PV Modelling Simulation and Analysis

An Interactive 5 - Day Training Course

PV Modelling Simulation and Analysis

Skills and Tools to Enhance Solar Photovoltaic Device and System Performance

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26 - 30 Aug 2024
London
$5,950
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23 - 27 Dec 2024
London
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The ever-increasing pressure for governments, corporations, and the communities at-large to meet the target of Zero Net Emissions by 2050 requires the urgent need to decarbonize the electricity generation. Given that the time to 2050 from today is about 25 years and the cycle of new technology to move from the research laboratory to the market and becomes scalable is also about 25 years, if not more, the importance and significance of solar photovoltaic technologies for electricity generation to meet the previously mentioned target are unquestionable. From the near low importance system level contribution of solar PV of 5-10kW size, we have now moved to Megawatts and Gigawatts scale of solar PV systems integrated with electricity grids. However, for both small roof top type systems to utility giga scale ones, their performance depends upon understanding the operation of the complex photovoltaic devices and the way they are used to build large scale systems.

Analysis, modeling and simulation of both solar photovoltaic devices and systems are the most crucial skills required for an optimized design, construction, operation, and maintenance of the systems to ensure maximum energy yield hence income, and highest performance hence maximum life system expectancy.

This PV Modelling Simulation and Analysis training course provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and tools to ensure that participants gain not just the understanding of solar PV technologies but also master them.

This Energy Training Centre training course will highlight:

  • The circuit level model of a solar PV cell, module, array, and its performance that varies according to a number of parameters including temperature that is a crucial parameter to the system design.
  • The importance of understanding the series connection of solar PV cells, modules, panels, and arrays is affected by just a single component and hence design optimization is crucial.
  • The design philosophy of a given system based on the location and local weather conditions that affect not just the performance but also the maintenance and the operation of the system itself.
  • The difference in the modelling thinking between assessing available solar resources and system component selection, and architecture that ultimately would affect reliability.
  • The significance of energy yield predicted by simulation and software and its comparison with the actual system output that reveals vital information regarding the state of health of system components and the required actions linked to predicted maintenance.

By the end of this PV Modelling Simulation and Analysis training course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the solar photovoltaic device and its physics theory to generate electricity from the sun.
  • Discuss critically the advantages and drawbacks of various photovoltaic silicon and non-silicon-based devices.
  • Select for a given location solar PV panels from the market where the overwhelming data and specifications of such panels would require a multiple criteria-based decision-making process.
  • Evaluate for the selected solar PV panels the performance of a system designed based on a specific architecture.
  • Utilize forecasting methods to continually assess the energy yield of the system in order to develop energy market trading procedures.

Participants to this PV Modelling Simulation and Analysis training course will receive a thorough training on the subjects covered by the seminar outline with the Tutor utilising a variety of proven adult learning, teaching, and facilitation techniques. Training course methodology includes the use of digital media, sourcing actual materials regarding specifications and performance of devices and systems available in the market. Use of actual manufacturer information to deliver for a selected location a complete system design where delegates have to decide all the key parameters. Delegates would be able to support with evidence and fully justify their decision against criteria such as cost and in particular life cycle cost.

A leading world class organization has access to talent that is continually seeking knowledge and such talent is ready to update their skills as expected. The renewable energy sector is poised to continue to grow in the decades ahead. Such leading world class organization will enhance the skills and knowledge of its employees who spend their time performing tasks that are more relevant to the company’s goals after completing this training course.

The organization will benefit from this PV Modelling Simulation and Analysis training course through:

  • Having talented employees who have been exposed to the latest technology developments would result in optimum solar PV system design when it comes to performance, energy yield, and revenue.
  • Understanding the complexity of the behavior of the devices and systems and developing state of the art solutions would deliver lower turnaround time of the project delivery.
  • Improving and justifying technology selections for a given project that would reduce the investment risk and increase the return on investment.
  • Getting employees with the most advanced skills and tools naturally propels the organization continually ahead maintaining its leading status.

Upon completion of this training course, the participants will be able to:

  • Access knowledge of the latest technologies in solar PV system design through detailed modeling, analysis, and simulation.
  • Assess risk and fine tune skills to perform energy yield calculations something so crucial for the investment and successful operation of the project.
  • Gain confidence on selecting the most appropriate components and system design through real market product selection.
  • Design a realistic system requiring real world data and face actual realities for the challenges involved with the manipulation of data from different sources.
  • Evaluate different scenarios for system design and the performance enhancements to be gained through more accurate modeling of devices and systems.

