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Complete Solar Energy Design Course From Zero To Hero

Understand everything about solar energy design systems, solar water pumping systems, and protection and earthing systems. Read more.

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Beginner
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19h 18m

I am Ahmed Mahdy an electrical power engineer, researcher, and the founder of Khadija Academy. I am also an electrical bestselling instructor teaching electrical power engineering. I have helped over 80,000 students from 198 countries achieve career success with simple and easy courses in the last 8 years.​ In addition, I have a YouTube educational engineering channel called" Khadija Academy", where I regularly post videos related to electrical engineering. I have received the award for the be

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About This Course

Who this course is for:

  • Solar enthusiasts
  • Electrical power engineers
  • Mechanical engineers
  • Electrical and mechanical engineering students
  • Those who want to learn about solar or PV System
  • Beginners with zero solar experience or knowledge

What you’ll learn: 

  • Understand everything about solar energy design systems
  • Develop various solar energy systems, including off-grid setups, on-grid configurations, and solar water pumping systems.
  • How to design protection and earthing systems for solar energy systems

Requirements: 

  • No prior knowledge is required to take this course

This is the only course out there with everything you need to know about solar energy design from scratch.

This course aims to provide you with fundamental concepts of solar energy up to the level of a professional in solar energy systems design.

Throughout the course, you will discover:

  • The fundamentals of solar energy
  • On-grid and off-grid solar systems components and design
  • Design of hybrid PV systems
  • Solar module types and selections
  • Charge controller types and their selection techniques
  • Different solar inverter types and selections
  • Suitable tilt angle and shading effect in PV systems
  • Battery types and selections in solar energy systems
  • Solar water pumping system design and components
  • Grounding or earthing system design
  • Single-line diagram design of the PV system using Autocad
  • On and off-grid PV systems design using the PVSyst program
  • Design of protection of PV system

Get that job in the solar energy field, as you will be fully equipped with the knowledge you need to work in the sector.

Bonus Gift:

The lecture slides for the Ultimate Solar Energy Course will be provided and may be used as a resource and reference in your solar design journey.

  • 200+ Pages of Course Slides on Solar Energy
  • 89 Pages of Slides on Batteries

Enroll in this course if you’ve been seeking a comprehensive resource on solar energy.

Uncover the secrets in my latest course! Visit my profile for details.

Our Promise to You

By the end of this course, you will have learned solar energy design.

10 Day Money Back Guarantee. If you are unsatisfied for any reason, simply contact us and we’ll give you a full refund. No questions asked.

Get started today!

