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Mastering Rooftop Solar Plant Design - From Basics to Pro
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Mastering Rooftop Solar Plant Design - From Basics to Pro

Master rooftop solar system design with formulas, case studies, and practical tools to kickstart your career or business
Created byRESG Academy
Last updated 9/2025
English

What you'll learn

  • Introduction to basic concepts of Solar Energy and solar radiation.
  • Basics of Earth Sun Angle
  • Basics of Electricals (Ohm's law, KVL and KCL, Series and Parallel Circuits, Short Circuit, Open Circuit)
  • Basics of Semiconductors and PN Junction Diode and its Characteristics
  • Basics of Solar Cell (Working, types, IV Characteristics and Construction)
  • Basics of Solar Panel (Working, types, features, Installation and Sizing for solar power plant with practical demonstration)
  • Types of Solar Power System (On-grid, Off- grid and Hybrid with circuit Diagrams and detail functional working)
  • Concept of Net metering, Feed in tariff, Grid Parity, gross metering and remote Net metering.
  • Solar Panel Tilt angle and optimum array position designing
  • Shadow Analysis over Solar Array
  • Bypass Diode and Hotspot Heating
  • Blocking Diode and Mismatch losses in Solar Array
  • Optical and recombination losses (Concept of Antireflective Coating)
  • Daily, monthly and Yearly Energy Yield Estimation with formula based calculation
  • Specific Energyu Yield Estimation and Performance ratio of solar power plant
  • Solar Inverter (Types, Significance, Working , Installtion and Sizing according to Capacity of Power plant )
  • Islanding and anti Islanding Concept and its solution
  • Number of strings and MPPT calculation
  • Array sizing calculation and design
  • Solar Battery (Types, Significance, Working , Installtion and Sizing according to Capacity of Power plant)
  • Solar Charge Controller (Types, Significance, Working , Installtion and Sizing according to Capacity of Power plant)
  • Solar String Combiner Box (Types, Significance, Working , Installtion and Sizing according to Capacity of Power plant)
  • Solar Wires and Cables (Types, Ampacity and voltage drop calculation , Installtion and Sizing according to Capacity of Power plant)
  • Detailed sizing of Sting DC Cables, Main DC cable, LT Armoured AC Cable, HT Armoured AC Cable
  • Solar Cable Management System (Cable ties, Clips, Cable Tray, Cable Conduit, Cable Rack Selection and Installation)
  • Solar Panel Mounting Structure (Types, Materials, Channel Structure, Designing and Installation according to Plant Capacity) )
  • Various types of roofs and Roof zones
  • Solar Power System Earthing
  • Solar Array Grounding (Panel Grounding and Array Grounding and its practical demonstration)
  • Solar array connection (Practical Demonstraction of how to connect MC4 Solar Connectors and Wiring System)
  • Solar System Lightening Protection and Surge Protection Devices (Methods and Process of lightening Protection and Location of SPDs)
  • Cable Connectors (MC4, Cable Lugs, Cable glands types Significance and Practical demonstration)
  • Installation tools used in Solar System
  • Testing of Solar Power Plant (Start up and Emergency Shut down of Solar Power Plant Process)
  • Types of Testing like (Continuity, Polarity, Insulation Restistance, Voltage and current, Performance testing process in detail)
  • Operation and Maintenance of Solar Power Plant (Panel Maintenance, Inverter, Charge controller, Battery and Cable Maintenance in detail))
  • Cleaning Process and methods for solar array with practical demonstration
  • Commissioning of Solar Power Plant (All commissioning process and Documentation)
  • Practical Demonstration for Installation of Rooftop Solar Power Plant on Site
  • Case Study – Detail Design Calculations for 10kW On grid Rooftop Solar System
  • Case study: A-Z manual formula-based design of 10kW solar plant—yield, array, inverter, cables, combiner boxes, net meter & monthly performance.

Course content

30 sections • 162 lectures • 16h 15m total length

  • Over view of the Course A to Z Design of Rooftop Solar Power Plant9:07

    In this Lecture learner will get idea about how many topics covered in this course and General overview of the course

  • Introduction to solar energy3:33

    Learner should able to understand the Importants of Solar Energy.