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

This PV Modelling Simulation and Analysis training course is suitable for a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Engineering and technical professionals working in the power and energy sector
  • Utility engineers and relevant utility department directors who are in charge with assessing solar photovoltaic projects and issue licensing to connect
  • Professionals in charge to perform due diligence for a solar PV project and about to write power purchasing agreements and the energy yield is crucial
  • Design engineers involved in solar PV deployment for utility scale and household alike

Day One: Solar PV Device Modelling 

  • Development of solar PV devices
  • Understanding physics of solar PV devices
  • Silicon, thin film, and other types of photovoltaic devices
  • Modeling of solar PV performance
  • Cell degradation mechanisms of Si
  • Module degradation mechanism of Si
  • Degradation of thin film photovoltaics 
  • Assessment of solar PV technologies 

Day Two: Solar PV System Modelling 

  • Module characteristics
  • Panel characteristics
  • Array characteristics
  • Inverters and DC-DC converters
  • Maximum power point tracking
  • Batteries and other energy storage technologies
  • Solar farm support through energy storage
  • System modeling and decision making 

Day Three: Solar Resource Assessment and System Component Selection

  • Online solar data sources
  • Appreciating data and frequency availability issues
  • Resource availability and location
  • Understanding the impact of weather data
  • Modeling of daily and seasonal solar irradiance variability
  • Forecasting solar availability
  • Market based multi-criteria decision-making
  • Selection of system components

Day Four: Solar PV System Design 

  • System specifications and requirements
  • Evaluation of selected system components
  • System integration prior to grid interconnection
  • Energy storage and solar PV performance
  • Evaluation of alternative system architectures
  • Solar farm location layout impact 

Day Five: Performance and Energy Yield of Solar PV Systems 

  • Temperature impact on performance
  • Sun tracing impact
  • Selection of MPPT algorithms
  • DC-yield estimation
  • DC to AC conversion
  • Energy yield referred to AC side

We offer two main training formats to cater to different preferences and needs: 

  • Classroom Training Delivery – Our traditional classroom-based training courses provide a face-to-face learning experience with subject matter experts. You’ll benefit form in-person interactions, hands-on exercises, and a structured classroom environment.
  • Online Training Delivery – We also offer convenient live/online training courses that you can access from anywhere with a stable internet connection. These courses provided flexibility and allow you to learn anywhere, making them suitable for busy schedules or remote learning.

The Energy Training Centre Certificate of Completion with corresponding learning hours who has successfully completed the training course.

Yes, we provide assistance by issuing a Letter of Invitation stating that you are confirmed to attend our training.

We value transparency and are happy to provide our instructor’s profiles upon request. If you would like to learn more about our instructor’s’ qualifications, expertise, and experiences, please email us at info@energytraining.ae.

Yes, we do. We provide tailored training courses designed to meet the specific requirement of larger group of individuals. These customized training courses can be conducted both classroom and online formats, allowing you the flexibility to choose you preferred dates and duration.

Please contact us at inhouse@energytraining.ae to discuss your group’s training needs, and we’ll work with you to create a personalized training course that aligns with your objectives.

We have multiple international training venues. You may find this through our website link: https://energytraining.ae/training-locations 

Our training courses are held at our partnered hotels within the city included within our training

Yes, here are the following options we can offer to assist you:

  • Corporate Discount – We can extend our corporate discount to participants staying at the same hotel, if we have any. Please enquire about the availability of this discount when you register for the training course.
  • Nearby Hotel Suggestions – If you prefer other accommodations, we can provide a list of nearby hotels to suit your needs and budget.

Feel free to go through hotel booking platforms on the internet to find the most cost-effective for you.

No, we do not provide job placement services after the training course. However, we are confident that our training course equips you with the necessary tools and knowledge to enhance you career prospects and promote career growth. Our training course are designed to empower you with valuable skills and expertise to excel in your chosen field.

