Photovoltaic (PV) and Energy Storage
for Engineers

By the end of this training course, the participants will be able to:

• Intelligently Discuss Photovoltaic (PV) and Energy Storage Systems (ESS) Applications
• Understand Photovoltaic (PV) and Energy Storage Systems (ESS) Markets
• Forecast Advances in Photovoltaic (PV) and Energy Storage Systems (ESS) Technology
• Explain Benefits of Different Photovoltaic (PV) and Energy Storage Systems (ESS) Applications
• Determine Correct Applications of coupling Photovoltaic (PV) and Energy Storage Systems (ESS)

The participants of this training course will receive thorough live, in-person classroom training on the subjects covered by the course outline with the instructor utilizing a variety of proven adult learning teaching and facilitation techniques. This will include presentations, live feedback and interactions, quizzes, and group discussion.

A successful organization will have employees that more efficiently spend their time performing tasks that are more relevant to the company’s goals after completing this course.

The organization will benefit from this training course through:

• Having colleagues collaborate using up-to-date Photovoltaic (PV) and Energy Storage Systems (ESS) information
• Being relevant by knowing the latest in this fast-growing market
• Providing customers with the best Photovoltaic (PV) and Energy Storage Systems (ESS) information
• Prevent costly losses by choosing the correct equipment for the right Photovoltaic (PV) and Energy Storage Systems (ESS) application
• Having employees collaborate using correct Photovoltaic (PV) and Energy Storage Systems (ESS) terminology
• Addressing Photovoltaic (PV) and Energy Storage Systems (ESS) technology in a relevant matter

Upon completion of this ETC training course, the participants will:

• Gain valuable skills
• Gain confidence when working with Photovoltaic (PV) and Energy Storage Systems (ESS)
• Explain how Photovoltaic (PV) and Energy Storage Systems (ESS) can be connected to the grid
• Better understand interactions between Photovoltaic (PV), Energy Storage Systems (ESS) and the grid
• Determine the flow of energy throughout a Photovoltaic (PV) system coupled with an Energy Storage Systems (ESS) and the grid

This training course is designed for energy professionals, engineers or those with a background in aspects of designing PV and energy storage systems. Many power professionals can benefit from quickly adding solar and storage to their repertoire of skills.

This training course is suitable for a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

• Energy and Power Professionals
• Electricians and Utility Engineers in the Electric and Power Plant Company
• Mechanical Engineers and Electrical Engineers in the Energy and Power Industry

DAY ONE: MARKETS AND APPLICATIONS

• Common types of Photovoltaic (PV) System Applications
• Key contributions to the development of technology
• Grid-connected Photovoltaic (PV)
• Grid-connected Photovoltaic (PV) with Batteries
• Stand-alone Systems
• Microgrids with Photovoltaic (PV)

DAY TWO: PHOTOVOLTAIC (PV) ELECTRICITY BASICS AND SAFETY BASICS

• Solar Power vs. Solar Energy
• Multimeters: Measuring Photovoltaic (PV) Voltage, Current, and Resistance
• Maximum power point tracking and IV (current/voltage) curves
• Generation, Transmission, and Distribution
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Fall Protection
• Shock Prevention

DAY THREE: SOLAR ENERGY FUNDAMENTALS AND PHOTOVOLTAIC (PV) MODULE FUNDAMENTALS

• Irradiance, Irradiation, Insolation, Peak Sun Hours and AC Energy
• Sun paths, Solar Time, and Latitudes
• Shading and Inter-row Spacing
• Global, Diffuse, Direct, Albedo Solar Radiation, Pyranometers, and Pyrheliometers
• Photovoltaic (PV) Cells, Modules, Panels, and Arrays
• Silicon and Thin Film Technologies

DAY FOUR: SYSTEM COMPONENTS AND PHOTOVOLTAIC (PV) SYSTEM SIZING

• Inverters, Islanding, and Anti-islanding
• Optimizers (DC-to-DC converters)
• Balance of Systems
• String Sizing (Temperature Voltage Calculations)
• Calculating Annual Energy Production
• Sizing Grid-connected and Battery Photovoltaic (PV) systems

DAY FIVE: ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL DESIGN, AND OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE

• Photovoltaic (PV) System Single and Three-line Diagrams
• Photovoltaic (PV) to Inverter Ratios, Clipping, and Batteries
• Racking Systems without and with Tracking
• Piles, Earth Screws, Ballasts and Roofing Attachments
• Cleaning Photovoltaic (PV) Systems in Different Climates
• Operations & Maintenance Best Practices including IV Curve Tracing and Monitoring