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Introduction to Renewable Energy

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Short course

Online

Free

Welcome to the world of renewable energy!

  • Type

    Short course

  • Level

    Beginner

  • Methodology

    Online

  • Class hours

    6h

  • Duration

    1 Day

  • Start date

    Different dates available

  • Online campus

    Yes

  • Support service

    Yes

Free course to learn the basics of clean energy!

Emagister adds to its catalogue the Introduction to renewable energy course endorsed by Solar Energy International (SEI). It's a free course that covers the basics of renewable energy, and is a great introduction for those new to the field, those who are looking to make a career change, or those who just want to learn more about energy from the sun, wind, and water, energy efficiency, and the basics of electricity. Join the tens of thousands of individuals who have gotten their first taste of renewable energy in RE100- you won’t emerge as an expert, but you will learn a lot about the different technologies and trends, what situations are more appropriate for one type of renewable energy system versus another, and how to make a difference with your own energy consumption. This course also serves as a great introduction to SEI’s online campus.

If you are interested in learning more do not hesitate to contact Solar Energy International (SEI) through Emagister.co.uk.

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Location

Start date

Online

Start date

Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course

Why renewable energy?
Conservation and efficiency
Basics of electricity
Solar thermal
Solar electricity
Wind power
Micro-hydro
Other renewable energy technologies
Appropriate technology for the developing world
The economics of renewable energy

This course is a great first step for a career-focused individual to understand the world of renewable energy possibilities, and also serves as an introduction to Solar Energy International’s Online Campus

There are no requirements to take this course

The development of this course was funded in part by the Putnam Foundation.

This course is made up of ten lessons developed by SEI's highly experienced instructors. Each lesson contain a lecture-capture video presentation by an SEI instructor, readings, a quiz, and discussion forums. Your work will be saved as you go and you can return to it later for up to 120 days after you register.

Yes. Upon completion of the course with passing grade of 70% or better – you will receive a printable SEI Record of Completion. This course is a total of 6 contact training hours.

No, we will never request your credit card information to take this course. This course is 100% free for life.

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Reviews

3.8
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  • thank you
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  • It was cool, my first course so a little difficult but really great thank you !
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BENDJAMAA Ibrahim

5.0
17/06/2022
About the course: i'am student option renewble energy
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

Bunuqhobo Ncube

2.0
01/03/2022
About the course: thank you
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

Balthazar Ratouit

3.0
31/12/2021
About the course: It was cool, my first course so a little difficult but really great thank you !
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

Sudhansu Rayaguru

5.0
13/06/2021
About the course: It excellent!
Would you recommend this course?: Yes
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Subjects

  • Renewable Energy
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    1 students say they acquired this skill

  • Energy Efficiency
    1

    1 students say they acquired this skill

  • Solar Energy
    2

    2 students say they acquired this skill

  • Wind Energy
    1

    1 students say they acquired this skill

  • Hydropower
  • Solar Panel
  • Energy Management
  • Environmental Impact
    1

    1 students say they acquired this skill

  • Environmental Sustainability
    1

    1 students say they acquired this skill

  • Environmental Conservation
  • Energy from the sun
    1

    1 students say they acquired this skill

  • Electricity
  • Energy consumption
    1

    1 students say they acquired this skill

  • Energy Markets
  • International
  • Environmental Science
  • Sustainable Energy Systems
    1

    1 students say they acquired this skill

  • Management
  • Health Management
  • Engineering Science

Teachers and trainers (1)

Will White

Will White

PV Curriculum Developer

Will is a NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional and NABCEP Certified Solar Heating Installer working in the renewable energy industry since 2005 when his started as an installer for RGS Energy, where he worked for 10 years taking many roles (sales, design, project management) and he eventually became the Director of Construction for the East Coast. Will has experience in wind power, solar thermal, and all scales of PV, although he has primarily focused on residential systems. Will is now spending his time developing curriculum for SEI and teaching at Vermont Technical College.

Course programme

SEI’s Free Online Course
Welcome to the world of renewable energy! RE100 is a free course that covers the basics of renewable energy, and is a great introduction for those new to the field, those who are looking to make a career change, or those who just want to learn more about energy from the sun, wind, and water, energy efficiency, and the basics of electricity. Join the tens of thousands of individuals who have gotten their first taste of renewable energy in RE100- you won’t emerge as an expert, but you will learn a lot about the different technologies and trends, what situations are more appropriate for one type of renewable energy system versus another, and how to make a difference with your own energy consumption. This course also serves as a great introduction to SEI’s online campus.

  • Why renewable energy?
  • Conservation and efficiency
  • Basics of electricity
  • Solar thermal
  • Solar electricity
  • Wind power
  • Micro-hydro
  • Other renewable energy technologies
  • Appropriate technology for the developing world
  • The economics of renewable energy

Upon completion of the course with passing grade of 70% or better – you will receive a printable SEI Record of Completion. This course is a total of 6 contact training hours.

This course is a great first step for a career-focused individual to understand the world of renewable energy possibilities, and also serves as an introduction to Solar Energy International’s Online Campus. It is not a technical course. It is made up of ten lessons, each containing a lecture-capture video presentation by an SEI instructor, readings, a quiz, and discussion forums. Your work will be saved as you go and you can return to it later for up to 120 days after you register.

The development of this course was funded in part by the Putnam Foundation.

Introduction to Renewable Energy

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