Certificate: Design and installation for PV Solar System

Introduction:

As the demand for solar electric systems grows, progressive builders are adding solar photovoltaics (PV) as an option for their customers. This overview of solar photovoltaic systems will give the builder a basic understanding of:

• Evaluating a building site for its solar potential
• Common grid-connected PV system configurations and components
• Considerations in selecting components
• Considerations in design and installation of a PV system
• Typical costs and the labor required to install a PV system
• Building and electric code requirements
• Where to find more information

Emphasis will be placed on information that will be useful in including a grid-connected PV system in a bid for a residential or small commercial building. We will also cover those details of the technology and installation that may be helpful in selecting subcontractors to perform the work, working with a designer, and directing work as it proceeds. A summary of system types and components is given so the builder will know

What to expect to see in a design submitted by a subcontractor or PV designer.

Objective:

This program aims at training people in installation, operation and maintenance of solar PV systems. The program is useful for entrepreneurs and engineers working in the field. The program is useful for engineers in various disciplines: electrical, mechanical, civil, computer and systems

Course Outline: 

• World Energy Scenario and Indian Perspective, Renewable Energy Technologies, Role of Solar PV and policies in India, Basics of Electricity, Introduction to Instruments.
• Introduction to Solar Radiation, Optimum orientation of Solar PV modules, Solar related measuring devices
• Solar PV Electricity, Introduction of Solar PV Modules, Interconnections of PV Modules, Impact of environmental parameters on module performance
• Introduction to Battery technologies, Charge controller, MPPT, Solar PV inverters
• Types of Solar PV systems, Introduction to Solar PV system design
• Grid Solar PV system design with DC load, Grid Solar PV system design with water pump, Example of Solar Power packs for homes/ industrial applications, Example of Solar Power packs for homes/ industrial applications
• Design of Grid, Connected Solar PV systems
• Wires and Cable sizing, Junction Boxes, Combiner Boxes, Fuses, etc.
• Solar PV system Installation, Monitoring and Trouble Shooting, Introduction to Solar lamps, Solar Products available in the market
• Evaluating a Site for Solar PV Potential
• Photovoltaic System Types
• System Components
• Solar Modules
• Array Mounting Racks
• Grounding Equipment
• Combiner Box
• Surge Protection
• Meters and Instrumentation
• Inverter
• Disconnects Battery Bank
• Charge Controller
• Putting the System Together
• The Project Team
• The NEC and PV Systems
• Safety During the Installation
• Special Considerations in Wiring PV Systems
• System Design Considerations
• System Considerations
• Design Resources
• Cost Considerations