Thanks to this 100% online Professional master’s degree, you will develop the most effective preventive maintenance plans to guarantee the continuous and efficient operation of photovoltaic systems" 

Photovoltaics has become an essential solution for decarbonizing the energy sector and mitigating climate change. Advances in solar cell efficiency, cost reduction and increasing energy storage capacity are driving unprecedented adoption of PV technology. In this context, engineering professionals must keep abreast of the current state of the art in the PV field. Only in this way will they be able to overcome the challenges of grid integration and incorporate the most cutting-edge strategies for its implementation into their practice.  

In this scenario, TECH launches a pioneering and very complete Professional master’s degree in Photovoltaic Solar Energy. Designed by experts in this field, the academic itinerary will cover issues ranging from the location of photovoltaic installations or administrative aspects to the maintenance of photovoltaic plants. During the course of the program, graduates will acquire advanced skills to effectively handle the most sophisticated design, simulation and sizing software. At the same time, the syllabus will analyze the most innovative strategies to optimize sizing.  

In order to consolidate the mastery of all these contents, the university program applies the innovative Relearning system. TECH is a pioneer in the use of this teaching model, which promotes the assimilation of complex concepts through their natural and progressive reiteration. Also, the academic itinerary is nourished by materials in various formats such as explanatory videos and infographics. All this in a convenient 100% online modality that allows students to adjust their schedules according to their responsibilities and availability. In this sense, the only thing experts will need is an electronic device with an Internet connection to access the Virtual Campus. In this way, they will be able to enjoy the most complete and up-to-date teaching materials on the educational market. 

The Virtual Campus will be available to you 24 hours a day, so that you can access it at the time that suits you best"

This Professional master’s degree in Photovoltaic Solar Energy contains the most complete and up-to-date program on the market. The most important features include: 

• The development of case studies presented by experts in Photovoltaic Solar Energy
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

You will delve into the Calculation of Radiation on Tilted Surfaces, which will allow you to maximize the harvesting of solar energy" 

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the field who contribute their work experience to this educational program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to prepare for real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the course. For this purpose, the students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

Looking to incorporate into your practice the most sophisticated strategies to maximize the performance of photovoltaic systems? Achieve it with this program in just 12 months"

Thanks to the Relearning method, you will be able to consolidate the key concepts offered by this university course"

By completing this university program, engineers will have a solid understanding of the fundamentals of solar energy and photovoltaic technology. Consisting of 10 specialized modules, the program will analyze factors ranging from the site location of photovoltaic installations or economic aspects to design software. It will also provide graduates with the most innovative sizing optimization strategies. In line with this, students will develop advanced skills to diagnose and repair failures in various photovoltaic systems, ensuring their efficient operation at all times. 

You will design efficient and sustainable photovoltaic systems for a wide range of applications” 

Module 1. Photovoltaic Installations

1.1. Photovoltaic Technology

1.1.1. International Evolution of Installed Power
1.1.2. Cost Evolution
1.1.3. Potential Markets

1.2. Photovoltaic Installations

1.2.1. According to their Access to the Grid
1.2.2. According to Network Integration Requirements
1.2.3. According to their Storage Capacity
1.2.4. Within Energy Communities

1.3. Photovoltaic Plants

1.3.1. Low Voltage and High-Voltage Photovoltaic Plants
1.3.2. Photovoltaic Plants according to the Type of Inverters
1.3.3. Other uses of Photovoltaic Plants: Agrivoltaics

1.4. Photovoltaic Plants for Self-Consumption

1.4.1. Individual Installations Without Storage
1.4.2. Collective Installations Without Storage
1.4.3. Installations with Storage

1.5. Photovoltaic Installations in Off-Grid Buildings: Components

1.5.1. Direct Current Installations
1.5.2. Alternating Current Installations
1.5.3. Installations in Off-Grid Communities

