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Off-Grid & HyBRID PV Systems Design & Installation

Overview of the Course

The GSES 3 Months Professional Advantage Course on Off-Grid & Hybrid PV Systems Design and Installation is specifically designed to provide detailed technical information and step-by-step methodology for designing, installation, testing and commissioning of a grid-connected photovoltaic (PV) system. The course covers the fundamentals of solar PV systems, the different components required and the need to match them, and how to size a system. It also includes methods for conducting site surveys of potential installations, system installation, testing, commissioning, maintenance and the economics of grid-connected PV systems. The course is designed around relevant Indian and international standards relating to grid-connected solar PV systems.

Course Outline

01

Course Introduction

02

Workplace Health & Safety

03

Electrical Basics and Circuits

04

Solar Energy

05

Fuel Generators

06

Energy Storage

07

Power Conversion Equipment

08

General Design Principles

09

Energy Assessment

10

Sizing System Equipment

11

Generator Sizing

12

System Wiring and Protection

13

Installation and Commissioning

14

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

15

System Modelling

16

Economics

17

Design Task

18

Videos

19

Final Exam

20

5-Days Practical Session

Course Structure

The course consists of two main components: online theory completed at students’ own pace and the 5-days practical sessions held at GSES India training facility at New Delhi. The resource materials provided under the course are highly illustrative and explanations are given with the help of case studies and worked examples. Please click here to learn more about the accompanying handbook.

Online Component

With a fully flexible web-based format, the online course allows students to complete the theory in their own time, usually within 3 months. The online course includes vital knowledge for participating in the practical component. GSES has a team of tutors who mark the online work and as necessary supply feedback or additional technical information to the students. GSES’ tutors are also available to be contacted by phone or email during the day.

Practical Sessions

On completion of the majority of the online component, students then attend the 5-days practical sessions at GSES India training centre at New Delhi. The practical sessions include site preparation, system installation, testing and commissioning of grid connected and off-grid solar PV systems. Student will be guided and assisted by experienced GSES tutors.

Course Support

GSES has a team of tutors who mark the online work and, as necessary, provide feedback or additional technical information to the students.

GSES’ tutors are also available to be contacted by email during the course period.

Certification

GSES develop and deliver solar PV training courses in accordance with international competency standards and accreditation requirements.

On successful completion of the course students receive a certificate of completion or certificate of participation.

Internship

GSES India offers paid internship for a period of 3-12 months. Student who want to get engaged with GSES India as an intern will be selected through an assessment process. Duration and number of internship positions available depends upon the ongoing and upcoming projects and assignments at GSES India.

Pre-requisites

Participants for this course preferably should have an engineering degree or diploma or a degree in science with an understanding of electrical engineering.

Who Should Attend?

  1. Industry professionals expanding their technical expertise.
  2. PV engineers seeking practical insights.
  3. Aspiring solar professionals looking to advance their careers.

Mentorship

The following topics will be broadly covered under mentorship programme:

  1. Guided practice on PV system design software like HelioScope, PVSyst and SketchUp for rooftop and ground mounted utility scale projects.
  2. Guided practice on use of AutoCAD for preparing engineering drawings for PV plant installation covering rooftop and ground mounted utility scale projects.
  3. Guided design practice for rooftop and ground mounted utility scale PV projects.
  4. Guided project management practice for concept to commissioning of PV projects.
  5. Guidance for setting up of solar business, development of business strategy, vendor development and supply chain management.

Frequently Asked Questions

Students, engineers, working professionals, entrepreneurs, technicians, diploma holders, and anyone interested in solar energy can enrol.
Yes, many GSES India courses are designed for beginners and can be joined without an electrical background. The training starts with fundamental concepts and gradually covers advanced topics to help learners to understand the solar energy.
Internship opportunities, industry exposure, or placement assistance may be provided based on the trainee’s performance and available opportunities. Students can contact the training team after course completion for the latest updates regarding such opportunities.
Students can contact the GSES India training team for assistance regarding login, access, or technical problems.