Thanks to this 100% online Postgraduate certificate, you will be equipped with the necessary skills to overcome complex challenges in the Design of Photovoltaic Installations for Self-consumption" 

According to a recent report by the International Energy Agency, the global installed solar PV capacity for self-consumption reached 540 gigawatts during the past year. This growth is largely attributed to the decline in solar panel costs and favourable policies that promote the adoption of renewable energy at the household and industrial levels. Faced with this scenario, engineers need to have an exhaustive knowledge of the most sophisticated techniques to optimize photovoltaic systems for self-consumption.  

That’s why TECH presents a very complete Postgraduate certificate in Self-Consumption Photovoltaic Installation Design. Under a practical approach, the academic itinerary will delve into the characterization of demand profiles based on factors such as electrification or alternatives of profile modification. In this way, the graduates will design efficient and sustainable energy systems tailored to the specific needs of users. The syllabus will also include site location and layout selection processes, which will enable professionals to maximize energy output from the facility. The program will also provide students with the most innovative strategies to maximize the profitability of such PV systems.  

Thanks to the fact that this program is developed through a 100% online methodology, engineers will have the possibility of managing their own study time to expand their knowledge. In addition, TECH uses its disruptive method of Relearning, based on the repetition of key concepts of the syllabus. This will ensure that students enjoy progressive and natural learning. As such, they will not have to resort to expensive traditional techniques such as memorization. In this sense, the only thing that professionals will need is to have an electronic device with an Internet connection, in order to access the Virtual Campus and enjoy a high-intensity experience that will broaden their work horizons significantly.  

An educational program that has been designed based on the latest trends in Self-Consumption Photovoltaic Installation Design in order to guarantee you a successful learning" 

This Postgraduate certificate in Self-Consumption Photovoltaic Installation Design contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

• The development of case studies presented by experts in Photovoltaic 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 

Do you want to incorporate the most sophisticated strategies for Surplus Appraisal into your daily practice? Achieve it with this program in only 180 hours” 

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.   

You will delve into the optimal orientation of the solar field, which will allow you to maximize the energy performance of your photovoltaic systems"

You will reinforce your key knowledge through the innovative Relearning methodology for an effective assimilation of the subject" 

With this university program, engineers will master the physical and technological principles behind solar photovoltaic power generation. To this end, the syllabus will go in depth into aspects ranging from the characterization of demand profiles or site selection to the orientation of the solar field. Likewise, the syllabus will delve into the sizing of DC components, which will allow graduates to ensure that the components work within their optimum capacities. In addition, the teaching materials will highlight the importance of surplus management to maximize the use of locally generated energy.  

You will design self-consumption photovoltaic systems tailored to specific customer needs, considering aspects such as optimal panel placement and shade management"  

Module 1. Self-Consumption Photovoltaic Installation Design

1.1. Off-Grid and Self-Consumption Systems

1.1.1. Electricity Cost Structure. Fees
1.1.2. Climate Data
1.1.3. Restrictions: Urbanistic

1.2. Characterization of Demand Profiles

1.2.1. Electrification of Demand
1.2.2. Profile Modification Alternatives
1.2.3. Estimation of the Design Demand Profile

1.3. Site Selection and Layout

1.3.1. Restrictions: Exterior Surfaces, Slopes, Orientations, Accessibility
1.3.2. Surplus Management. Virtual or Real Battery, Diversion to Equipment.
1.3.3. Selection of the Installation Scheme

1.4. Solar Field Tilt and Orientation

1.4.1. Optimal Tilt of the Solar Field
1.4.2. Optimal Orientation of the Solar Field
1.4.3. Management of Multiple Tilt/Orientation

1.5. Dimensioning of Components in DC

1.5.1. Solar Field Sizing
1.5.2. Solar Tracker Sizing
1.5.3. Wiring and Protection Sizing

1.6. AC Component Sizing

1.6.1. Inverter Sizing
1.6.2. Other Elements: Monitoring, Control and Counters
1.6.3. Wiring and Protection Sizing

1.7. Energy Yield Estimation

1.7.1. Daily, Monthly and Annual Yield
1.7.2. Production Parameters: Self-Consumption, Surplus
1.7.3. Strategies for Sizing Optimization. Peak and Nominal Power Ratio

1.8. Coverage of Demand

1.8.1. Demand Classification: Fixed and Variable
1.8.2. Demand Management
1.8.3. Demand Coverage Ratios. Optimization

1.9. Surplus Management

1.9.1. Surplus Appraisal
1.9.2. Derivation of Surplus to Real or Virtual Storage
1.9.3. Derivation of Surplus to Regulated Loads

1.10. Design Examples of Self-Consumption Photovoltaic Installations

1.10.1. Design of Individual Self-Consumption Photovoltaic Installation, with Surplus and without Batteries
1.10.2. Design of Individual Self-Consumption Photovoltaic Installation, with Surplus and with Batteries
1.10.3. Design of a Collective Self-Consumption Photovoltaic Installation, without Surplus

This program will allow you to balance your studies with your professional work while increasing your knowledge in the Design of Photovoltaic Self-Consumption Installations. Enroll now!”