Course Curriculum

Section 1 - Basics Of Solar Energy
Introduction To PV System 00:00:00
Types Of Busbars And Solar Cells 00:00:00
V-I Characteristics Of A PV Panel 00:00:00
Different Connections Of Solar Panels 00:00:00
Shading And Half Cut Cells 00:00:00
Mounting And Tilt Angle Of A PV Panel 00:00:00
Calculation Of The Tilt Angle In A Location 00:00:00
Practical Tilt Angle During Different Seasons 00:00:00
Orientation And Azimuth Angle Of Solar Panels 00:00:00
Sun Chart And Distance Between PV Rows 00:00:00
Important Note Regarding The Sun Chart 00:00:00
Panel Parameters And Measurements 00:00:00
Junction Box In PV Panels 00:00:00
Solar Wires And Cables Installation Process 00:00:00
PV String Maximum Voltage 00:00:00
Important Definitions In The Global Solar Atlas 00:00:00
Global Solar Atlas PV Simulation 00:00:00
Hybrid Photovoltaic Thermal Panel (PVT) 00:00:00
Solar Course Resources 00:00:00
Section 2 - Types And Components Of PV Systems
Off-Grid, On-Grid, And Hybrid PV Systems 00:00:00
Section 3 - Batteries In PV System
Introduction To Batteries 00:00:00
Practical Recommendation Of Battery System Voltage 00:00:00
Components Of 24V And 48V PV Systems 00:00:00
Battery Capacity And C-Rate 00:00:00
C10, C20, And C100 Batteries 00:00:00
Battery Connections 00:00:00
Cycle Of A Battery And DoD 00:00:00
Deep Cycle Batteries And Car Batteries 00:00:00
Specific Energy And Specific Density Of A Battery 00:00:00
Self Discharge Of A Battery 00:00:00
Shelf Life, Cycle Life, And Calendar Life Of A Battery 00:00:00
Lead Acid Batteries 00:00:00
Maintenance Of Flooded Lead Acid Batteries 00:00:00
Lithium Batteries 00:00:00
Nickel Batteries 00:00:00
Flow Batteries 00:00:00
Cost Of Batteries 00:00:00
Battery Balancer 00:00:00
Lead Acid Battery And Lithium-Ion Charging Cycle 00:00:00
Datasheet Of A Solar Battery 00:00:00
Small Correction In Datasheet 00:00:00
Section 4 - Charge Controllers
Introduction To Charge Controllers 00:00:00
PWM Charge Controllers 00:00:00
MPPT Charge Controllers 00:00:00
Section 5 - Inverters In PV System
Function, Types, And Data Sheet Of Inverter 00:00:00
Section 6 - Design Of Off Grid Systems
Example 1 On Design An Off-Grid PV System 00:00:00
Helpful Notes Regarding Example 1 00:00:00
Example 2 On Design An Off-Grid PV System 00:00:00
Helpful Notes Regarding Example 2 00:00:00
Section 7 - Protection And Selection Of Cables And Fuses
Overcurrent Protection Guide 00:00:00
Example On String And Array Protection 00:00:00
PV Combiner Box 00:00:00
Selection Of Fuses And Cables For Example 1 – Off Grid 00:00:00
Selection Of Fuses And Cables For Example 2 – Off Grid 00:00:00
Section 8 - Design Of Hybrid PV Systems
Example On Design Of A Hybrid PV System 00:00:00
Helpful Notes Regarding Hybrid Design 00:00:00
Section 9 - Design Of An On-Grid Solar System
Example Design Of An On Grid System 00:00:00
PV Energy According To Area 00:00:00
Section 10 - Design Of A PV System Using PVSyst Program
Design Of An Off Grid Solar Energy System Using PVSYST Program 00:00:00
Design Of An On Grid Solar Energy System Using PVSYST Program 00:00:00
Mega PV System Design Using PVSyst Program 00:00:00
Section 11 - Solar Water Pumping System
Introduction To Water Pumping System And Steps Of Design 00:00:00
Solved Example On Solar Pumping System Design 00:00:00
Section 12 - Design Of A PV System Using Excel File
Design Of An Off Grid PV System Using Excel Sheet 00:00:00
Section 13 - Single Line Diagram Of PV System
Single Line Diagram Of PV System And Selection Of Fuses And Breakers 00:00:00
Section 14 - Course Files And Slides For Students
Course Files And Slides For Students 00:00:00

About This Course

Who this course is for:

  • Solar enthusiasts
  • Electrical power engineers
  • Mechanical engineers
  • Electrical and mechanical engineering students
  • Those who want to learn about solar or PV System
  • Beginners with zero solar experience or knowledge

What you’ll learn: 

  • Understand everything about solar energy design systems
  • Develop various solar energy systems, including off-grid setups, on-grid configurations, and solar water pumping systems.
  • How to design protection and earthing systems for solar energy systems

Requirements: 

  • No prior knowledge is required to take this course

This is the only course out there with everything you need to know about solar energy design from scratch.

This course aims to provide you with fundamental concepts of solar energy up to the level of a professional in solar energy systems design.

Throughout the course, you will discover:

  • The fundamentals of solar energy
  • On-grid and off-grid solar systems components and design
  • Design of hybrid PV systems
  • Solar module types and selections
  • Charge controller types and their selection techniques
  • Different solar inverter types and selections
  • Suitable tilt angle and shading effect in PV systems
  • Battery types and selections in solar energy systems
  • Solar water pumping system design and components
  • Grounding or earthing system design
  • Single-line diagram design of the PV system using Autocad
  • On and off-grid PV systems design using the PVSyst program
  • Design of protection of PV system

Get that job in the solar energy field, as you will be fully equipped with the knowledge you need to work in the sector.

Bonus Gift:

The lecture slides for the Ultimate Solar Energy Course will be provided and may be used as a resource and reference in your solar design journey.

  • 200+ Pages of Course Slides on Solar Energy
  • 89 Pages of Slides on Batteries

Enroll in this course if you’ve been seeking a comprehensive resource on solar energy.

Uncover the secrets in my latest course! Visit my profile for details.

Our Promise to You

By the end of this course, you will have learned solar energy design.

10 Day Money Back Guarantee. If you are unsatisfied for any reason, simply contact us and we’ll give you a full refund. No questions asked.

