Wind energy is on the rise and increasingly requires educated professionals who can enhance its use and achieve more efficient results"

The renewable energy sector is in full international expansion and is increasingly demanding engineers specialized in this field. Therefore, the best professionals in the sector have designed for TECH this complete Postgraduate diploma that aims to prepare professionals with high knowledge in everything that encompasses the renewable energy sector, specifically in solar energy, to increase their working position in today's energy market.  

Specifically, this Postgraduate diploma is dedicated to Solar Thermal Systems, in their different temperature ranges: Low, Medium and High. Thus, during the program, we will analyze what these systems have in common and the use they make of solar energy, transforming solar radiation into thermal energy (heat), which is then harnessed for various uses depending on its temperature range.  

It also addresses the thermal applications of solar radiation, including both non-concentrated and concentrated solar systems, which have been gaining strength in the market in recent years.  

During the specialization, special attention will also be devoted to solar thermal power plants, which are currently the most commercially deployed application of concentrated solar thermal systems.  

All these contents will help the professional to understand in depth the functioning of solar energy, which is called to play an important role in any sustainable energy market scheme, so the study of all its applications is crucial for engineers. In addition, we will study in depth its environmental impact and how to mitigate it through a good project design that allows obtaining an optimal performance with a low impact. 

For all these reasons, thisPostgraduate diploma in Solar Energy integrates the most complete and innovative educational program in the current market in terms of knowledge and latest available technologies, as well as encompassing all the sectors or parties involved in this field. Likewise, the Postgraduate Diploma is made up of exercises based on real cases of situations currently managed or previously faced by the teaching team. 

Solar energy is the future. Learn all the ins and outs with this comprehensive Postgraduate diploma"

This Postgraduate diploma in Solar Energy contains the most complete and up-to-date educational program on the market. The most important features of the program include:  

• The development of case studies presented by experts in Renewable Energies
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments 
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

TECH puts in your hands the most competitive and complete didactic material in the sector. That way, you'll be sure to learn with the best information"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from sector who contribute their work experience to this training program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities. 

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive training that is programmed to train students in real situations. 

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year. For this purpose, the professional will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced engineering experts.  

You will have innovative didactic materials and resources that will facilitate the learning process and the retention of the contents learned for a longer period of time"

A 100% online program that will allow you to combine your studies with the rest of your daily activities"

The syllabus of the Solar Energy is configured as a complete tour through each and every one of the contents necessary to understand and assume the ways of working in this field. Thus, through an innovative didactic approach, based on the practical application of the contents, the engineer will learn and understand the functioning of wind energy, knowing how to design and implement projects in this sense, providing high levels of safety and services to companies. This, in addition to adding value to your professional profile, will make you a much better prepared professional to work in a variety of environments. 

The TECH contents have been designed based on the most effective and innovative teaching methodology in the sector" 

Module 1. Renewable Energy and Its Current Landscape 

1.1. Renewable Energy 

1.1.1. Fundamental Principles  
1.1.2. Conventional Energy Forms vs. Renewable Energy 
1.1.3. Advantages and Disadvantages of Renewable Energy 

1.2. International Context of Renewable Energies 

1.2.1. Fundamentals of Climate Change and Energy Sustainability. Renewable Energies vs. Non-Renewable Energies  
1.2.2. Decarbonization of the Global Economy. From the Kyoto Protocol to the Paris Agreement in 2015 and the 2019 Climate Summit in Madrid 
1.2.3. Renewable Energy in the Global Energy Context 

1.3. Energy and International Sustainable Development 

1.3.1. Carbon Markets 
1.3.2. Clean Energy Certificates 
1.3.3. Energy vs. Sustainability 

1.4. General Regulatory Framework 

1.4.1. International Energy Regulation and Directives 
1.4.2. Auctions in the Renewable Electricity Sector 

1.5. Electricity Markets 

1.5.1. Operation of the System with Renewable Energy 
1.5.2. Renewable Energy Regulation 
1.5.3. Participation of Renewable Energy in Electricity Markets 
1.5.4. Operators in the Electricity Market 

