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Solar Energy Courses

Solar energy courses can help you learn photovoltaic systems, solar thermal technologies, energy storage solutions, and grid integration. You can build skills in site assessment, system design, and performance analysis, as well as understanding regulatory frameworks and financing options. Many courses introduce tools like solar design software, simulation programs, and project management platforms that are essential for planning and implementing solar projects.


Popular Solar Energy Courses and Certifications


  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Municipal Solid Waste Management in Developing Countries

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Engineering, Environmental Management Systems, Pollution Prevention, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Technologies, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Issue, Governance, Environmental Policy, Community Development

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    3.5K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    AI for Mechanical Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Methods, AI Enablement, Precision Medicine, Generative AI, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Transfer Learning, Biomedical Engineering, Control Systems, Energy and Utilities, Technical Design, Robotics, Deep Learning, Computer Vision, Medical Imaging, Reinforcement Learning, Electric Power Systems, Bioinformatics

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    147 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • R

    Rice University

    Introduction to Mechanics

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Physics, Problem Solving, Mechanical Engineering, Calculus, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Graphing, Physical Science, Mathematical Modeling, Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Geometry, Trigonometry

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    302 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Act on Climate: Steps to Individual, Community, and Political Action

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Climate Change Adaptation, Social Impact, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Design, Driving engagement

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    199 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDHEC Business School

    Climate Change and Sustainable Investing

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Climate Change Mitigation, Portfolio Management, Investment Management, Project Finance, Environmental Policy, Financial Market, Securities (Finance), Economics, Finance, Asset Management, Energy and Utilities, Climate Change Adaptation, Investments, Corporate Finance, Cost Benefit Analysis, Policy Analysis, Engineering, Systems Of Measurement, Environment

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    417 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Converter Circuits

    Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Semiconductors, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Electrical Power, Electronics Engineering, Electronic Components, Simulation and Simulation Software

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.4K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Geneva

    Particle Physics: an Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, electromagnetics, Materials science, Laboratory Equipment, Physical Science, Radiation Protection, Experimentation, Mechanics, Research

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    964 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The Pennsylvania State University

    Dairy Production and Management

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Sustainability Standards, Manufacturing and Production, Market Dynamics, Water Resource Management, Business Economics, Biotechnology, Production Management, Environmental Management Systems, Climate Change Mitigation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.5K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    ISAE-SUPAERO

    Flight mechanics - The basis

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Simulations, Engineering Calculations, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Analysis, Systems Of Measurement

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    494 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Resource and Waste Management in Buildings

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Architecture, Waste Minimization, Environmental Engineering, Water Sustainability, Sustainable Design, Environment and Resource Management, Water Resource Management, Energy and Utilities, Sustainable Technologies, Building Codes, HVAC, Construction, Stormwater Management, Architectural Engineering, Building Design, Construction Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    21 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • É

    École normale supérieure

    Les transitions énergétique & écologique dans les pays du Sud

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Economic Development, Energy and Utilities, Financial Systems, Climate Change Mitigation, Sustainable Business, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Economics, Governance, Public Policies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    393 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Become a Sustainable Business Change Agent

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainability Reporting, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Organizational Change, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Design, Proposal Development, Stakeholder Analysis, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Supply Chain Management, Sustainability Standards, Leadership and Management, Environmental Issue, Change Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Financial Analysis, Energy and Utilities, Systems Thinking, Stakeholder Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    368 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular solar energy courses

  • Municipal Solid Waste Management in Developing Countries: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • AI for Mechanical Engineers: University of Michigan
  • Introduction to Mechanics: Rice University
  • Act on Climate: Steps to Individual, Community, and Political Action: University of Michigan
  • Climate Change and Sustainable Investing: EDHEC Business School
  • Converter Circuits: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Particle Physics: an Introduction: University of Geneva
  • Dairy Production and Management: The Pennsylvania State University
  • Flight mechanics - The basis: ISAE-SUPAERO
  • Resource and Waste Management in Buildings: L&T EduTech

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