1.6. Photovoltaic Water Pumping Systems

1.6.1. Direct Current Installations
1.6.2. Alternating Current Installations
1.6.3. Storage Alternatives

1.7. Photovoltaic Hybridization with other Renewable Technologies

1.7.1. Photovoltaic and Wind Installations
1.7.2. Photovoltaic and Thermosolar Installations
1.7.3. Other Hybridizations: Biomass, Tidal Energy

1.8. Photovoltaic Hybridization with other Conventional Technologies

1.8.1. Photovoltaic Installations and Generating Sets
1.8.2. Photovoltaic Installations and Cogeneration
1.8.3. Other Hybridizations

1.9. Architectural Integration of Photovoltaic Installations. BIPV and BAPV

1.9.1. Advantages and Disadvantages of Integration
1.9.2. Integration into the Building Envelope. Roofs, Facades
1.9.3. Integration in Windows

1.10. Technological Innovation

1.10.1. Innovation as a Value
1.10.2. Current Trends in Photovoltaic Technology
1.10.3. Current Trends in Other Complementary Technologies

Module 2. Direct Current Photovoltaic Installations

2.1. Solar Cell Technologies

2.1.1. Solar Technologies
2.1.2. Evolution by Technology
2.1.3. Comparative Analysis of the main Commercial Technologies

2.2. Photovoltaic Modules

2.2.1. Electrical Technical Parameters
2.2.2. Other Technical Parameters
2.2.3. Technical Regulatory Framework

2.3. Photovoltaic Module Selection Criteria

2.3.1. Technical Criteria
2.3.2. Economic Criteria
2.3.3. Other  Criteria

2.4. Optimizers and Regulators

2.4.1. Optimizers
2.4.2. Regulators
2.4.3. Advantages and Disadvantages

2.5. Battery Technologies

2.5.1. Types of Cells
2.5.2. Evolution by Technology
2.5.3. Comparative Analysis of the main Commercial Technologies

2.6. Technical Parameters of Batteries

2.6.1. Technical Parameters of Lead-Acid Batteries
2.6.2. Technical Parameters of Lithium Batteries
2.6.3. Durability, Degradation and Efficiency

2.7. Batteries Selection Criteria

2.7.1. Technical Criteria
2.7.2. Economic Criteria
2.7.3. Other Criteria

2.8. Direct Current Electrical Protections

2.8.1. Protection Against Direct and Indirect Contacts
2.8.2. Protection Against Overvoltage
2.8.3. Other Protections

2.8.3.1. Grounding, Insulation, Overload and Short-Circuit Systems

2.9. Direct Current Wiring

2.9.1. Type of Wiring
2.9.2. Wiring Selection Criteria
2.9.3. Dimensioning of Wiring, Conduits, Cable Ducts, Cable Boxes

2.10. Fixed and Solar Tracking Structures

2.10.1. Types of Structures with Solar Tracking. Materials
2.10.2. Types of Structures with Solar Tracking. One or Two Axes
2.10.3. Advantages and Disadvantages of the Type of Solar Tracking

Module 3. Alternating Current Photovoltaic Installations

3.1. Inverter Technology

3.1.1. The Inverter Technology
3.1.2. Evolution by Technology
3.1.3. Comparative Analysis of the main Commercial Technologies

3.2. Technical Parameters of the Inverters

3.2.1. Electrical Technical Parameters
3.2.2. Other Technical Parameters
3.2.3. International Normative Framework

3.3. Inverters Selection Criteria

3.3.1. Technical Criteria
3.3.2. Economic Criteria
3.3.3. Other  Criteria

3.4. Transformer Technology

3.4.1. Classification of Transformer Technologies
3.4.2. Evolution by Technology
3.4.3. Comparative Analysis of the main Commercial Technologies

3.5. Technical Parameters of Transformers

3.5.1. Electrical Technical Parameters
3.5.2. High-Voltage Switchgear: Switches, Disconnectors and Self-Operated Valves
3.5.3. International Normative Framework

