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Solar Plant Design Engineering: Complete Guide
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Solar Plant Design Engineering: Complete Guide
Learn Solar PV Design, Sizing, Layout, and Simulation for Real-World Projects
Created byRajendra Singh
Last updated 6/2025
English
What you'll learn
- Photovoltaic (PV) Technology (Overview): Solar Energy, PV Technologies, PV Materials, PV Types, PV Module Rating, PV System Components.
- Photovoltaic (PV) Performance: Factors affecting PV Performance, Environmental Factor, Electrical Characteristics, PV Module Output, PV Module Efficiency
- Applicable codes and standards, PV Array Sizing
- PV System Configurations: System Configurations, Grid Connected PV Systems, Standalone PV Systems, Grid Tied with Battery Backup Systems, Technical Comparison
- Inverters: Types of Inverters, Standalone Inverters, Central Inverter, String Inverters, Installation Requirements, Sizing Calculation
- Charge Controllers: Charge Controller Requirements, Charge Regulations, Types of Charge Controllers, Selection and Sizing of Charge Controllers.
- Batteries: Types of Batteries & Classification, Lead Acid Batteries, Alkaline Batteries, Battery Parameters for PV Systems, Battery Sizing Calculation
- Balance of Systems: Auxiliary Systems, AC & DC Distribution Boards, Sizing of {AC breakers ,DC breakers and AC Disconnect Panel
- Metering and Instrumentation, Combiner Box, Earthing Requirements, Lightning Protection Requirements, Cabling and Wiring Requirements
- Design and Sizing of PV System: Design and Sizing principles for PV System System, Sizing for Grid Interconnected systems, Sizing for Grid tie Solar System
- Building Integrated PhotoVoltaic System (BIPV): Benefit of BIPV, Architectural Criteria for BIPV, Applications for BIPV, Challenge to BIPV Technology
- Software Overview
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Course content
4 sections • 24 lectures • 2h 30m total length
Requirements
- Diploma or Degree in engineering (preferably in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, or Energy Engineering).
- Computer Skills - Familiarity with MS Excel.
- A keen interest in solar energy, sustainability, and clean technologies.
Description
Why Solar PV Plant?
Solar Photovoltaic (PV) technology is one of the fastest-growing renewable energy sources globally. With increasing energy demands, rising fuel prices, and the urgent need to reduce carbon emissions, solar power offers a clean, reliable, and sustainable solution.
Importance of Solar Energy
Solar energy reduces dependency on fossil fuels, lowers electricity bills, and promotes energy independence. It plays a key role in achieving global climate goals and rural electrification, making it essential for both developed and developing nations.
Merits and Demerits
Merits:
Renewable and clean source of energy
Low operational and maintenance cost
Ideal for both small and large-scale installations
Demerits:
High initial investment
Weather-dependent energy output
Requires large space for ground-mounted systems
What You'll Learn (Course Contents)
Fundamentals of Solar PV Technology
Solar Radiation, Site Selection & Feasibility
System Components (Modules, Inverters, Batteries, etc.)
Designing Grid-Tied and Off-Grid Systems
Shadow Analysis and Layout Planning
Cable Sizing, Inverter Sizing, and Energy Yield Estimation
Software tools like PVsyst, Helioscope, and AutoCAD
Practical Project Design with Case Studies
Career Opportunities and Future Scope
With government support and global investments in renewable energy, the solar industry is booming. Skilled professionals in solar plant design are in high demand across EPC companies, power sectors, startups, and consultancy firms.
Join this course to gain practical, job-oriented knowledge and become a skilled Solar Design Engineer!
Who this course is for:
- Engineering Students and Graduates
- Working Professionals
- Project Managers and Site Engineers
- Entrepreneurs and Consultants
- Government & NGO Professionals