
5 vidéos
Benefits and Costs of Renewable Energy Schemes3 min
The Importance of The Solar Spectrum, the Stefan Boltzmann Law and Wien’s Displacement Law16 min
The Roles of Direct Beam Radiation and Diffuse Radiation10 min
Panel Orientation in the Real World1 min
10 lectures
Getting Started: What You Need to Know10 min
Participating in Discussions5 min
About Dr. Santiago5 min
Optional: Pre-Course Survey5 min
Why Is It Important to Study Renewables?10 min
What to Expect in Module 110 min
Radiation from the Sun: Our Source of Energy10 min
(Suggested) Examples Using the Stefan Boltzmann Law and the Wien Displacement Law15 min
Thinking about Panel Orientation10 min
(Suggested) Tips for Finding the Optimum Tilt Angle10 min
2 exercices pour s'entraîner
Check Your Knowledge: Solar Spectrum, Stefan Boltzmann Law, and Wien’s Displacement Law5 min
Module 1 Quiz15 min
2 heures pour terminer
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 heures pour terminer
5 vidéos (Total 43 min), 3 lectures, 3 quiz
5 vidéos
Exploring Photovoltaic Materials and Semiconductor Physics14 min
A Closer Look at a Photovoltaic Cell6 min
Increasing the Power of Solar Cells7 min
Figuring Out How Much Power Is Delivered7 min
3 lectures
What to Expect in Module 210 min
(Suggested) Photovoltaic Solar Cells20 min
(Suggested) Solar Panel Characteristics: Current, Voltage and Power Curves of a Solar (PV) Panel10 min
3 exercices pour s'entraîner
Check Your Knowledge: Photovoltaic Basics5 min
Check Your Knowledge: I-V Curve and Maximum Power Point8 min
Module 2 Quiz15 min
2 heures pour terminer
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 heures pour terminer
3 vidéos (Total 43 min), 4 lectures, 2 quiz
3 vidéos
Enhancing Battery Life15 min
Integrating Inverters20 min
4 lectures
What to Expect in Module 310 min
(Suggested) Solar Charge Controllers: All You Need To Know10 min
(Suggested) Installation Considerations: Reviewing the Codes20 min
Adding Power Optimizers5 min
2 exercices pour s'entraîner
Check Your Knowledge: Charge Controllers6 min
Module 3 Quiz15 min
3 heures pour terminer
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 heures pour terminer
6 vidéos (Total 55 min), 5 lectures, 2 quiz
6 vidéos
Balance of System3 min
Figuring Out What You Need18 min
Designing a System11 min
Design Example9 min
Understanding Regulations2 min
5 lectures
What to Expect in Module 410 min
(Suggested) Stand Alone PV System10 min
(Suggested) Balance of System Equipment Required for Renewable Energy Systems10 min
(Suggested) Five Steps to Correctly Size your Own Solar Array20 min
(Suggested) Planning for Home Renewable Energy Systems15 min
2 exercices pour s'entraîner
Check Your Knowledge: System Components8 min
Module 4 Quiz12 min
Avis
Meilleurs avis pour EXPLORING RENEWABLE ENERGY SCHEMES
par JM9 févr. 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.
par OO20 mai 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 🌟
par SR13 juil. 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
par ST10 mai 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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