An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

Photovoltaic (PV) and Energy Storage for Engineers

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Photovoltaic (PV) and Energy Storage for Engineers

Scheduled Dates

Classroom

07 - 11 Sep 2026
Dubai - UAE
$5,950
19 - 23 Oct 2026
Dammam - Saudi Arabia
$5,950
22 - 26 Mar 2027
Dubai - UAE
$5,950
06 - 10 Sep 2027
Dubai - UAE
$5,950
18 - 22 Oct 2027
Dammam - Saudi Arabia
$5,950

Online

07 - 11 Sep 2026
Online
$4,950
06 - 10 Sep 2027
Online
$4,950

Why Choose this Training Course?

The Photovoltaic (PV) and Energy Storage for Engineers Training Course provides a comprehensive understanding of photovoltaic systems, energy storage systems (ESS), and their interaction with electrical grids, including microgrid and off-grid configurations. This training course highlights the strong synergy between solar power generation and energy storage technologies, which together are transforming the global energy landscape.

Over the past decade, the cost of photovoltaic systems and lithium-based battery technologies has significantly declined, making these solutions increasingly accessible and competitive. As a result, the adoption of integrated PV and storage systems continues to accelerate, positioning them as key components of future energy systems.

With fossil fuel resources becoming more limited and extraction costs rising, renewable technologies such as PV and energy storage offer a sustainable and cost-effective alternative. These systems are generally based on widely available materials, and as large-scale production expands, costs continue to decrease further. In addition, growing demand from sectors such as electric mobility is contributing to ongoing reductions in battery costs.

This training course covers a wide range of topics including PV systems, energy storage technologies, grid integration, inverters, charge controllers, batteries, microgrids, site evaluation, and solar resource analysis. Participants will gain up-to-date knowledge of technological advancements and market trends shaping the future of solar and storage solutions.

What are the Goals?

By the end of this Photovoltaic (PV) and Energy Storage for Engineers Training Course, participants will be able to:

  • Confidently discuss applications of photovoltaic and energy storage systems
  • Understand market dynamics related to PV and energy storage systems
  • Anticipate future developments in PV and energy storage technology
  • Explain the advantages of various PV and energy storage applications
  • Identify appropriate configurations for integrating PV systems with energy storage

Who is this Training Course for?

This Photovoltaic (PV) and Energy Storage for Engineers Training Course is designed for professionals involved in energy systems, engineering, and power generation, particularly those interested in solar and storage technologies.

It is especially beneficial for:

  • Energy and Power Professionals
  • Electricians and Utility Engineers in power generation and distribution companies
  • Mechanical Engineers and Electrical Engineers working in the energy sector

How will this Training Course be Presented?

This training course is delivered through in-person sessions supported by a variety of effective adult learning techniques. The methodology includes structured presentations, interactive discussions, real-time feedback, quizzes, and collaborative group activities.
This approach ensures that participants not only understand the concepts but can also apply them effectively in practical engineering and operational environments.

Organisational Impact

Organizations will benefit from this Photovoltaic (PV) and Energy Storage for Engineers Training Course through:

  • Improved collaboration using up-to-date knowledge of PV and energy storage systems
  • Enhanced competitiveness by staying informed about developments in this rapidly evolving sector
  • Ability to provide accurate and relevant information to customers and stakeholders
  • Reduced risk of costly errors by selecting appropriate technologies for specific applications
  • Consistent use of correct technical terminology across teams
  • Improved capability to address PV and energy storage technologies effectively within operations

Personal Impact

Participants will gain:

  • Practical skills in photovoltaic and energy storage systems
  • Increased confidence when working with PV and ESS technologies
  • Understanding of how PV and storage systems integrate with electrical grids
  • Deeper insight into system interactions between PV, ESS, and grid infrastructure
  • Ability to analyze energy flow within integrated PV and energy storage systems

Daily Agenda

Day 1: Markets and Applications
  • Common types of Photovoltaic (PV) System Applications
  • Key contributions to the development of technology
  • Grid-connected Photovoltaic (PV)
  • Grid-connected Photovoltaic (PV) with Batteries
  • Stand-alone Systems
  • Microgrids with Photovoltaic (PV)
Day 2: Photovoltaic (PV) Electricity Basics and Safety Basics
  • Solar Power vs. Solar Energy
  • Multimeters: Measuring Photovoltaic (PV) Voltage, Current, and Resistance
  • Maximum power point tracking and IV (current/voltage) curves
  • Generation, Transmission, and Distribution
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Fall Protection
  • Shock Prevention
Day 3: Solar Energy Fundamentals and Photovoltaic (PV) Module Fundamentals
  • Irradiance, Irradiation, Insolation, Peak Sun Hours and AC Energy
  • Sun paths, Solar Time, and Latitudes
  • Shading and Inter-row Spacing
  • Global, Diffuse, Direct, Albedo Solar Radiation, Pyranometers, and Pyrheliometers
  • Photovoltaic (PV) Cells, Modules, Panels, and Arrays
  • Silicon and Thin Film Technologies
Day 4: System Components and Photovoltaic (PV) System Sizing
  • Inverters, Islanding, and Anti-islanding
  • Optimizers (DC-to-DC converters)
  • Balance of Systems
  • String Sizing (Temperature Voltage Calculations)
  • Calculating Annual Energy Production
  • Sizing Grid-connected and Battery Photovoltaic (PV) systems
Day 5: Electrical and Mechanical Design, and Operations & Maintenance
  • Photovoltaic (PV) System Single and Three-line Diagrams
  • Photovoltaic (PV) to Inverter Ratios, Clipping, and Batteries
  • Racking Systems without and with Tracking
  • Piles, Earth Screws, Ballasts and Roofing Attachments
  • Cleaning Photovoltaic (PV) Systems in Different Climates
  • Operations & Maintenance Best Practices including IV Curve Tracing and Monitoring

Certificate

  • On successful completion of this Training Course / Online Training Course, a PetroKnowledge Certificate / E-Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.

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