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Course Description
Explore different facets of solar power technology and learn about the planning, design and development of solar energy projects. Gain an understanding of mechanical and technical aspects of solar power generation, include the emerging technologies in the area, and discuss the economical requirements of solar energy projects.

Who Should Take This Course?
Aimed at industry executives, environmental professionals, project managers, power producers and regulators, those working in government agencies, utility companies, and energy agencies, as well as developers and investors interested in expanding their career or business with renewable energy.

Learner Outcomes

By the end of this course, students should be able to:

  • Describe how solar energy is captured, converted, and best utilized through different solar power systems.
  • Understand the basic economic principles for installing, maintaining, and decommissioning a solar project.
  • Describe the efficiency rise, price reduction, and growth trajectory that solar projects have experienced worldwide. Explain the basic mechanics of different solar power systems (CSP, PV power stations, floating solar farms, rooftop installations, etc.).
  • Walk through the steps required to build a solar project (i.e. how to assess solar potential, choose the right system, acquire land, acquire permits, and assess economic feasibility).

Notes

IMPORTANT COURSE DETAILS

  • This course delivery format is bichronous. 100% of course content is delivered online. Students engage in both asynchronous learning, coupled with scheduled synchronous sessions throughout the course. The asynchronous dates course cover course work/assessments in between synchronous sessions and post-course assessments. To view the schedule of the synchronous sessions, click the "view details" link under Schedule and Location on the course section.
  • This course is credentialed by the Foundational Technologies Institute (FTI), an independent organization, to meet standards of quality, practicality, and alignment to business needs.

Recommendations
Students intending to complete a program are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to lock in their course requirements.

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Section Title
Solar Energy Development
Language of Delivery
English
Type
Online - Synchronous
Days
F, Sa, Su
Time
8:30AM to 10:00AM
Dates
Jan 17, 2025 to Jan 26, 2025
Type
Online - Asynchronous
Dates
Jan 17, 2025 to Jan 31, 2025
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
9.0
Delivery Options
Online - Bichronous  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $995.00
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