Learning Outcomes

Carbon Reduction Measures

Carbon Culprits and Companies who Got It Right

How to Reduce Carbon Emissions and Go Green

Lesson Summary

First, this module starts by explaining the concepts and terminology. You will view all the various applications of carbon emissions and carbon budgets. Next, we will help you analyze the corporate motivation behind the companies. Finally, we will help you answer: Is a carbon sink biological or man-made? Why do people use so many fossil fuels?

Introduction to Carbon Reduction Measures and Becoming Green - Course assessment

This free online course investigates carbon reduction measures and evaluates the best practices to become ‘green’.

Introduction to Carbon Reduction Measures and Becoming Green

Carbon dioxide or C02 is a gas that is released naturally into the atmosphere during respiration, combustion and organic decomposition. Today, many people are aware of CO2. We provide you with an understanding of CO2 and explain what studying carbon dioxide can do for you. We then discuss all the components and benefits of CO2. We provide information to assist you in understanding the evidence of climate change.

Types of Wind Turbines - An Overview

Physical Basics of Wind Energy

Technical Design of Wind Turbines

In this module, learn about the various types of wind turbines that are commercially available today. Then, learn about the physical basics of wind turbine construction and how they function. Finally, learn about the design of wind turbines, why certain designs are better than others, and how these designs can be improved upon for various situations.

What is Grid Integration of Wind Energy?

Common Myths about Grid Integration and the Impact on a Grid

What is Unique about Integrating Wind Energy

In this module, learn about the process of grid integration for wind power plants. Learn how the energy produced by wind power is balanced with the power produced by thermal plants and the effect that integration has on existing generators. Furthermore, learn common myths about grid integration and the truths to dispel them. Lastly, learn what is unique about the integration of wind energy.

The Future of Wind Energy

Research and Development Needs

In this module, learn about how much of the world’s power is generated by wind. Then, learn about the advantages and disadvantages of wind power. Lastly, learn about the ways that wind power is currently developing.

Wind Energy – From Wind Turbines to Grid Integration Assessment

Learn the importance and uses of wind energy, wind turbines, and grid integration with this free online course.

Wind Energy – From Wind Turbines to Grid Integration

This free online Wind Energy course teaches you how wind power is used to create electrical power with a variety of methods ranging from wind turbines to grid integration. With climate change becoming a serious issue, the use of wind power plants has risen exponentially. This free online course will teach you about how wind energy is harnessed, and how countries around the world can improve their wind energy production.

Solar Radiation

The Possibilities of Solar Energy

The Radiation Process

Temperature Variations Around The World

In this module, you will be introduced to the capacity of solar energy to satisfy worldwide energy needs. This will include the calculation of how much energy is coming from the sun. Then, you will learn about solar radiation as the main source of renewable energy for the world. Next, you will learn about the phenomena related to the absorption of solar energy and the importance of maintaining a delicate balance of CO2 in the atmosphere and the impact on the intensity of solar energy received.

Electromagnetic Radiation

Radiation Coming From Stars

Solar Flat Plate Collector

Harnessing Solar Energy

In this module, you will be introduced to the electromagnetic spectrum, the distribution of the energy radiated by a light source. Then, you will learn about The Planck constant a physical constant that plays a central role in the theory of quantum mechanics. You will study the background radiation of the universe and its characteristics. You will be taught the ways we can harness solar energy such as thermal conversion and photovoltaic conversion.

Imaging and Non–Imaging Concentrators

Solar Tower and The Semiconductor

Radiation and Associated Aspects

The p-n Juction

In this module, you will be introduced to the principles of imaging concentrators and non–imaging Concentrators. This will include their orientation through the seasons. You will learn how to track the sun and harness solar energy effectively. Then, you will study the process of capturing solar energy using the photovoltaic approach and how the Fermi energy is integrated into the energy level of the electrons. Finally, you will learn about the intrinsic semiconductor.