1.6. Electricity System Structure 

1.6.1. Electricity Generation 
1.6.2. Electricity Transmission 
1.6.3. Market Distribution and Operation 
1.6.4. Commercialization 

1.7. Distributed Generation 

1.7.1. Concentrated Generation vs. Distributed Generation 
1.7.2. Self-Consumption  
1.7.3. Generation Contracts 

1.8. Emissions 

1.8.1. Energy Measurement 
1.8.2. Greenhouse Gases in Energy Generation and Use 
1.8.3. Emission Evaluation by Type of Energy Generation 

1.9. Energy Storage 

1.9.1. Types of Batteries 
1.9.2. Advantages and Disadvantages of Batteries 
1.9.3. Other Energy Storage Technologies 

1.10. Main Technologies 

1.10.1. Energies of the Future 
1.10.2. New Applications 
1.10.3. Future Energy Scenarios and Models 

Module 2. Solar Thermal Energy Systems  

2.1. Solar Radiation and Solar Thermal Systems 

2.1.1. Fundamental Principles of Solar Radiation 
2.1.2. Components of Radiation 
2.1.3. Market Evolution in Solar Thermal Systems  

2.2. Static Solar Collectors: Description and Efficiency Measurement 

2.2.1. Classification and Components of the Collector 
2.2.2. Losses and Energy Conversion 
2.2.3. Characteristic Values and Efficiency of the Collector 

2.3. Applications of Low-Temperature Solar Collectors 

2.3.1. Technology Development 
2.3.2. Types of Solar Heating and DHW Installations
2.3.3. Sizing of Installations 

2.4. DHW or Climate Control Systems 

2.4.1. Main Elements of the Installation 
2.4.2. Assembly and Maintenance  
2.4.3. Calculation and Control Methods for Installations 

2.5. Medium-Temperature Solar Thermal Systems 

2.5.1. Types of Concentrators 
2.5.2. Parabolic Trough Collectors 
2.5.3. Solar Tracking System  

2.6. Designing a Solar System with Parabolic Trough Collectors 

2.6.1. Solar Field. Main Components of the Parabolic Trough Collector
2.6.2. Sizing the Solar Field
2.6.3. HTF System

2.7. Operation and Maintenance of Solar Systems with Parabolic Trough Collectors 

2.7.1. Electricity Generation Process through CSP 
2.7.2. Solar Field Conservation and Cleaning 
2.7.3. Preventive and Corrective Maintenance 

2.8. High-Temperature Solar Thermal Systems. Tower Plants

2.8.1. Design of a Tower Plant  
2.8.2. Sizing of the Heliostat Field 
2.8.3. Molten Salt System 

2.9. Thermoelectric Generation 

2.9.1. Rankine Cycle 
2.9.2. Theoretical Fundamentals of Turbine-Generator 
2.9.3. Characterization of a Solar Thermal Power Plant 

2.10. Other High-Concentration Systems: Parabolic Discs and Solar Furnaces 

2.10.1. Types of Concentrators 
2.10.2. Tracking Systems and Main Elements 
2.10.3. Applications and Differences Compared to Other Technologies 

Module 3. Grid-Connected and Off-Grid Solar PV Systems 

3.1. Photovoltaic Solar Energy. Equipment and Environment 

3.1.1. Fundamental Principles of Photovoltaic Solar Energy 
3.1.2. Current Situation in the Global Energy Sector 
3.1.3. Main Components in Solar Installations 

3.2. Photovoltaic Generators. Principles of Operation and Characterization

3.2.1. Operation of the Solar Cell
3.2.2. Design Standards. Module Characterization: Parameters
3.2.3. I-V Curve 
3.2.4. Technologies of Current Market Modules 

