Quick Facts

Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English	Self Study	Video and Text Based

Course Overview

Offered by the University of Pennsylvania, Exploring Renewable Energy Schemes is a 6-week beginner-level online course. In this online certification course, students will explore off-grid, stand-alone systems and the key components of photovoltaic, wind, and hydroelectric systems. The Exploring Renewable Energy Schemes certification by the University of Pennsylvania via Coursera will enable learners to implement what they have learned by conducting an energy audit to examine power consumption, recognizing crucial system components of small-scale systems, building a budget for a small-scale system design, and developing a design for executing a small-scale system.

The Exploring Renewable Energy Schemes certification syllabus provides learners with the concepts of the solar spectrum, the Stefan Boltzmann Law, and Wien’s Displacement Law. It will also cover the important elements of a photovoltaic system, the role of charge controllers and inverters in Photovoltaic systems, and low-head hydroelectric systems components. The Exploring Renewable Energy Schemes training programme is available for free to enrol. However, if any student wants to get access to all course materials, including graded assignments, he/she must purchase the course.

The Highlights

6 weeks online course
14 hours of learning
Flexible deadlines
Certificate of completion

Programme Offerings

Online Certification Course
Self-paced learning
Flexibility
Expert Faculty
Learner-centric curriculum
Shareable Certificate.

Courses and Certificate Fees

Fees Informations	Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
INR 2530	yes	Coursera

Exploring Renewable Energy Schemes certification fee structure

Description	Amount
Certificate fees	Rs 2,530

Eligibility Criteria

Certification Qualifying Details

Upon completion of the Exploring Renewable Energy Schemes online course, students will get a certificate that they can share on their LinkedIn profiles, and use on their resumes, CVs, or other documents.

What you will learn

Knowledge of clean energy

Enrolling in the Exploring Renewable Energy Schemes online course will provide learners with an understanding of how renewable energy systems work. They will also be able to:

Determine the crucial characteristics and technical requirements of photovoltaic, wind, and low-head hydroelectric energy systems.
Incorporate scientific and technological principles essential to evaluate and apply small-scale renewable energy schemes.
Create a plan for executing a small-scale renewable energy scheme.

Who it is for

Energy Performance EngineerWind Energy Engineer

The Exploring Renewable Energy Schemes certification course is designed for those candidates who want to learn about Energy Systems, Renewable Energy, and small-scale renewable energy scheme and wish to become Wind Energy Engineers, Energy Performance Engineers and others.

Admission Details

The admission process for the Exploring Renewable Energy Schemes certification by the University of Pennsylvania via Coursera includes easy steps.

Step 1: Visit the official website - https://www.coursera.org/learn/exploring-renewable-energy

Step 2: Click on the Enrol for Free button

Step 3: Choose your option

Step 4: Start learning

The Syllabus

Videos

Welcome to Exploring Renewable Energy Schemes
Benefits and Costs of Renewable Energy Schemes
The Importance of The Solar Spectrum, the Stefan Boltzmann Law and Wien’s Displacement Law
The Roles of Direct Beam Radiation and Diffuse Radiation
Panel Orientation in the Real World

Readings

Start Here: What You Need to Know
Participating in Discussions
About Dr. Santiago
Optional: Pre-Course Survey
Why Is It Important to Study Renewables?
What to Expect in Module 1
Radiation from the Sun: Our Source of Energy
(Suggested) Examples Using the Stefan Boltzmann Law and the Wien Displacement Law
Thinking about Panel Orientation
(Suggested) Tips for Finding the Optimum Tilt Angle

Practice Exercise

Check Your Knowledge: Solar Spectrum, Stefan Boltzmann Law, and Wien’s Displacement Law
Module 1 Quiz

Videos

Overview of a Simple Photovoltaic System
Exploring Photovoltaic Materials and Semiconductor Physics
A Closer Look at a Photovoltaic Cell
Increasing the Power of Solar Cells
Figuring Out How Much Power Is Delivered

Readings

What to Expect in Module 2
(Suggested) Photovoltaic Solar Cells
(Suggested) Solar Panel Characteristics: Current, Voltage and Power Curves of a Solar (PV) Panel

Practice Exercise

Check Your Knowledge: Photovoltaic Basics
Check Your Knowledge: I-V Curve and Maximum Power Point
Module 2 Quiz

Videos

Charge Controllers and Inverters in Simple Photovoltaic Systems
Enhancing Battery Life
Integrating Inverters

Readings

What to Expect in Module 3
(Suggested) Solar Charge Controllers: All You Need To Know
(Suggested) Installation Considerations: Reviewing the Codes
Adding Power Optimizers

Practice Exercise

Check Your Knowledge: Charge Controllers
Module 3 Quiz

Videos

Reviewing the Components
Balance of System
Figuring Out What You Need
Designing a System
Design Example
Understanding Regulations

Readings

What to Expect in Module 4
(Suggested) Stand Alone PV System
(Suggested) Balance of System Equipment Required for Renewable Energy Systems
(Suggested) Five Steps to Correctly Size your Own Solar Array
(Suggested) Planning for Home Renewable Energy Systems

Practice Exercise

Check Your Knowledge: System Components
Module 4 Quiz

Videos

What Are Wind Turbines?
Getting Power from Wind
The Role of Wind Speed
Thinking about Placement
Factors that Affect Performance

Readings

What to Expect in Module 5
(Suggested) Wind Turbine Blade Design, Flat or Curved
(Suggested) Planning a Small Wind Electric System

Practice Exercise

Check Your Knowledge: Wind Turbines
Module 5 Quiz

Videos

How Hydroelectric Systems Work
Examining the Components of Hydroelectric Systems
Considerations for Designing Low-Head Hydroelectric Systems
Regulations and Other Considerations for Low-Head Hydroelectric Systems

Readings

What to Expect in Module 6
(Suggested) Microhydropower Systems
Optional: Post-Course Survey

Practice Exercise

Check Your Knowledge: Hydroelectric Systems
Cumulative Quiz (all modules)

Instructors

Penn Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: What is the duration of the Exploring Renewable Energy Schemes training programme?

The Exploring Renewable Energy Schemes is a 6-week online certification course and requires 15 hours to complete.

2: Who will take the Exploring Renewable Energy Schemes classes?

Dr Jorge Santiago-Aviles, Associate Professor at the University of Pennsylvania, will take Exploring Renewable Energy Schemes classes.

3: Will I get access to the lectures and assignments?

If you choose the course in audit mode, you can see course materials for free. To get graded assignments and earn a certificate, you must purchase the course.

4: What type of certification will I get after completing this online course?

Upon completion, you will receive a certificate that you can share on your LinkedIn profile or mention on your resume, CV or other documents.

5: How can I apply for the course?

You can directly apply for the course by choosing options from Purchase Course or Full Course, No Certificate.