Classroom
  • Tuition fee for a 5-day training course
  • Provision of a world-class subject matter expert to deliver this training
  • Meeting at a hotel venue corresponding to your chosen session
  • Welcome food and drinks, AM / PM snack, and Lunch
  • Digital course materials (e-Tablet)
  • Course completion certificates
  • Designing and administration of Pre-& Post Course Assessments
  • Preparation of participant’s Performance and Appraisal Report, if required
  • Issuance of Letter of Invitation for delegates needed visa processing, if required
Online
  • Tuition fee for a 5-day online training course
  • Provision of a world-class subject matter expert to deliver this training through live/virtual delivery
  • An electronic copy of the training manual and relevant hand-outs
  • Issuance of The Energy Training Centre e-Certificate of Completion
  • Administration of Pre-& Post Workshop Assessments
  • Link access of online platform acceptable to both parties

Certainly, we do provide corporate rates tailored for organizations seeking to enrol multiple employees in our training programs. To facilitate this, we encourage you to make a formal request via email addressed to info@energytraining.ae. We’ll be delighted to discuss and offer a suitable arrangement for your corporate needs.

Yes, special discounts are available upon request if you have more than one registrant for a course. For further information please email us at info@energytraining.ae

We offer two convenient payment options:

  • Bank Transfer – You can make payment via bank transfer. Once your registration is confirmed, you will receive an invoice with the banking details for the transfer. We would require you to supply a swift copy for us to confirm receipt of funds.
  • Payment Link – Alternatively, we provide a secure payment link that you can use to complete your payment after your registration has been confirmed.

Upon receipt of your registration details sent via email at reg@energytraining.ae, we will send you the following by e-mail within 24-48 hours of registration.

  • Joining Instructions
  • Invoice/receipt (where appropriate)

 If you register online, you will receive an e-mail on the same day confirming your registration.

There are two convenient options to register for a training course:

  • Online Registration Form – Register for your desired training course by completing the online registration form available on our website. Simple click on the registration button or select your preferred dates and provide the requested information.
  • Email Registration – You can email us your intention to register at info@energytraining.ae. Our team will guide you through the registration process and provide assistance you may need.

Yes, we do allow registration transfers in the event that you are unable to attend the training course. To initiate a transfer, please send us an official email requesting the change. We’ll guide you through the transfer process and ensure a smooth transition of your registration to another eligible participant.

Our training course sessions are scheduled and posted on our website for your convenience. However, we understand that there may be specific requirement for your group. If you have a preferred venue and specific training dates in mind, please feel free to propose them to us by clicking on the button “Propose you preferred location & date” of your preferred training course.

Our course timings slightly vary between the cities we offer our training courses. Please let us know of your preferred course and session (dates/venue) through email at info@energytraining.ae. Alternatively, you may call/WhatsApp us at +971 50 746 0956.

We understand that time zones may be different between our Senior Consultants and our delegates. Our standard online course timings (11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, GMT+4 – Dubai, UAE) may be adjusted upon confirming the programme. Our team shall communicate between the confirmed registered delegates and suggested a suitable course timing for all.

Our standard course duration for our classroom programmes is 6 hours per day while our online session is 5 hours per day.

Our training programmes are designed to be concise yet comprehensive, focusing on professional development. The duration varies based on the specific course content and objectives – we normally offer programmes between 5 – 10 days. However, our emphasis lies in delivering interactive and engaging sessions that prioritize depth of learning within a condensed timeframe. This approach ensures participants acquire substantial knowledge and skills efficiently.

We have been assessed by TUV Rheinland Middle East FZE and comply with Quality Management System standards – ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 29993:2017, ensuring a commitment to quality and excellence in our operations and services.

Our training courses span across diverse industries, encompassing sectors such as but not limited to:

  • Power & Utilities
  • Oil & Gas
  • Financial Institutions
  • Government and Regulatory bodies
  • Manufacturing & Production Industry

Our commitment lies in continuously refining and expanding our training course offerings to align with evolving industry landscapes. We encourage individuals to explore our website or engage with our dedicated support team for the latest information on available courses, ensuring access to the most pertinent and current educational resources.

Yes, Energy Training Centre is an ILM Recognised Provider (ID# 002398B), authorized to register learners and offer training courses recognized by ILM. Participants seeking ILM Recognised Certification would need to complete an assessment post the ILM Recognised courses. ILM is a renowned provider of leadership and management qualifications, part of the City and Guilds Group. Additionally, our company is a CPD Certified Training Company, ensuring our commitment to continuous professional development standards.

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