15 Topics
10 Days
75 Sessions
Programme Overview
Training Description
Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for;
- Solar PV System Engineers
- Renewable Energy Consultants
- Electrical Design Professionals
- Project Managers (Solar)
- Energy Efficiency Specialists
- Advanced Solar Installers
- Sustainability Engineers
- BIPV Designers
- Grid Interconnection Specialists
- Solar Energy Researchers
- Technical Sales Engineers (Solar)
- Energy Storage System Integrators
- Architectural Engineers
Session Objectives
- Master advanced PV system design principles for grid-tied, off-grid, and hybrid configurations.
- Utilize advanced design software for PV system modeling, simulation, and optimization.
- Conduct detailed site assessments and calculate precise energy yield for complex installations.
- Design and integrate energy storage solutions to enhance PV system reliability and performance.
- Apply advanced optimization techniques to maximize PV system efficiency and energy output.
- Develop PV system designs for diverse applications, including residential, commercial, and industrial.
- Navigate grid interconnection requirements and ensure compliance with relevant standards.
- Perform comprehensive technical and economic feasibility studies for advanced PV projects.
- Implement effective troubleshooting and maintenance strategies for advanced PV systems.
- Analyze and measure the performance of advanced PV systems using data analytics and monitoring tools.
- Model and simulate complex PV systems using industry-standard software for performance prediction.
- Design and integrate building-integrated PV (BIPV) systems for enhanced architectural and energy efficiency.
- Understand and comply with legal and regulatory considerations for advanced PV installations.
About the Course
As utility-scale and commercial solar installations become increasingly complex, relying on basic sizing rules is no longer sufficient to guarantee long-term system reliability and financial returns. Our Advanced Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems Design Training Course meets this engineering challenge by equipping solar engineers, project developers, and technical leads with expert-level skills to design and optimize complex grid-tied, off-grid, and hybrid solar configurations. Guided by solar engineering specialists, participants will master advanced modeling software, site micro-siting assessments, balance-of-system (BOS) optimization, and battery energy storage integration. By combining rigorous technical design with economic feasibility and grid interconnection protocols, this program prepares technical professionals to minimize system losses, maximize energy output, and deliver bankable, high-performance solar assets.
Curriculum & Topics
15 Topics | 75 Sessions
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Workshop 1.1:
System components and interactions
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Workshop 1.2:
Advanced electrical design principles
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Workshop 1.3:
Performance modeling and simulation
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Workshop 1.4:
Environmental considerations
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Workshop 1.5:
Safety standards and best practices
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Workshop 2.1:
Grid interconnection requirements
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Workshop 2.2:
Inverter sizing and selection
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Workshop 2.3:
Voltage regulation and grid stability
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Workshop 2.4:
Performance monitoring and analysis
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Workshop 2.5:
Grid compliance and permitting
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Workshop 3.1:
Load analysis and energy demand estimation
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Workshop 3.2:
Battery sizing and selection
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Workshop 3.3:
Charge controller selection and configuration
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Workshop 3.4:
System reliability and redundancy
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Workshop 3.5:
Remote monitoring and control
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Workshop 4.1:
Hybrid system configurations and applications
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Workshop 4.2:
Energy storage integration strategies
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Workshop 4.3:
Microgrid design and management
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Workshop 4.4:
Load shifting and demand management
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Workshop 4.5:
System optimization for hybrid scenarios
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Workshop 5.1:
Software interface and functionality
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Workshop 5.2:
3D modeling and shading analysis
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Workshop 5.3:
Electrical simulation and performance prediction
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Workshop 5.4:
Report generation and documentation
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Workshop 5.5:
Customization and advanced features
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Workshop 6.1:
Battery technologies and characteristics
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Workshop 6.2:
Energy storage system sizing and selection
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Workshop 6.3:
Battery management systems (BMS)
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Workshop 6.4:
Integration with PV systems and inverters
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Workshop 6.5:
Energy storage performance optimization
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Workshop 7.1:
MPPT algorithms and optimization
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Workshop 7.2:
Shading mitigation strategies
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Workshop 7.3:
Temperature management and cooling
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Workshop 7.4:
Soiling and maintenance optimization
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Workshop 7.5:
Data-driven performance analysis
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Workshop 8.1:
Site survey and data collection
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Workshop 8.2:
Shading analysis and solar resource assessment
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Workshop 8.3:
Energy yield estimation and modeling
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Workshop 8.4:
Performance ratio calculation
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Workshop 8.5:
Weather data analysis
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Workshop 9.1:
Grid interconnection standards and regulations
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Workshop 9.2:
Voltage and frequency regulation
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Workshop 9.3:
Protection and safety requirements
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Workshop 9.4:
Permitting and approval processes
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Workshop 9.5:
Communication and control systems
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Workshop 10.1:
Cost estimation and financial modeling
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Workshop 10.2:
Return on investment (ROI) calculation
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Workshop 10.3:
Payback period analysis
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Workshop 10.4:
Life cycle cost analysis
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Workshop 10.5:
Sensitivity analysis and risk assessment
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Workshop 11.1:
National and local regulations
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Workshop 11.2:
Permitting and zoning requirements
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Workshop 11.3:
Environmental impact assessments
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Workshop 11.4:
Incentive programs and policies
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Workshop 11.5:
Contractual agreements and warranties
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Workshop 12.1:
Fault detection and diagnosis
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Workshop 12.2:
Electrical testing and measurement
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Workshop 12.3:
Component replacement and repair
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Workshop 12.4:
Remote troubleshooting and support
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Workshop 12.5:
Preventative maintenance strategies
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Workshop 13.1:
Data acquisition and monitoring systems
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Workshop 13.2:
Performance data analysis and interpretation
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Workshop 13.3:
Reporting and visualization tools
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Workshop 13.4:
Performance benchmarking and optimization
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Workshop 13.5:
Data-driven decision making
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Workshop 14.1:
Software modeling techniques
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Workshop 14.2:
Simulation of system behavior
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Workshop 14.3:
Performance prediction and optimization
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Workshop 14.4:
Scenario analysis and design validation
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Workshop 14.5:
Model calibration and validation
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Workshop 15.1:
BIPV system types and applications
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Workshop 15.2:
Architectural integration and aesthetics
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Workshop 15.3:
Electrical and mechanical integration
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Workshop 15.4:
Thermal performance and energy efficiency
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Workshop 15.5:
Building codes and standards