Solar Energy - First Assessment

This module presents the assessment for the first two modules of the Certificate Course: Solar Energy.

Discussion about The p-n Junction

Fermi Energy and Solar Cell

Single Silicon Crystals and Solar Energy

Solar Cell Based on The p-n Junction

In this module, you will be introduced to the characteristics on the p-n junction. This will include what happens when both materials are charged neutral. You will learn the techniques and the method to manufacture the p-n junction. Then, you will learn the purification of the single silicon crystal produced, its cutting process and the different applications. You will finish this module by learning how the p-n junction responds to the arrival of radiation.

Solar Cell and The p-n Junction

Diode Voltage and Diode Current

Solar Cell Construction

Silicon Cell and Photocatalysis

Approach to Tackling an Electron-Hole

In this module, you will be introduced to the orientation of the solar cell related to the orientation with the band diagram. This will include the definition and functions of the depletion layer. Then, you will learn the basic behaviour of the charge carriers inside the semiconductors and the efficiency aspects of a solar cell. You will study the solar photocatalysis and compare it with solar thermal and the solar photovoltaic processes.

Solar Energy - Second Assessment

This module presents the assessment for the last three modules of the Certificate Course: Solar Energy.

Diploma in Solar Energy - Assessment

Explore the enormous potential of solar energy and see how to make better use of sunlight with this free online course.

Diploma in Solar Energy

This free online course gauges the potential of solar energy to satisfy the world's energy needs. We explain various phenomena related to the absorption of solar energy and the importance of maintaining the delicate balance of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere. We also study the background radiation of the universe and its characteristics and conclude by teaching you the photovoltaic process of capturing solar energy.

Introduction to Solar Energy Technology Systems

What Solar Power Looks Like

Solar Power Worldwide

In this module, learn about the many ways that solar power can be used and the technologies that are used to harness the energy of the sun. Learn about what solar power looks like in different situations and who the world leaders in solar power are.

Why Solar and What is Preventing It?

The Installation of PV Systems: An Overview

How to Encourage Solar Energy

In this module, learn about the consequences of fossil fuels and the barriers to the expansion of solar energy. Furthermore, learn what you need to know when installing a PV system. Lastly, learn about the ways that solar can be encouraged to, hopefully, reduce the use of fossil fuels in the world.

Solar Energy - Solar Technology and Its Use Worldwide - Final Assessment

This free online course explains the use of solar technology to avoid the consequences of over-reliance on fossil fuels.

Solar Energy - Solar Technology and Its Use Worldwide

This course teaches you about solar technology and its ability to combat the effects of global climate change. As fossil fuels become less profitable and sustainable, renewable energy has emerged as the obvious answer to ecological sustainability. Despite its importance, solar power generation technologies are rare and poorly understood. Sign up for this course to take your place on the front lines of the fight against climate change.

Definition and Characteristics of Sustainability

Flavours of Sustainable Architecture

Indicators and Terminologies in Sustainable Architecture

Process of Designing Green Buildings

Green Building Rating and Components

This module explains what is meant by sustainable architecture and the various terminology around it. It also explores the concept of green buildings and their certifying agencies around the world.

Fundamentals of Thermal Comfort

Climatic Considerations and Physiological Objectives of Design

Fundamentals of Climate Responsive Buildings

Analyzing Climatic Conditions

Visual and Acoustic Comfort

This module looks at the climatic considerations and comfort aspects of building design, including thermal, visual and acoustic comfort.

Sustainable Architecture: Climatic Considerations and Green Buildings - Course Assessment

In this free online course, you will learn about the basic characteristics of sustainable building architecture.

Sustainable Architecture: Climatic Considerations and Green Buildings

This free online green architecture course explains what is meant by sustainable architecture and the terminologies around it. This includes the concept of architecture green buildings and their certifying agencies around the world. The climatic considerations and comfort aspects of building design, including thermal, visual and acoustic comfort are explored. The tools and strategies to achieve the desired levels of comfort are also discussed.