The proposed topics covered are

Year 1 (Certificate Level) – Introduction to Solar Energy

Focus: Basic understanding of renewable energy, solar principles, and introductory technical skills.

Semester 1

Introduction to Renewable Energy (4 Credits)

• Energy sources and sustainability
• Overview of solar, wind, hydro, and bio-energy
• Global and Indian energy policies

Fundamentals of Electricity & Electronics (5 Credits)

• Basics of AC/DC circuits
• Batteries, inverters, and electrical components
• Safety protocols

Basics of Solar Energy (4 Credits)

• Solar radiation and its measurement
• Solar energy technologies: PV and Thermal

Technical Drawing & CAD Basics (3 Credits)

• Introduction to technical drawings
• Basics of CAD for solar design

Practical Lab – Introduction to Solar Components (4 Credits)

• Hands-on sessions with panels, inverters, and batteries
• Basic installation and wiring

Soft Skills and Communication (3 Credits)

• Business communication
• Teamwork and leadership

Semester 2

Solar PV Technology – Basics (5 Credits)

• PV cell structure and types
• Solar panels: Monocrystalline vs. Polycrystalline
• Solar system configurations (off-grid and on-grid)

Electrical Safety & Standards (4 Credits)

• Installation safety standards (IEC, BIS)
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) usage

Energy Economics & Environmental Impact (3 Credits)

• Energy consumption trends
• Cost-benefit analysis of solar systems

Mini Project – Design of Small Solar System (4 Credits)

• Designing a small home-based PV system

Internship (3 Credits)

• Industry exposure: 2-4 weeks at a solar installation site

Year 2 (Diploma Level)

– Intermediate Solar Technologies & Business Concepts

Focus: Skill-building in solar PV installation, maintenance, and system design with exposure to hybrid technologies.

Semester 3

Advanced Solar PV System Design (6 Credits)

• System sizing and load calculation
• PV design software (PVSyst, Helioscope)

Hybrid Solar Systems (5 Credits)

• Solar-diesel and solar-wind hybrid systems
• Battery management systems

Installation and Maintenance of Solar Systems (5 Credits)

• Practical aspects of installation
• System troubleshooting and diagnostics

Power Electronics for Solar Applications (4 Credits)

• Inverters, charge controllers, and converters

Entrepreneurship Development (3 Credits)

• Basics of entrepreneurship
• Business models for solar startups

Semester 4

Solar Thermal Technology (4 Credits)

• Solar water heaters and concentrators
• Applications in agriculture and industry

Grid-Tied Solar Systems (5 Credits)

• Net metering and grid integration
• Government policies and subsidies

Energy Storage Systems (4 Credits)

• Lithium-ion and other battery technologies
• Emerging storage solutions (flow batteries, hydrogen)

Financial Modeling for Solar Projects (4 Credits)

• Project financing and cash flow management
• Feasibility studies

Mid-Level Project – 2kW System Design & Installation (5 Credits)

• Design, procurement, and installation of a 2kW solar system

Internship (4 Credits)

• Industry internship: Hands-on exposure with solar companies (4-6 weeks)

Year 3 (Degree Level)

– Advanced Topics & Project Management

Focus: Specialized knowledge, entrepreneurship, and solar project management with real-world implementation experience.

Semester 5

Solar Grid Integration & Smart Grids (6 Credits)

• Solar in microgrids and smart grids
• Energy management systems

Project Management for Solar Projects (5 Credits)

• Planning, scheduling, and resource management
• Use of project management tools (MS Project, Primavera)

Marketing & Sales of Solar Solutions (4 Credits)

• Customer segmentation and market trends
• Sales techniques and customer relationship management (CRM)

Legal & Regulatory Aspects (4 Credits)

• Government policies, schemes, and subsidies
• Environmental regulations

Capstone Project Proposal (3 Credits)

• Proposal writing for a large-scale solar project

Semester 6

Emerging Technologies in Solar (5 Credits)

• BIPV (Building-Integrated PV)
• Floating solar and Agrivoltaics
• AI and IoT in solar systems

Business Plan Development (4 Credits)

• Writing a business plan for a solar startup
• Identifying funding sources

Capstone Project – Solar Plant Installation & Management (6 Credits)

• End-to-end management of a small solar installation (5-10kW)

Green Entrepreneurship & Sustainable Practices (4 Credits)

• Business models for sustainability
• Circular economy concepts

Placement Preparation & Career Guidance (3 Credits)

• Resume writing and interview preparation
• Industry interactions and guest lectures

Final Internship / Apprenticeship (6 Credits)

• 8-12 weeks with leading solar companies or project developers.