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Physics of silicon solar cells
by Pr. Bernard Drevillon , Erik Johnson- 4.2
Approx. 13 hours to complete
The first MOOC “Photovoltaic solar energy” is a general presentation of the solar photovoltaics technologies in the global energetic context, without extensive details. It consists in a general presentation of the physics of the photovoltaics devices with a particular emphasize on the silicon technology that currently represents more than 90% share of the market....
Electrical, Optical & Magnetic Materials and Devices
by Caroline Ross , Jessica Sandland- 0.0
16 Weeks
In 3. 15x we will explore the electrical, optical, and magnetic properties of materials and learn how electronic devices are designed to exploit these properties. This course will explain the basis of the electrical, optical, and magnetic properties of materials including semiconductors, metals, organics and insulators, and will show how devices are built to take advantage of those properties....
$150
Solar Energy Basics
by Neal Abrams- 4.8
Approx. 15 hours to complete
You will learn to compare solar energy to other energy resources and explain how solar panels, or photovoltaics (PV for short), convert sunlight to electricity. Silicon-based Photovoltaics Historical Growth of Photovoltaics Growth Potential of Photovoltaics The current trends in photovoltaics Infrastructure of Photovoltaics...
Solar Energy: Photovoltaic (PV) Technologies
by Arno Smets , Miro Zeman , René van Swaaij- 0.0
11 Weeks
Explore the main PV technologies in the current market, to gain in-depth knowledge on the design and processing methods of solar cells. The technologies used to produce solar cells and photovoltaic modules are advancing to deliver highly efficient and flexible solar panels. In this course you will explore the main PV technologies in the current market....
$250
Optical Materials and Devices
by Caroline Ross- 0.0
6 Weeks
Learn about the optical properties of materials, including how LEDs, lasers, and solar cell devices are designed. In this engineering course, you will learn about photodetectors, solar cells (photovoltaics), displays, light emitting diodes, lasers, optical fibers, optical communications, and photonic devices. We will show how devices are built to take advantage of these properties....
$49
Solar Energy: Photovoltaic (PV) Energy Conversion
by Arno Smets , Miro Zeman , René van Swaaij- 0.0
12 Weeks
Learn how solar cells generate electricity, and about the semiconductor physics and optics required to design and manufacture solar cells. The key factor in getting more efficient and cheaper solar energy panels is the advance in the development of photovoltaic cells. In this course you will learn how photovoltaic cells convert solar energy into useable electricity....
$250
Solar Energy: Photovoltaic (PV) Systems
by Olindo Isabella , Ravi Vasudevan- 0.0
11 Weeks
Explore the wide range of solar energy applications and learn to design a real PV installation with excellent performance and reliability. In this course you will learn how to turn solar cells into full modules; and how to apply full modules to full photovoltaic systems. The effects of the position of the sun and solar irradiance on PV module performance...
$250
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Solar Energy Systems Overview
by Gay E Canough- 4.7
Approx. 9 hours to complete
By the end of this course, learners will have acquired a broad understanding of the history and mechanics behind converting light into electricity, commonly known as photovoltaics (PV)....
Photovoltaic Systems
by Rasmus Nielsen , Sune Thorsteinsson- 0.0
Approx. 12 hours to complete
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Solar Energy: Integration of Photovoltaic Systems in Microgrids
by Seyedmahdi Izadkhast , Laura Ramirez , Pavol Bauer- 0.0
9 Weeks
Learn how to integrate a photovoltaic system into a microgrid of your design. Photovoltaic systems are often placed into a microgrid, a local electricity distribution system that is operated in a controlled way and includes both electricity users and renewable electricity generation. Among the components special attention is given to operation and control of power electronics interfaces....
$250