Course Description

Global electricity demand continues to rise due to urbanization, electrification, digitalization, and population growth. Simultaneously, fossil fuel-based generation contributes significantly to greenhouse gas emissions and climate change. Energy prices are increasingly volatile due to geopolitical instability and fuel market fluctuations. Grid systems in many regions also face reliability challenges due to aging infrastructure and peak demand stress. Residential solar PV addresses several of these issues simultaneously. It decentralizes power generation, reduces dependency on fossil fuels, enhances grid resilience, and empowers consumers to become energy producers - often referred to as “prosumers.

What you'll learn in this course?

• Explain the principles of solar photovoltaic (PV) energy conversion

• Identify key components of residential solar PV systems

• Analyze site suitability and system sizing requirements

• Compare grid-tied, off-grid, and hybrid PV systems

• Understand installation, safety, and maintenance requirements

• Evaluate economic feasibility and return on investment (ROI)

• Understand regulatory, net-metering, and policy considerations

• Assess environmental and sustainability benefits

Prerequisites

• Basic knowledge of energy and electrical systems

• Familiarity with renewable-energy terminology is helpful