This course equips STEM and non-STEM middle and senior management professionals with the skills and knowledge to understand how solar works and analyze solar project from development to deployment, regardless of their background or industry.
Describe how a PV works and identify the technologies involved from design to commissioning
Analyze solar system design output documents for a commercial and industrial (>50 Kwp) solar project using baseline standards
Compare and evaluate solar project procurement and deployment plans for a commercial solar project, identifying areas of risk
Identify the key jobs and technical/logistical challenges at each stage of project deployment
Demonstrate an appreciation for the project developer's challenges in completing each stage.
Welcome Video
Learning Objectives
Introduce Yourself
Listen to Dan talk about His Transition Journey
Meet Peter
Overview of the Course
Solar Project Deployment: Industry Expert Share Insight
Technology that Enables Solar to Work
Augmented Reality Experience of Solar Technology
Identify the items in the Augmented Reality
Illustration of Solar in a Home
Knowledge Checks
Fash Fuel Station Part 1
Overview Project Lifecycle for an EPC
Fash Fuel Station Part 2
Project Development
Site and Load Assessment
A Load Profile Document
Walkthrough Site Report Document
In-depth Overview of Single Line Diagram
Final Phase of Project development
Proposal and High Level Systems Design
Project Financing
The BOQ Document
Consideration for Tier 1 Products
BOQ Document Walkthrough
Tier 1 Products
Fash Fuel Station Part 3
Procurement
Challenges with Procurement
Roles and Responsibilities on a Solar Project
Challenges of the Project Owner
Expert Insights: Key Factors to Evaluate During a Solar Site Visit
360 Virtual Reality Experience of a Site
Module Summary
Evaluate a BOQ
Additional Content - Cable Routing
Bigger Size System
Learning Objectives
Askey Factory Part 1
Next Steps in the Project Development Process
Comparison of Site Audits for Bigger Size System
This is Key
Key Considerations in Reviewing a Site Survey Report
System Design Considerations
Fash Fuel vs Askey Factory solar System
Battery Viability in Solar Systems: Expert Perspectives from Engr. Dr. Tajudeen & Olu
Battery Viability in Solar Systems: Insights from Ifeanyi and Liadi
Pros and Cons of Batteries in Solar Energy Systems
Askey Factory Part 2
Site data and Design
Key Output from the Design
Savings and Financial Models
Analyzing a Sample BOQ Document
Contract Type
Evaluating PPA with Baselines
Customer Push back and Benchmarks
Reviewing a PPA
Cost Drivers and Navigating Vendors
A Procurement Horror Story
Askey Factory Part 3
Commissioning a Solar System
Analyzing the PPA and System Design Based on Your Expertise and Solar Knowledge
Summary
Additional Resource Source for Tier 1
Additional Resource Lifetime of Solar
Load Profile Analysis
BOQ Analysis
Introduction to Mini Grids
Ikuku Community Part 1
Learning Objective
Mini Grid Project Development
Site Selection Process
Load Audit for Mini Grids
Load and Site Report
Review of Site Assessment Report
Mini Grid design to commissioning and key players
Project Design and Bench Marks
Design to Match the Load Audit
Tariffs
Cost of Power Benchmark in Energy Projects
Knowledge Check
Ikuku Community Part 2
Procurement Red Flags
Procurement Challenges in Mini Grids
Local Logistic Challenges
Procurement Benchmarks
Commissioning Mini Grids
Maintenance and Operations tactics
Maintenance and Procurement
Challenges Faced by Operations Managers in Mini Grid Projects
Outsourcing vs In-house - Expert Opinion
PPA Analysis
Summary Mini grid
Evaluating 36kWp, 102kWp, 365kWp
Final Insight
Once you make payment, you will be given access to the course within 24 hours.
This course utilizes online self-paced learning with community interactive sessions. You'll engage with the course materials and other learners on this online platform.
For the Virtual Reality (VR) experience, you will need to purchase a Virtual Reality (VR) box, or you can view from your mobile device. These devices allow you to insert your smartphone, providing an immersive VR experience. By participating in both AR and VR activities throughout the course, you'll gain a unique and immersive perspective on solar energy concepts and systems.
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