3.3. Grouping of Photovoltaic Modules 

3.3.1. Design of Photovoltaic Generators: Orientation and Tilt  
3.3.2. Installation Structures for Photovoltaic Generators 
3.3.3. Solar Tracking Systems. Communication Environment 

3.4. Energy Conversion. The Inverter 

3.4.1. Types of Inverters 
3.4.2. Characterization 
3.4.3. Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) Systems and Inverter Performance 

3.5. Transformation Center 

3.5.1. Function and Parts of a Transformation Center 
3.5.2. Sizing and Design Considerations 
3.5.3. Market and Equipment Selection 

3.6. Other Systems in a Photovoltaic Solar Plant 

3.6.1. Monitoring and Control 
3.6.2. Safety and Surveillance 
3.6.3. Substation and High Voltage 

3.7. Grid-Connected Photovoltaic Systems 

3.7.1. Design of Large-Scale Solar Parks. Preliminary Studies 
3.7.2. Self-Consumption 
3.7.3. Simulation Tools 

3.8. Off-Grid Photovoltaic Systems 

3.8.1. Components of an Off-Grid Installation: Regulators and Solar Batteries 
3.8.2. Uses: Pumping, Lighting, etc. 
3.8.3. Solar Democratization 

3.9. Operation and Maintenance of Photovoltaic Installations 

3.9.1. Maintenance Plans 
3.9.2. Personnel and Equipment 
3.9.3. Maintenance Management Software 

3.10. New Improvement Lines in Photovoltaic Parks 

3.10.1. Distributed Generation 
3.10.2. New Technologies and Trends 
3.10.3. Automation 

Module 4. Development, Financing and Feasibility of Renewable Energy Projects 

4.1. Identifying Stakeholders 

4.1.1. Developers, Engineering Firms, and Consultants
4.1.2. Investment Funds, Banks, and Other Stakeholders

4.2. Renewable Energy Project Development 

4.2.1. Main Stages of Development 
4.2.2. Key Technical Documentation 
4.2.3. Sales Process. RTB 

4.3. Evaluation of Renewable Energy Projects 

4.3.1. Technical Feasibility
4.3.2. Commercial Feasibility
4.3.3. Environmental and Social Feasibility
4.3.4. Legal Feasibility and Associated Risks

4.4. Financial Bases 

4.4.1. Financial Knowledge 
4.4.2. Analysis of Financial Statements
4.4.3. Financial Modeling

4.5. Economic Valuation of Renewable Energy Projects and Companies 

4.5.1. Fundamentals of Valuation
4.5.2. Valuation Methods
4.5.3. Calculation of Profitability and Financing Potential of Projects

4.6. Financing of Renewable Energies 

4.6.1. Project Finance Characteristics
4.6.2. Financing Structuring
4.6.3. Risks in Financing

4.7. Renewable Asset Management: Asset Management 

4.7.1. Technical Supervision
4.7.2. Financial Supervision
4.7.3. Claims, Permits Supervision, and Contract Management

4.8. Insurance in Renewable Energy Projects. Construction Phase 

4.8.1. Developer and Constructor. Specialized Insurance 
4.8.2. Construction Insurance (CAR) 
4.8.3. Professional Liability Insurance 
4.8.4. Advance Loss of Profit (ALOP) Clause 

4.9. Insurance in Renewable Energy Projects. Operation and Exploitation Phase 

4.9.1. Property Insurance. Multi-risk (OAR) 
4.9.2. Contractor’s O&M Insurance (Liability or Professional Liability) 
4.9.3. Appropriate Coverage. Consequential and Environmental Losses 

4.10. Valuation and Assessment of Damage in Renewable Energy Assets

4.10.1. Industrial Valuation and Appraisal Services: Renewable Energy Facilities
4.10.2. Intervention and Policy 
4.10.3. Material Damage and Consequential Loss 
4.10.4. Types of Claims: Photovoltaic, Solar Thermal, Hydroelectric, and Wind

A unique, key and decisive training experience to boost your professional development”