3.6. Transformers Selection Criteria

3.6.1. Technical Criteria
3.6.2. Economic Criteria
3.6.3. Other  Criteria

3.7. Alternating Current (AC) Electrical Protections

3.7.1. Protection Against Indirect Contacts
3.7.2. Protection Against Overvoltage
3.7.3. Other Protections: Grounding, Overload and Short-Circuit Systems

3.8. Alternating Current and Low Voltage Wiring

3.8.1. Type of Wiring
3.8.2. Wiring Selection Criteria
3.8.3. Wire Sizing. Conduits, Manholes

3.9. High-Voltage Wiring

3.9.1. Type of Wiring, Poles
3.9.2. Wiring Selection Criteria, Layouts, Poles, Declaration of Public Utility
3.9.3. Wire Sizing

3.10. Civil Works

3.10.1. Civil Works
3.10.2. Accesses, Rainwater Outlets Drainage, Enclosures, etc.
3.10.3. Electrical Evacuation Networks. Transport Capacity

Module 4. Location of Photovoltaic Installations

4.1. Solar Radiation

4.1.1. Quantities and Units
4.1.2. Interaction with the Atmosphere
4.1.3. Radiation Components

4.2. Sun’s Trajectories

4.2.1. Sun’s Movement. Solar Time
4.2.2. Parameters that Determine the Sun's Position
4.2.3. Incidence of Sun's Movement on the Shade

4.3. Terrestrial and Satellite Databases

4.3.1. Terrestrial Databases
4.3.2. Satellite Databases
4.3.3. Advantages and Disadvantages

4.4. Radiation Calculation on Tilted Surfaces

4.4.1. Methodology
4.4.2. Global Radiation Calculation Exercise I. Effect of Latitude and Tilt on Photovoltaic Systems
4.4.3. Global Radiation Calculation Exercise II. Self-Calibration Systems

4.5. Other Environmental Factors

4.5.1. Influence of Temperature
4.5.2. Influence of Wind
4.5.3. Influence of Other Factors: Humidity, Condensation, Dust, Altitude.

4.6. Influence of Soiling on the Photovoltaic Solar Field

4.6.1. Types of Soiling
4.6.2. Losses due to Soiling
4.6.3. Strategies and Methods to Avoid Losses due to Soiling

4.7. Influence of Shading on the Photovoltaic Solar Field

4.7.1. Shading Types
4.7.2. Losses due to Shading
4.7.3. Strategies and Methods to Avoid Losses Due to Shade

4.8. Influence of Other Factors: Theft, Lightning

4.8.1. Lightning Risk: Overvoltages
4.8.2. Total or Partial Risk of Theft: Module, Wiring
4.8.3. Prevention Measures

4.9. Site Location Selection Criteria for Photovoltaic Plants

4.9.1. Technical Criteria
4.9.2. Environmental Criteria
4.9.3. Other Criteria: Administrative and Financial

4.10. Site Location Selection Criteria for Self-Consumption and Off-Grid Systems

4.10.1. Technical and Architectural Integration Criteria
4.10.2. Photovoltaic Generator Tilt(s) and Orientation(s)
4.10.3. Other Criteria: Accessibility, Safety, Shading, Soiling

Module 5. Economic, Administrative and Environmental Aspects of Photovoltaic Plants

5.1. Economic Analysis of Photovoltaic Plants

5.1.1. Economic Analysis of Investments
5.1.2. Economic Analysis of Operation and Maintenance
5.1.3. Economic Analysis of Financing

5.2. Project Cost Structures

5.2.1. Investment Costs
5.2.2. Replacement Costs
5.2.3. Operation and Maintenance Costs

5.3. Economic Feasibility Indicators

5.3.1. Technical Indicators. Performance Ratio
5.3.2. Economic Indicators
5.3.3. Estimation of Indicators

5.4. Project Income

5.4.1. Project Income
5.4.2. Financial Savings
5.4.3. Residual Value

5.5. Tax Aspects of the Project

5.5.1. Taxation of Electricity Generation
5.5.2. Taxation of Profits
5.5.3. Tax Deductions for Renewable Investments

5.6. Project Risks and Insurance

5.6.1. General Insurance: Investment, Equipment, Production
5.6.2. Guarantees and Security Deposits
5.6.3. Equipment and Production Guarantees in Contracts