    Learner should able to understand the future in solar energy.

    Learner should able to recognize career in solar energy

  • Introduction to solar energy - Readings0:48
  • Earth’s energy budget3:21

    Learner should able to understand Earth’s Energy budget.

    Learner should able to know percentage of Solar Irradiation reflected and absorbed.

  • Earth’s energy budget - Readings0:52
  • Types of Solar Irradiation3:45

    Learner should able to Understand Direct Normal Irradiation (DNI).

    Learner should able to Understand Diffuse Horizontal Irradiation (DHI).

    Learner should able to Understand Global Horizontal Irradiation (GHI).

    Learner should able to understand Daily and Monthly GHI Value.

  • Types of Solar Irradiation - Readings0:48
  • Depletion Of Solar Radiation5:33

    Learner should able to understand concept of Scattering of light.

    Learner should able to understand concept of Diffusion of light.

    Learner should able to understand concept of Absorption of light.

    Learner should able to understand concept of Reflection of light.

    Learner should able to understand concept of Albedo.

  • Depletion Of Solar Radiation - Readings0:51
  • Metrological Instruments3:03

    Learner should able to know function of Pyranometers.

    Learner should able to know function of Pyrheliometer.

    Learner should able to know function of Anemometers.

    Learner should able to know function of Wind Vane.

    Learner should able to know function of Barometers.

    Learner should able to know function of rain Gauge.

  • Metrological Instruments - Readings0:43
  • Quiz on Section No. 1 (Introduction to Solar Energy)

Requirements

  • Basic Interest in Solar Energy – No prior experience required, just curiosity and willingness to learn.
  • General Science/Math Knowledge – High school–level understanding of physics and mathematics (Ohm’s law, simple calculations) will be helpful.
  • Computer & Internet Access – To follow along with lectures, calculations, and case studies.
  • Optional: Familiarity with electrical or mechanical systems will give you an extra edge, but it’s not mandatory.

Description

Welcome to your course "A to Z design of rooftop solar power plant" this course is designed for the students who wants to endeavour their knowledge in rooftop solar power plant designing for their projects, for the solar technician who wants to know optimum power generation from the solar power plant, for the job seekers who wants to get jobs in solar industry, for the entrepreneur who wants to make career in solar energy.

This course is the explains the very basic concept belongs to rooftop solar installation design. The one who is completing the course will able to do all manual design calculation which are required for designing any solar rooftop power plant. The learner of course will get scientific idea of each an every components needed for rooftop solar power plant.

This course consist of 30 Sessions and 175 Lectures with practical demonstration of installation and connection of each an every components needed for solar rooftop power plant. It also includes the detail installation of solar power plant. One of the most importantly A case study of Design and installation of 10kW rooftop solar power plant with detail formula based calculation of Yearly Energy yield estimation, Specific Yield Estimation, Performance ratio, Decision of optimum capacity, sizing of Solar Panel, Solar Inverter, Solar Preassemble DC Cable, Main DC cable with Ampacity and voltage drop calculation, DC combiner box, AC combiner box, LT armoured cable Ampacity and voltage drop calculation, Net meter selection, Placing of solar array with optimum tilt angle, Graph of Monthly energy yield estimation and many more.


What You’ll Learn (Curriculum Highlights)

This course takes you from foundational theory through to hands-on application. You will master:

  • Solar Fundamentals & Radiation
    GHI, DNI, DHI, light spectrum, irradiation calculation formulas.

  • Sun-Earth Angles & Solar Timing
    Azimuth, Zenith, Air mass, Hour angle, Equation of Time, Local Solar Time.

  • Basic Electrical Principles
    Ohm’s Law, Kirchhoff’s Laws, series/parallel circuits, open/short circuits.

  • Semiconductors & Solar Cells
    PN junction diodes, I-V characteristics, cell construction and performance.

  • Solar Panels
    Types, features, working principles, sizing, and practical installation demos.