Get started today!

Course Curriculum

Section 1 - Basics Of Solar Energy
Introduction To PV System 00:00:00
Types Of Busbars And Solar Cells 00:00:00
V-I Characteristics Of A PV Panel 00:00:00
Different Connections Of Solar Panels 00:00:00
Shading And Half Cut Cells 00:00:00
Mounting And Tilt Angle Of A PV Panel 00:00:00
Calculation Of The Tilt Angle In A Location 00:00:00
Practical Tilt Angle During Different Seasons 00:00:00
Orientation And Azimuth Angle Of Solar Panels 00:00:00
Sun Chart And Distance Between PV Rows 00:00:00
Important Note Regarding The Sun Chart 00:00:00
Panel Parameters And Measurements 00:00:00
Junction Box In PV Panels 00:00:00
Solar Wires And Cables Installation Process 00:00:00
PV String Maximum Voltage 00:00:00
Important Definitions In The Global Solar Atlas 00:00:00
Global Solar Atlas PV Simulation 00:00:00
Hybrid Photovoltaic Thermal Panel (PVT) 00:00:00
Solar Course Resources 00:00:00
Section 2 - Types And Components Of PV Systems
Off-Grid, On-Grid, And Hybrid PV Systems 00:00:00
Section 3 - Batteries In PV System
Introduction To Batteries 00:00:00
Practical Recommendation Of Battery System Voltage 00:00:00
Components Of 24V And 48V PV Systems 00:00:00
Battery Capacity And C-Rate 00:00:00
C10, C20, And C100 Batteries 00:00:00
Battery Connections 00:00:00
Cycle Of A Battery And DoD 00:00:00
Deep Cycle Batteries And Car Batteries 00:00:00
Specific Energy And Specific Density Of A Battery 00:00:00
Self Discharge Of A Battery 00:00:00
Shelf Life, Cycle Life, And Calendar Life Of A Battery 00:00:00
Lead Acid Batteries 00:00:00
Maintenance Of Flooded Lead Acid Batteries 00:00:00
Lithium Batteries 00:00:00
Nickel Batteries 00:00:00
Flow Batteries 00:00:00
Cost Of Batteries 00:00:00
Battery Balancer 00:00:00
Lead Acid Battery And Lithium-Ion Charging Cycle 00:00:00
Datasheet Of A Solar Battery 00:00:00
Small Correction In Datasheet 00:00:00
Section 4 - Charge Controllers
Introduction To Charge Controllers 00:00:00
PWM Charge Controllers 00:00:00
MPPT Charge Controllers 00:00:00
Section 5 - Inverters In PV System
Function, Types, And Data Sheet Of Inverter 00:00:00
Section 6 - Design Of Off Grid Systems
Example 1 On Design An Off-Grid PV System 00:00:00
Helpful Notes Regarding Example 1 00:00:00
Example 2 On Design An Off-Grid PV System 00:00:00
Helpful Notes Regarding Example 2 00:00:00
Section 7 - Protection And Selection Of Cables And Fuses
Overcurrent Protection Guide 00:00:00
Example On String And Array Protection 00:00:00
PV Combiner Box 00:00:00
Selection Of Fuses And Cables For Example 1 – Off Grid 00:00:00
Selection Of Fuses And Cables For Example 2 – Off Grid 00:00:00
Section 8 - Design Of Hybrid PV Systems
Example On Design Of A Hybrid PV System 00:00:00
Helpful Notes Regarding Hybrid Design 00:00:00
Section 9 - Design Of An On-Grid Solar System
Example Design Of An On Grid System 00:00:00
PV Energy According To Area 00:00:00
Section 10 - Design Of A PV System Using PVSyst Program
Design Of An Off Grid Solar Energy System Using PVSYST Program 00:00:00
Design Of An On Grid Solar Energy System Using PVSYST Program 00:00:00
Mega PV System Design Using PVSyst Program 00:00:00
Section 11 - Solar Water Pumping System
Introduction To Water Pumping System And Steps Of Design 00:00:00
Solved Example On Solar Pumping System Design 00:00:00
Section 12 - Design Of A PV System Using Excel File
Design Of An Off Grid PV System Using Excel Sheet 00:00:00
Section 13 - Single Line Diagram Of PV System
Single Line Diagram Of PV System And Selection Of Fuses And Breakers 00:00:00
Section 14 - Course Files And Slides For Students
Course Files And Slides For Students 00:00:00
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