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Chapters
Chapter 1 - Introduction to solar energy
- Topic 1 - Learning Objectives
- Topic 2 - Solar Radiation
- Topic 3 - Position of the Sun and Sun Path
- Topic 4 - Shading Analysis
- Topic 5 - Instruments for Measuring Solar Radiation
- Topic 6 - Types of Solar Radiation
- Topic 7 - Instruments for Measuring Radiation & Metrological Paramaters
- Topic 8 - Solar Potential in India
- Topic 9 - Photovoltaics
- Topic 10 - Manufacturing of solar cells & modules
- Topic 11 - IV Characteristics of a PV Module
- Topic 12 - Statistics
- Recap
- Chapter 1 Review Test – Introduction to Solar Energy
Chapter 2 - Site Selection
- Topic 1 - Learning Objectives
- Topic 2 - Site Selection
- Topic 3 - Criteria for Site Selection
- Topic 4 - Criteria for Site Selection - Solar Resources & Area
- Topic 5 - Criteria for Site Selection - Climate
- Topic 6 - Criteria for Site Selection - Topography & Land Use
- Topic 7 - Environmental & Social Considerations
- Topic 8 - Geotechnical Conditions & Grid Connection
- Topic 9 - ROW & Module Soiling
- Topic 10 - Water Availability & Financial Incentives
- Topic 11 - Site Selection Check List
- Recap
- Chapter 2 Review Test – Site Selection
Chapter 3 - Fundemental Aspects of PV System Design
- Topic 1 - Learning Objectives
- Topic 2 - Components Involved in the Design
- Topic 3 - Selection of PV Modules
- Topic 4 - Test Sequences
- Topic 5 - Analysis of Test Reports
- Topic 6 - Site Assessment
- Topic 7 - Solar Resource Assessment
- Topic 8 - Energy Yield Estimation
- Topic 9 - Cable Design
- Topic 10 - Laying of Cables
- Topic 11 - LT & HT Cables
- Topic 12 - DC Disconnect Devices
- Topic 13 - Grounding & Bonding
- Topic 14 - IS 3043 - Code of Practice for Earthing
- Topic 15 - Wire Sizes & Fuse Rating Design
- Topic 16 - Lightning Protection System Components
- Topic 17 - Design & Positioning of Lightning Arrestor
- Topic 18 - Minimum Technical Requirements for Grid Tied/Stand Alone PV Systems
- Recap
- Chapter 3 Review Test – Fundamental Aspects of PV System Design
Chapter 6 – Inspection Plan for Civil Works in Solar Power Plants
- Topic 1- Learning Objectives
- Topic 2 - Standard References for Civil Works
- Topic 3 - Key Topics
- Topic 4 - Types of Soil
- Topic 5 - Soil Analysis & Soil Classification for Foundations
- Topic 6 - Soil Samples
- Topic 7 - Soil Classification & Strength
- Topic 8 - Laboratory & In-Situ Tests for Soil Samples
- Topic 9 - Introduction & Classification of Foundations
- Topic 10 - Load and Settlement of Foundations
- Topic 11 - Properties of Foundations
- Topic 12 - Laboratory Tests for Concrete Foundations
- Topic 13 - Testing of Foundations for Structures
- Topic 14 - Soil Investigation for Design & Proof Tests
- Topic 15 - Types of PV foundation
- Recap
- Chapter 6 Review Test – Inspection Plan for Civil Works in Solar Power Plants
Chapter 7 – Soil Sampling & Analysis
- Topic 1 - Learning Objectives
- Topic 2 - Purpose of Soil Sampling
- Topic 3 - Soil Testing Laboratory Procedure
- Topic 4 - Tools to Collect Soil Samples
- Topic 5 - When & How Often Should Soils be Tested?
- Topic 6 - Soil Sampling
- Topic 7 - Laboratory Preparation of Samples - 1
- Topic 8 - Laboratory Preparation of Samples - 2
- Recap
- Chapter 7 Review Test – Soil Sampling & Analysis
Chapter 8 – Control Room
- Topic 1 – Control Room Components
- Topic 2 – Lightning Arrestor
- Topic 3 – Circuit Breaker
- Topic 4 – Types of Circuit Breaker
- Topic 5 – Circuit Breaker Rating
- Topic 6 – Current Transformer
- Topic 7 – Current Transformer Design
- Topic 8 – Potential Transformer
- Topic 9 – Potential Transformer Design
- Topic 10 – Power Cable
- Topic 11 – Rating of Power Cable
- Topic 12 – AC Cable Sizing
- Topic 13 – SCADA System
- Topic 14 – Auxiliary Transformer, ACDB & DCDB
- Topic 15 – Relays
- Topic 16 – Substation or Switchyard
- Chapter 8 Review Test – Control Room
Chapter 9 – Transformers
- Topic 1 – Operation of the PV Power Plant
- Topic 2 – DC Side of PV Plant
- Topic 3 – AC Side of PV Plant
- Topic 4 – Types of Transformer
- Topic 5 – Transformer Standards
- Topic 6 – Transformer Inspection
- Topic 7 – Transformer Connection
- Topic 8 – Power Transformer Design
- Topic 9 – Design of 1MVA Transformer With Unity Power Factor
- Topic 10 – Design of 1MVA Transformer With 0.8 Lagging Power Factor
- Topic 11 – Transformer Testing
- Topic 12 – Operation & Maintenance of Transformer
- Chapter 9 Review Test– Transformers
Chapter 11 – IEC 62446 – Testing & Commissioning Requirements
- Topic 1 - Learning Objectives
- Topic 2 - Segments Involved in Testing & Commissioning
- Topic 3 - System Documentation & Verification Requirements
- Topic 4 - PV Array Design & Installation Considerations
- Topic 5 - Protection Devices
- Topic 6 - AC Circuit Special Considerations
- Topic 7 - Labelling & Identification
- Topic 8 - General Installation (Mechanical)
- Topic 9 - Testing of PV Array
- Recap
- Chapter 11 Review Test – IEC 62446 – Testing & Commissioning Requirements
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