5.7. Administrative Procedures (I):  Public Administration

5.7.1. Guarantees and Land Contracts
5.7.2. Technical Report and/or Project
5.7.3. Prior Technical and Environmental Authorizations

5.8. Administrative Procedures (II): Electricity Companies

5.8.1. Prior Access and Connection Authorizations
5.8.2. Start-up Authorizations
5.8.3. Reviews and Inspections

5.9. Access and Connection to Electrical Grids

5.9.1. Photovoltaic Plants
5.9.2. Self-Consumption Installations
5.9.3. Processing

5.10. Environmental Procedures

5.10.1. International Environmental Law
5.10.2. Protection of Birdlife in Electrical Power Grids
5.10.3. Environmental Assessment and Corrective Measures

Module 6. Large Photovoltaic Plant Design

6.1. Climate and Topographic Data, Power, Other Data

6.1.1. Peak and/or Nominal Power
6.1.2. Climate and Topographic Data
6.1.3. Other Data: Required Floor Area, Access and Connection Network, Easements

6.2. Selection of the Photovoltaic Plant Layout

6.2.1. Analysis of Solar Tracking Systems
6.2.2. Topology of Inverters: Central or String
6.2.3. Alternative Uses: Agrivoltaics

6.3. Dimensioning of Components in DC

6.3.1. Solar Field Sizing
6.3.2. Solar Tracker Sizing
6.3.3. Wiring and Protection Sizing

6.4. AC/HV Component Sizing

6.4.1. Inverter Sizing
6.4.2. Other Elements: Monitoring, Control and Counters
6.4.3. Wiring and Protection Sizing

6.5. AC/HV Component Sizing

6.5.1. Transformers Sizing
6.5.2. Other Elements: Monitoring, Control and Counters
6.5.3. High-Voltage Wiring and Protection Sizing

6.6. Energy Yield Estimation

6.6.1. Daily, Monthly and Annual Yield
6.6.2. Production Parameters: Performance Ratio
6.6.3. Strategies for Sizing Optimization. Peak and Nominal Power Ratio

6.7. Monitoring of Variables

6.7.1. Identification of Variables to be Monitored
6.7.2. Strategies for Alarm Issuance
6.7.3. Alternative Monitoring and Alarms for the Photovoltaic Plant

6.8. Grid Integration

6.8.1. Electrical Quality
6.8.2. Grid Codes
6.8.3. Control Centers

6.9. Safety and Health of Photovoltaic Plants

6.9.1. Risk Analysis
6.9.2. Prevention Measures
6.9.3. Protection Measures

6.10. Examples of Photovoltaic Plant Design

6.10.1. Plant Design with Central and Fixed Inverter
6.10.2. Plant Design with Single-Phase Photovoltaic Module, with Inverter by String and Single-Axis Tracker
6.10.3. Plant Design with Bifacial Photovoltaic Module, with Inverter by String and Single-Axis Tracker

Module 7. Self-Consumption Photovoltaic Installation Design

7.1. Off-Grid and Self-Consumption Systems

7.1.1. Electricity Cost Structure. Fees
7.1.2. Climate Data
7.1.3. Restrictions: Urbanistic

7.2. Characterization of Demand Profiles

7.2.1. Electrification of Demand
7.2.2. Profile Modification Alternatives
7.2.3. Estimation of the Design Demand Profile

7.3. Site Selection and Layout

7.3.1. Restrictions: Exterior Surfaces, Slopes, Orientations, Accessibility
7.3.2. Surplus Management. Virtual or Real Battery, Diversion to Equipment.
7.3.3. Selection of the Installation Scheme

