Solar Systems, Simplified

Empower Yourself to Select the Perfect Solar Solution, Without the Sales Pitch

What you'll learn

Break down solar power concepts so they’re easy to grasp, even for beginners.

Learn about panels, inverters, batteries, and how they work together in a simplified way that even non technical people can understand

Understand how to size a solar system to meet you energy demands

Learn how to calculate costs, returns, and financial benefits of going solar.

Requirements

No previous knowledge of solar panels or science is needed

Description

This course is built on the principle of simplicity – you won't even need to take notes! Every concept is carefully crafted to be effortlessly memorized, ensuring that learning about solar energy is as easy as it gets. By the time we conclude, you'll be able to confidently choose a solar system that perfectly matches your unique energy demands, giving you the power to make informed decisions.As a practical example, we'll dive into the exciting process of designing a solar system for a specific home. This includes exploring all the important considerations and calculations essential for a successful setup. This hands-on task isn't just theory; it's about giving you the practical experience that truly empowers you to make smart choices when selecting your own system. You'll gain the confidence to understand exactly what you need, helping you avoid pushy salespeople and ensuring you get a system that's right for you.Solar energy is a rapidly growing field here in Zimbabwe and globally, with an increasing number of companies and individuals entering the market. However, if you're not familiar with solar systems, you run the risk of being scammed or unintentionally purchasing a system that simply doesn't meet your energy demands. I've personally witnessed situations where people have bought incompatible components, sometimes even damaging them before the system gets a chance to become operational. These common and frustrating problems are precisely why I created this course: to empower anyone who wants to truly understand solar system technology and make smart, secure investments in their energy future.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Course introduction

Section 2: Introduction to energy

Lecture 2 Understanding energy and its principles

Section 3: Understand Solar Photovoltaic Technology

Lecture 3 Describe photovoltaics technology

Lecture 4 Types of solar panels and factors affecting them

Lecture 5 Understanding types of solar radiation

Section 4: Understand Battery Technologies

Lecture 6 Batteries and types

Lecture 7 Lithium-ion and types of lead-acid batteries

Lecture 8 Lithium-ion batteries safety features

Lecture 9 Chemistry of lithium-ion batteries

Lecture 10 Battery sizing

Lecture 11 Types of lithium-ion batteries

Section 5: Understand Charge Controllers

Lecture 12 Solar charge controllers

Section 6: Understand Inverters

Lecture 13 Introduction to inverters

Lecture 14 Inverters

Section 7: Application System Design Skills in a practical examples

Lecture 15 Load analysis

Lecture 16 Components sizing

Section 8: Safety

Lecture 17 Bonus

Anyone who does not want to be a victim of scam from companies or individuals selling solar systems