Overview
What you will study
Over the past ten years, the various benefits renewable energy (RE) technologies have increasingly captivated the interest of the international community. Understanding the availability and accessibility of renewable energy resources is crucial for the usage of the technologies that harness them.
With the Introduction to Renewable Energy Technologies course offered by Renewables Academy (RENAC ) AG , learners are introduced to different measures for integrating RE electricity sources into the grid. For the first time this year, this course will incorporate an introduction to hydrogen session, focused on hydrogen as an emerging energy technology.
Training Course Objectives:
- Provide a comprehensive overview of the main commercially-viable renewable energy technologies and their economic viability in urban and rural settings;
- give a structured overview of the different renewable energy sources and how they can be harnessed and used for the provision of electricity, heat, and cold provision;
- present the different RE systems, their components, how they are designed, and how they work;
- analyse renewable energy markets and latest market trends; and
- provide a platform for discussion of personal projects with other participants from around the world.
Learning Objectives:
- Describe how each technology works;
- assess the appropriateness of each technology for different situations;
- undertake initial system designs and sizing;
- recognise the main renewable energy market sectors; and
- communicate effectively and knowledgably with technology suppliers and customers.
Programme Structure
The program focuses on:
- Renewable energy status and market development
- Energy and solar radiation
- Photovoltaics (Off-grid, grid-tied)
- Bioenergy- solid biomass, biogas, biofuels
- Small hydropower
- Wind energy technology and project development
- Solar thermal technology
- Grid integration of renewable energy sources
- Hydrogen
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 5 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
Language
Delivered
Disciplines
Energy Engineering Sustainable Energy View 13 other Short Courses in Energy Engineering in GermanyAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Individuals with no previous background in renewable energy topics
- Individuals who would like to start a career in this field
- Individuals seeking more information on the suitability of RE technology
Tuition Fee
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International
1500 EUR/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1500 EUR for the full programme during 5 days. -
National
1500 EUR/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1500 EUR for the full programme during 5 days.
Living costs for Berlin
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.