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Overview
In this Solar Energy online short course at the University of Aberdeen, you’ll:
- investigate energy generation from solar sources
- train in technologies and software used in the solar energy sector
- explore the technical challenges of this growing area of renewable energy.
Outcomes
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to…
- Explain the sources of solar energy, their nature and availability.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of different sources of energy.
- Quantify the energy potential (heat, power and transport) from different sources of energy.
- Assess the technologies available for the conversion of solar to different forms of energy.
- Discuss the technical challenges facing solar-based energy industries.
- Carry out the design and analysis of a solar-based plant system.
- Describe the market dynamics and economics of solar energy.
- Use MATLAB and MATLAB Simulink to simulate electrical systems relevant to renewable energy installations.
Programme Structure
You’ll cover the following topics:- Sun solar spectrum, effects of Earth’s atmosphere, orbit and rotation on insolation
- Solar cell and solar panel equivalent circuit and electrical model
- DC/DC and DC/AC converters with application in PV systems
- Maximum power point tracking (MPPT)
- Solar thermal power generation
- Solar energy storage systems
- Stand-alone and grid-tied PV systems design
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 3 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
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TOEFL® IBT OR
90
PTE Academic 62
IELTS 6.5
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Credits
15 alternative credits
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Duolingo English Test 120
TOEFL® IBT OR
90
PTE Academic 62
IELTS 6.5
IELTS & PTE Test Preparation
E2 Language Test Prep Trusted by 7M+ Students
Admission to your dream university starts with a high IELTS or PTE score. Earn your target score with E2's guided test preparation.
- Study on your own schedule
- Live classes with current and ex-examiners
- Accurate score assesment, always
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Other requirements
General requirements
This course has no formal entry requirements. You decide if it’s suitable for you.
The course is delivered at Masters level. At this level, for this course, you’d usually have at least:
- a 2:2 UK honours degree (or equivalent) in Engineering or the Physical Sciences, or
- relevant experience that supports this level of study.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents1395 GBP / full≈ 1395 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents1395 GBP / full≈ 1395 GBP / full
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