Course Catalogue.

After participating in this course, you will be able to:

• Understand the role of renewable energy within the four-pillar energy vision and its impact on energy strategies.
• Conduct technical and cost comparisons between grid energy and renewable sources, quantifying their benefits.
• Design and implement efficient renewable energy systems tailored to maximize direct application and benefits.
• Evaluate the performance and feasibility of various renewable technologies using engineering principles and equations.
• Stay informed on global renewable projects, drawing lessons to avoid pitfalls in designing and implementing energy systems.

Description
Renewable energy is rapidly becoming the cornerstone of modern energy strategies, and understanding its intricacies is more critical than ever. This course is designed for professionals looking to deepen their knowledge of renewable energy technologies and explore the best practices for selecting the most effective and feasible solutions based on technical, geographic, and financial considerations.

Participants will explore the four-pillar approach to energy strategy, gaining insight into how renewable energy integrates into a broader energy vision. By delving into essential energy concepts and the workings of the grid, the course sets a foundation for comparing traditional energy sources with renewable alternatives. The focus on applying renewable energy sources directly to meet demand ensures that participants can optimize the efficiency and benefits of these systems.

This course examines the current landscape of renewable energy and emerging technologies and their potential impacts. Through diagrams, schematics, and case studies, participants will understand the strengths, opportunities, and challenges associated with various renewable energy systems.

Who Should Attend

Facility managers, plant engineers, and project managers who oversee energy projects will find this course particularly valuable. It equips them with the tools needed to make informed decisions about renewable energy implementations. Additionally, procurement professionals, construction managers, and others involved in acquiring and installing renewable energy projects will benefit from the in-depth exploration of technical and financial considerations.

This course also suits those new to the renewable energy field, including project management staff, financial analysts, and technical writers. It gives them the foundational knowledge to navigate and effectively contribute to energy projects.

Course Syllabus

Topics

Day 1:

• Energy Facts
• Energy Basics
• Electricity Basics
• Electrical Bill Calculation and Load Factor
• Overview of Renewable Energy Technologies
• Hydroelectric Power
• Tidal Energy
• Wind Energy
• Geothermal Energy Technology
• Solar Technologies

 Day 2:

• Solar Heating
• Solar Heat - Renewable Electrical Energy Technologies
• Photovoltaic Renewable Energy
• Major Solar Energy Projects - Domestic and International
• Biomass Renewable Energy Technologies
• Emerging Renewable Energy Technologies
• Financial Justification and Implementation of Energy Projects
• Renewable Energy Information Sources