  • System Types & Grid Concepts
    On-grid, off-grid, hybrid systems; net metering, feed-in tariffs, grid parity.

  • Array Design Essentials
    Tilt and orientation, shadow analysis, bypass/blocking diodes, mismatch losses, anti-reflective coatings.

  • Energy Output Estimation
    Daily, monthly, yearly yield, specific energy yield, and performance ratio calculations.

  • Key System Components & Sizing

    • Inverters: types, sizing, islanding and anti-islanding protection, MPPT, string calculations.

    • Batteries & Charge Controllers: types, sizing, installation.

    • Combiner Boxes, Wires & Cables: specifications, ampacity, voltage drop, detailed cable sizing.

    • Cable Management: trays, ties, conduits, racks, and installation best practices.

  • Mechanical & Civil Foundation
    Mounting structures, roof types/zones, pile foundations, structural design and installation.

  • Electrical Safety & Protection
    Earthing, grounding, lightning protection, surge protection devices (SPDs).

  • Connectivity & Tools
    MC4 connectors, cable glands, lugs, installation tools, and wiring demonstrations.

  • Testing, Commissioning, & Maintenance
    Pre-commissioning tests (continuity, polarity, insulation resistance), commissioning documentation, emergency start-up/shutdown, panel/inverter/battery cleaning, preventive maintenance.

  • Hands-On Case Study
    Complete design of a 10 kW on-grid rooftop solar system: yield estimation, component sizing, cable and combiner box selection, net meter choice, graphical monthly energy output, and performance ratio.

Why Enroll in This Course?

  • Built from Zero to Proficiency
    No prior experience needed—this course starts with the basics and builds up to advanced, real-world design skills.

  • Comprehensive Coverage
    Encompassing every critical component—from solar physics to civil foundations, electrical safety, installation, testing, and maintenance—it’s your one-stop solution.

  • Practical, Formula-Driven Learning
    Formula-based calculations and hands-on demonstrations mean you won’t just learn theory—you’ll apply it.

  • Real Project Skills
    Work through a full 10 kW rooftop plant design, gaining practical experience you can apply immediately.

  • Taught by an Expert Educator
    Mr. Kiran Ramkrishna Beldar—Solar Expert and Consultant, author of A to Z Design of Rooftop Solar Plant, and passionate instructor—is committed to your learning journey.

  • Ideal for Diverse Learners
    Designed for electrical/mechanical students, solar technicians, job seekers, entrepreneurs, and solar enthusiasts.

By enrolling in this course, you will gain comprehensive technical mastery of photovoltaic design, covering both electrical and civil aspects of rooftop solar projects. The hands-on case study ensures you develop practical proficiency, bridging the gap between theory and real-world application. Upon completion, you’ll have the professional capability to independently design and execute rooftop solar power plants with confidence. This skillset not only boosts your career prospects and entrepreneurial opportunities in the fast-growing solar industry but also equips you with the foundation to start your own solar venture. Unlike fragmented learning resources, this course provides a complete and structured learning path, saving you time and effort. Most importantly, it builds the confidence and problem-solving ability required to tackle end-to-end design challenges, making you industry-ready from day one.

In summary: This course is your definitive guide to mastering rooftop solar plant design—whether you're starting a career, launching your own solar venture, or simply passionate about solar energy. It offers a blend of theory, hands-on learning, and real-world application, taught by a seasoned educator. If you're serious about stepping up in the solar industry, this is the course you've been waiting for.

Who this course is for:

  • Engineering Students (Electrical/Mechanical/Civil) – looking to build strong technical skills in renewable energy design.
  • Solar Professionals & Technicians – who want to upgrade their knowledge with formula-based calculations and real project applications.
  • Entrepreneurs & Startups – aiming to start their own solar business or offer rooftop solar installation services.
  • Job Seekers in Renewable Energy – who want to boost their career prospects in one of the fastest-growing industries.
  • Researchers & Academics – seeking a structured understanding of rooftop solar system design for projects, publications, or teaching.
  • Enthusiasts & Learners – anyone passionate about solar power who wants to learn step by step how rooftop solar plants are designed, sized, and implemented.

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