University at Buffalo
Solar Energy for Engineers, Architects and Code Inspectors Specialization

Cultivate your career with expert-led programs, job-ready certificates, and 10,000 ways to grow. All for $25/month, billed annually. Save now

University at Buffalo

Solar Energy for Engineers, Architects and Code Inspectors Specialization

Start your career in solar energy. Acquire foundational knowledge of photovoltaic technology.

Gay E Canough

Instructor: Gay E Canough

16,717 already enrolled

Included with Coursera Plus

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
4.7

(1,063 reviews)

Beginner level

Recommended experience

1 month
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
4.7

(1,063 reviews)

Beginner level

Recommended experience

1 month
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Recognize the elements of a well-designed PV system

  • Describe types of PV systems

  • Analyze PV system and project requirements

  • Identify national, state, and local requirements for solar PV systems

Details to know

Shareable certificate

Add to your LinkedIn profile

Taught in English

Advance your subject-matter expertise

  • Learn in-demand skills from university and industry experts
  • Master a subject or tool with hands-on projects
  • Develop a deep understanding of key concepts
  • Earn a career certificate from University at Buffalo
Placeholder
Placeholder

Earn a career certificate

Add this credential to your LinkedIn profile, resume, or CV

Share it on social media and in your performance review

Placeholder

Specialization - 3 course series

Solar Energy Systems Overview

Course 19 hours4.7 (838 ratings)

What you'll learn

  • Differentiate the value of solar energy versus alternatives

  • Explain how PV works in technical and economic terms, and identify its components

  • Estimate solar system costs

Skills you'll gain

Category: PV system operation
Category: Clean energy
Category: Solar economics
Category: Photovoltaics (PV)

Solar Energy and Electrical System Design

Course 216 hours4.7 (698 ratings)

What you'll learn

  • Analyze advantages and disadvantages of various PV systems

  • Evaluate PV system requirements

  • Identify key PV design considerations and planning tools

Skills you'll gain

Category: PV system sizing
Category: Electrical Design
Category: PV system design
Category: Mechanical Design
Category: PV systems

Solar Energy Codes, Permitting and Zoning

Course 313 hours4.6 (125 ratings)

What you'll learn

  • Articulate PV system building code essentials

  • Describe the site inspection process

  • Identify code and zoning rule considerations

  • Explain key design elements and points for inspection

Skills you'll gain

Category: Building Codes
Category: Permitting
Category: PV systems
Category: Site inspection

Instructor

Gay E Canough
University at Buffalo
3 Courses37,523 learners

Offered by

Industry partners

Partner 1

Why people choose Coursera for their career

Felipe M.
Learner since 2018
"To be able to take courses at my own pace and rhythm has been an amazing experience. I can learn whenever it fits my schedule and mood."
Jennifer J.
Learner since 2020
"I directly applied the concepts and skills I learned from my courses to an exciting new project at work."
Larry W.
Learner since 2021
"When I need courses on topics that my university doesn't offer, Coursera is one of the best places to go."
Chaitanya A.
"Learning isn't just about being better at your job: it's so much more than that. Coursera allows me to learn without limits."
Placeholder

Open new doors with Coursera Plus

Unlimited access to 10,000+ world-class courses, hands-on projects, and job-ready certificate programs - all included in your subscription

Advance your career with an online degree

Earn a degree from world-class universities - 100% online

Join over 3,400 global companies that choose Coursera for Business

Upskill your employees to excel in the digital economy

Frequently asked questions