Theoretical skills for PV systems installers
Dates & Timetable:
Application for this micro-credential is closed for academic year 2024/2025 and it will be renewed in academic year 2025/2026.
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| Wednesday, 19/03/2025 | 10:00-12:00 Central European Time – Croatia, France, Germany, Spain, or 11:00-13:00 Eastern European Time – Cyprus, Greece, Lithuania, Romania, or 09:00-11:00 Western European Time – Ireland |
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Wednesday, 26/03/2025
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Wednesday, 09/04/2025
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| Wednesday, 07/05/2025 |
Description:
Master the fundamentals of residential photovoltaic (PV) systems in this specialised micro-credential, concentrating on the design, installation, and upkeep of grid-connected setups. Explore technical, theoretical, and legislative aspects, including system components, net metering, efficiency evaluation, and cost-benefit analyses. Benefit from real-world data and policy insights drawn from EU-CONEXUS partner countries, highlighting diverse renewable energy strategies. Supporting the EUโs energy transition and decarbonisation ambitions, this micro-credential equips you with essential technical know-how alongside problem-solving, regulatory navigation, and teamwork skills โ all critical to advancing sustainable energy solutions.
Learning Outcomes:
- Determine PV system performance depending on geographical location.
- Perform cost-benefit analysis of residential grid-connected PV systems.
Sustainable development goals:
- SDG4. Quality Education
- SDG7. Affordable and Clean Energy
- SDG8. Decent work and economic growth
- SDG9. Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
- SDG11. Sustainable cities and communities
- SDG13. Climate action
- SDG15. Life on land
If you need some extra assistance with the application, here is a step by step instruction on how to complete the application form.
Sector:
Urban
Thematic area:
Near Zero Energy Building (NZEB)
HASHTAGS/KEY WORDS:
#engineering #dataanalysis #policies #climate
Volume (ECTS):
1
Language:
English
Hard skills:
Photovoltaic systems design Installation and maintenance of PV systems Energy efficiency analysis
Soft skills:
Problem solving Adaptability to regulatory frameworks Technical communication Team collaboration
Study format:
Online
Study methods:
Personal study Group discussion Case Study
Hours
Synchronous contact hours: 12
Asynchronous hours & self directed learning: 13
Entry requirements:
Bachelor student in one of the 9 partner universities of EU-CONEXUS, providing a proof of English proficiency of at least B2 level (certificate or online test).
Assessment:
Presentation, oral support of work, Presentation in front of the colleagues, Individual assignment on a case study
HOST UNIVERSITY:
Frederick University, Cyprus
Stage of accreditation:
Institutional accreditation