7.4. Solar Field Tilt and Orientation

7.4.1. Optimal Tilt of the Solar Field
7.4.2. Optimal Orientation of the Solar Field
7.4.3. Management of Multiple Tilt/Orientation

7.5. Dimensioning of Components in DC

7.5.1. Solar Field Sizing
7.5.2. Solar Tracker Sizing
7.5.3. Wiring and Protection Sizing

7.6. AC Component Sizing

7.6.1. Inverter Sizing
7.6.2. Other Elements: Monitoring, Control and Counters
7.6.3. Wiring and Protection Sizing

7.7. Energy Yield Estimation

7.7.1. Daily, Monthly and Annual Yield
7.7.2. Production Parameters: Self-Consumption, Surplus
7.7.3. Strategies for Sizing Optimization. Peak and Nominal Power Ratio

7.8. Coverage of Demand

7.8.1. Demand Classification: Fixed and Variable
7.8.2. Demand Management
7.8.3. Demand Coverage Ratios. Optimization

7.9. Surplus Management

7.9.1. Surplus Appraisal
7.9.2. Derivation of Surplus to Real or Virtual Storage
7.9.3. Derivation of Surplus to Regulated Loads

7.10. Design Examples of Self-Consumption Photovoltaic Installations

7.10.1. Design of Individual Self-Consumption Photovoltaic Installation, with Surplus and without Batteries
7.10.2. Design of Individual Self-Consumption Photovoltaic Installation, with Surplus and with Batteries
7.10.3. Design of a Collective Self-Consumption Photovoltaic Installation, without Surplus

Module 8. Off-Grid Photovoltaic Installation Design

8.1. Context and Applications of On-Grid Photovoltaic Installations

8.1.1. Energy Supply Alternatives
8.1.2. Social Aspects
8.1.3. Applications

8.2. Characterization of the Demand of On-Grid Photovoltaic Installations

8.2.1. Demand Profiles
8.2.2. Service Quality Requirements
8.2.3. Continuity of Supply

8.3. Settings and Layout of Off-Grid Photovoltaic Installations

8.3.1. Location
8.3.2. Settings
8.3.3. Detailed Schemes

8.4. Component Functionalities of Off-Grid Photovoltaic Installations

8.4.1. Generation, Storage, Control
8.4.2. Conversion, Monitoring
8.4.3. Management and Consumption

8.5. Component Sizing of Off-Grid Photovoltaic Installations

8.5.1. Solar Generator-Accumulator-Inverter Sizing
8.5.2. Battery Sizing
8.5.3. Sizing of Other Components

8.6. Energy Yield Estimation

8.6.1. Solar Generator Production
8.6.2. Storage
8.6.3. End-Use Production

8.7. Coverage of Demand

8.7.1. Solar Photovoltaic Coverage
8.7.2. Auxiliary Generator Coverage
8.7.3. Energy Losses

8.8. Demand Management

8.8.1. Demand Characterization
8.8.2. Demand Modification. Variable Loads
8.8.3. Demand Substitution

8.9. Particularization for DC and AC Pumping Installations

8.9.1. Storage Alternatives
8.9.2. Coupling of Motor- Pump- hotovoltaic Generator Group
8.9.3. Water Pumping Market

8.10. Design Examples Stand-Alone Photovoltaic Installations

8.10.1. Photovoltaic Installation Design for an Individual Off-Grid House
8.10.2. Photovoltaic Installation Design for Community Off-Grid Houses
8.10.3. Photovoltaic Installation Design and Generator Set for an Individual Off-Grid House

