Photovoltaics Courses and Certifications

Fundamentals of Photovoltaics

34 ratings

This Institute–wide program complements the deep expertise obtained in any major with a broad understanding of the interlinked realms of science, technology, and social sciences as they relate to energy and associated environmental challenges.

• MIT OpenCourseWare
• 24 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

科研云Research Cloud

Flexible Crystalline-Silicon Photovoltaics: Light Management with Surface Structures

Discover advanced light management techniques for flexible crystalline-silicon photovoltaics through surface structure optimization and innovative design approaches.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Direct Solar/Thermal to Electrical Energy Conversion Technologies

Explore thermoelectric, thermionic, and photovoltaic technologies for converting solar and thermal energy into electricity through solid-state devices and solar thermal systems.

• YouTube
• 12 hours 29 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

nanohubtechtalks

Modeling of P-N Junction Devices for Photovoltaic Applications

Explore P-N junction device modeling for photovoltaics using ADEPT, Quantum ESPRESSO, and S4. Learn to simulate various materials and structures, calculate properties, and optimize solar cell designs.

• YouTube
• 32 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

CY Advanced Studies

Organic Materials for Photovoltaic Applications

Explore organic materials for photovoltaic applications, including perovskite solar cells. Learn about low-cost, lightweight, and flexible organic semiconductors for converting sunlight into electrical energy.

• YouTube
• 35 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

DataLearning@ICL

State-of-the-Art AI-Driven Solar PV Generation Forecasts - Data Learning

Explore cutting-edge AI techniques for forecasting solar PV generation, presented by Jacob Bieker from Open Climate Fix. Gain insights into innovative approaches in renewable energy prediction.

• YouTube
• 39 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Georgia Tech Research

Challenges and Opportunities in Perovskite Solar Cells

Explore cutting-edge perovskite solar cell technology, its potential for high efficiency, and the challenges in materials and device development.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 7 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Fundamentals of Photovoltaics, Fall 2011

1 rating

Comprehensive exploration of photovoltaic fundamentals, covering solar resources, cell design, materials, manufacturing, efficiency, economics, and advanced concepts in renewable energy technology.

• YouTube
• 1 day
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

NPTEL;  IIT Kanpur

Solar Photovoltaics - Principles, Technologies and Materials

2 ratings

This course is an introductory course on solar photovoltaics materials and devices covering fundamentals of operation of solar cells, physics of semiconducting materials, P-N junction device characteristics in dark and light.

• YouTube
• 22 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

PCS Institute for Basic Science

A Topological Principle for Photovoltaics

Explore a novel approach to maximize photovoltaic efficiency using topological insulators with polar crystal structures. Learn how band topology impacts electron-hole dipole moments and shift currents in wide-gap semiconductors.

• YouTube
• 50 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Credential

Solar Energy for Engineers, Architects and Code Inspectors

1473 ratings at Coursera

Comprehensive exploration of solar PV systems, covering design, economics, and regulations for engineers, architects, and inspectors. Ideal for those pursuing careers in renewable energy.

• Coursera
• 4 weeks, 10 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course
• 3 courses

Renewable Energy

4601 ratings at Udemy

Explore the global landscape of renewable energy technologies, from design requirements to policy measures, while examining their potential impact on future energy systems and sustainability.

• Udemy
• 1 hour 8 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Solar Power Sensors

Explore the world of solar energy, from panel technology to power generation components, and discover how sensors maximize efficiency in solar farms.

• Coursera
• 1 day 3 hours 28 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Circularity Principles for Renewable Energy Technologies

Learn how to integrate circular economy principles into renewable energy policy and practice. Gain insights into resource demand, governance strategies and sustainable solutions to drive the transition to a circular energy system.

• edX
• 28 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Circularity Applications in Renewable Energy Technologies

Explore circular economy strategies applied to renewable energy technologies, including wind, solar, batteries, and bioenergy, to reduce material dependency and drive sustainable energy innovation.

• edX
• 35 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)