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I have learnt design calculations, understand deeply about PV systems but today I am doing something different — engaged with operation and maintenance of utility like boiler, water treatment, and waste water treatment plant.
Overview of the Training
GSES Technical Advantage Training are suitable for professionals with prior experience in the renewable energy industry to enhance their technical skills and knowledge. Technical Advantage courses will deliver professional development to industry personnel ranging from engineers, designers, and managers with prior experience in the energy sector. “Certificates of Completion” or “Certificates of Participation” are issued on successfully completing these trainings.
Topics covered under Technical Advantage Training
Sl. No. | Course Topics | Grid-connected PV systems design & installation | Off-grid and mini-grid PV systems design & installation | Operation, maintenance, inspection and audit of PV systems |
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| 1 | Solar market growth, project development phases and quality system overview | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 2 | Overview of different PV system and applications | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 3 | Photovoltaic (PV) technology | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 4 | Solar radiation overview | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| 5 | Inverters and balance of system | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| 6 | Mounting systems & foundations | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| 7 | Site assessment & planning | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| 8 | Grid-connected PV systems design | ✓ | – | – |
| 9 | Utility-scale PV project planning & design | ✓ | – | – |
| 10 | Losses & system yield calculation | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| 11 | Battery storage technology | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| 12 | Off-grid PV systems design | – | ✓ | – |
| 13 | Hybrid and mini-grid PV systems design | – | ✓ | – |
| 14 | Solar water pumping system design | – | ✓ | – |
| 15 | Installation and commissioning | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| 16 | Project cost and economics | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| 17 | Safety of personnel & system | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 18 | Tools and equipments required for operation, maintenance, inspection and audit of PV systems | – | – | ✓ |
| 19 | Preventive maintenance schedule | – | – | ✓ |
| 20 | Maintenance procedure and checklists for different PV system equipment and components | – | – | ✓ |
| 21 | System performance monitoring and analysis | – | – | ✓ |
| 22 | System inspection procedures and checklists | – | – | ✓ |
| 23 | Electrical and fire safety compliances | – | – | ✓ |
| 24 | Testing procedures using IV-tracer, IR and EL camera (practical) | – | – | ✓ |
| 25 | Test procedure for structure fitness, water hardness and coating thickness (practical) | – | – | ✓ |
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.
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The training at GSES deepened my expertise in solar power technologies and system design, equipping me with practical skills to implement efficient solar solutions.
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I recently learned about HOMER Pro software, which provided me with valuable insights into solar PV systems. Before this I had only a basic understanding, but now I have a much clearer grasp of its concepts and applications.
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The instructor was humorous, well-prepared, and had a very engaging, friendly approach. As HOMER Pro was new to me, hands-on exercises were particularly helpful. The training equipped us with essential knowledge for designing efficient hybrid energy systems.
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The training was highly informative, providing valuable insights into system sizing, feasibility assessment, and optimization. Hands-on exercises and discussions made the learning experience more interactive and applicable to real-world scenarios.
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The training was well-structured, with effective study materials and knowledgeable, supportive professors. It has greatly enhanced my confidence in solar mini-grid design and site feasibility evaluation.
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The course was comprehensive regarding all aspects of Solar PV. The knowledge learned regarding civil engineering aspects will be applied during the feasibility study of new solar projects especially during the design of civil structures.
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The training program for me was a refresher course covering briefly solar PV project preparation, project design; engineering, project construction/development, and O&M, and it will be useful for my future work.
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I really liked the interactive nature of the workshop. The trainer explained concepts well, making it easy to understand. Hands-on exercises helped in grasping HOMER Pro's functionalities effectively. Overall, a great learning experience!