Module 9. Design, Simulation and Sizing Software

9.1. Photovoltaic Installation Design and Simulation Software on the Market

9.1.1. Design and Simulation Software
9.1.2. Required, Relevant Data
9.1.3. Advantages and Disadvantages

9.2. Practical Application of the PVGIS Software

9.2.1. Objectives. Data Screens
9.2.2. Product and Climate Database
9.2.3. Practical Applications

9.3. Software PVSYST

9.3.1. Alternatives
9.3.2. Product Database
9.3.3. Climate Database

9.4. PVSYST Program Data

9.4.1. Inclusion of New Products
9.4.2. Inclusion of Climate Databases
9.4.3. Project Simulation

9.5. PVSYST Program Management

9.5.1. Alternative Selection
9.5.2. Shading Analysis
9.5.3. Result Screens

9.6. Practical Application of the PVSYST : Photovoltaic Plant

9.6.1. Application for Photovoltaic Plant
9.6.2. Solar Generator Optimization
9.6.3. Optimization of Other Components

9.7. Example of Application with PVSYST

9.7.1. Example of Application for a Photovoltaic Plant
9.7.2. Example of Application for Self-Consumption Photovoltaic Installation
9.7.3. Example of Application for a Stand-Alone Photovoltaic Installation

9.8. SAM (System Advisor Model) Program

9.8.1. Objective Data Screens
9.8.2. Product and Climate Database
9.8.3. Result Screens

9.9. Practical Application of the SAM

9.9.1. Application for Photovoltaic Plant
9.9.2. Application for Self-Consumption Photovoltaic Installation
9.9.3. Application for Stand-Alone Photovoltaic Installation

9.10. Example of Application with SAM

9.10.1. Example of Application for a Photovoltaic Plant
9.10.2. Example of Application for Self-Consumption Photovoltaic Installation
9.10.3. Example of Application for a Stand-Alone Photovoltaic Installation

Module 10. Assembly, Operation and Maintenance of Photovoltaic Plants

10.1. Assembly of Photovoltaic Plants

10.1.1. Health and Safety
10.1.2. Selection of Equipment on the Market
10.1.3. Incident Management

10.2. Commissioning of Photovoltaic Plants. Technical Aspects

10.2.1. Commissioning Operations
10.2.2. Grid Codes. Control Center
10.2.3. Incident Management. Thermography, Electroluminescence, Certifications

10.3. Commissioning of Self-Consumption Installations. Technical Aspects

10.3.1. Commissioning Operations
10.3.2. Monitoring
10.3.3. Incident Management. Thermography, Electroluminescence, Certifications

10.4. Commissioning of Off-Grid Installations. Technical Aspects

10.4.1. Commissioning Operations
10.4.2. Monitoring
10.4.3. Incident Management

10.5. Operation and Maintenance Strategies for Photovoltaic Plants

10.5.1. Operation Strategies
10.5.2. Maintenance Strategies. Fault Detection
10.5.3. Internal and External Incident Management

10.6. Operation and Maintenance Strategies for Self-Consumption Installations without Batteries.

10.6.1. Operation Strategies. Surplus Management
10.6.2. Maintenance Strategies. Fault Detection
10.6.3. Internal and External Incident Management

10.7. Operation and Maintenance Strategies for Self-Consumption Installations with Batteries.

10.7.1. Operation Strategies. Surplus Management
10.7.2. Maintenance Strategies. Fault Detection
10.7.3. Internal and External Incident Management

10.8. Operation and Maintenance Strategies for Stand-Alone Installations

10.8.1. Operation Strategies
10.8.2. Maintenance Strategies. Fault Detection
10.8.3. Internal and External Incident Management

10.9. Health and Safety during Assembly, Operation and Maintenance

10.9.1. Working at Heights. Roofs, Electric Poles
10.9.2. High Voltage Works
10.9.3. Other Works

10.10. As Built-Project Documentation

10.10.1. Commissioning Documents
10.10.2. Final Certifications
10.10.3. Modifications and As-Built Project

You will achieve your professional goals thanks to this unique qualification, which provides you with the latest knowledge in Photovoltaic Solar Energy. Enroll now and experience a quality leap in your career!”