Course Information
Course Overview
Learn manual design, component selection & financial analysis through a real case study of rooftop solar power.
This course is a complete, step-by-step guide to mastering the design of a 10kW on-grid rooftop solar power plant through a real-life case study approach. It is designed to take learners from the very basics of solar rooftop design to professional-level expertise in manual calculations, component selection, and project documentation.
By combining scientific concepts with practical design methods, this course enables you to analyze, size, and optimize a rooftop solar system for maximum performance. Students will gain a deep understanding of solar components, system design principles, and energy generation estimation, preparing them for real-world solar projects and careers in the renewable energy sector.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Understand the basic concepts of rooftop solar installation design.
Perform manual design calculations for rooftop solar systems.
Estimate power generation and energy yield.
Select the right components (modules, inverters, mounting structures, cables, etc.).
Create a complete Bill of Materials (BOM) for a 10kW rooftop project.
Analyze site conditions, rooftop orientation, and tilt angle for maximum efficiency.
Document a case study-based design for academic, professional, or entrepreneurial use.
Course Syllabus (Module-wise)
Introduction to On-Grid Rooftop Solar Systems
Basics of solar PV and on-grid systems
Importance and applications of 10kW systems
Energy Demand Estimation & Load Profiling
Manual demand estimation techniques
Understanding daily, monthly, and annual consumption
System Design Principles
Sizing of solar modules
String sizing and inverter selection
Mounting structures and rooftop considerations
Component Selection
Solar PV modules: types & performance
Inverters: string, central, and micro-inverters
Balance of system (BoS): cables, fuses, junction boxes
Performance Estimation
Calculation of solar energy generation
Performance ratio, efficiency, and losses
Financial Estimation & Feasibility
CAPEX & OPEX for 10kW rooftop system
Payback period and ROI calculations
Case Study: 10kW On-Grid Rooftop Solar Project
Step-by-step manual design
Bill of Materials (BOM) preparation
Final report presentation
Teaching & Learning Methods
Conceptual Lectures to build strong fundamentals.
Step-by-step Manual Calculations for hands-on learning.
Case Study-Based Learning for practical exposure.
Assignments & Quizzes to test understanding.
Capstone Project: Design of a complete 10kW rooftop system.
Target Audience
Students: Engineering, diploma, or science students looking for project experience.
Solar Technicians: To enhance knowledge of optimum system design.
Job Seekers: Preparing for careers in the solar industry.
Entrepreneurs: Exploring opportunities in solar installation businesses.
Researchers & Academics: Interested in solar rooftop design case studies.
Prerequisites
Basic understanding of electricity and physics (Ohm’s law, power, energy).
Familiarity with mathematics and simple calculations.
No prior solar knowledge is required – beginners are welcome!
Benefits of the Course
Gain complete design knowledge of rooftop solar power plants.
Ability to independently design and document a 10kW system.
Learn from a real case study-based approach.
Acquire skills that are directly applicable in the solar industry.
Enhance employability and entrepreneurial opportunities.
Receive a certificate of completion for career advancement.
Career Opportunities
This course prepares you for roles such as:
Solar PV System Designer
Solar Project Engineer
Rooftop Solar Installation Consultant
Technical Sales & Design Executive in EPC companies
Energy Auditor for Solar Projects
Entrepreneur in Solar EPC/Consultancy
Key Highlights
Step-by-step manual design approach
Real-world 10kW case study
Focus on both technical and financial aspects
Industry-ready skills for immediate application
Start your journey today and master the art of designing on-grid rooftop solar systems with confidence.
Course Content
- 10 section(s)
- 34 lecture(s)
- Section 1 Manual Feasibility Study Report Generation with Google Earth and Google Sketchup
- Section 2 Solar Panel, Solar Strings and Solar Array Sizing
- Section 3 Energy Yield Estimation and Performance of Solar System
- Section 4 Energy Yield Estimation in PVWatt Calculator
- Section 5 Selection of Components of 10kW of Solar System and its Datasheets
- Section 6 Circuit Diagram of 10kW On Grid Solar System
- Section 7 Buying of Material for 10kW Capacity
- Section 8 10kW Solar Plant Financial Model Considering 100% Equity and 0% Loan Investment
- Section 9 Summary of Design of 10kW Rooftop Solar System
- Section 10 Assessment Test
What You’ll Learn
- How to Gather Basic Information about Site, Roof top Area Assessment in Google earth software, Manual Assessment of Roof Orientation and Material of Construction, Generation of Sunpath Chart, Substation Details and Metering Room Details, Collection of Utility Electricity Bills and Calculation of Average Power Demand, Recommendation on Optimum Solar Installation Capacity, Generation of Feasibility Study Report in Word Document, Selection Of Solar Panels And Array Sizing, Design And Placement Of Solar Array, Introduction to Google sketch up Software, Preparation of Model in Google sketchup Software, Mounting of Solar Panels over Roof and Shadow Analysis in Sketch up Software, Energy Yield Estimation, Calculation of Energy yield estimation, Specific Energy Yield Estimation and Performance Ratio, Monthly Energy Generation by Solar Power Plant, Monthly Energy Generation of Solar Power Plant in PVWatt, Selection of Inverter and Number of MPPTs, Selection of ACDB and DCDB (String Combiner Box), Selection of Solar Net Meter, Design Of DC Cable, Design Of AC Cable (Armoured Cable), Design of Mounting Structure, Detail Circuit Diagram of 10kW On Grid Rooftop Solar System, List of Material required for 10kW Solar Plant Construction, Projected Cost of the Project, 10kW Solar Plant Financial Model Considering 100% Equity and 0% Loan Investment, Profit and Loss Account, Tax Calculation, Cash Flow Analysis, Calculation of Equity turn around, IRR, NPV and Payback Period, Summary of Model, Design Report of 10kW of Rooftop Solar System in Microsoft word
Skills covered in this course
Reviews
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PPuneet Lagoo
The instructor explains the concepts without giving any idea on why it's important, explaining without context is difficult to understand the bigger picture. Requires more friendly approach rather than just reading bullet points from a ppt
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MMuhammad Waqar
It's real solar design engineer content.
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nnismat fatima
teacher just reads the slides somewhere it need to be explained.
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AAmrullah Farad Sunaryo
Not all of the course documents are avail. The design of PPT can be better.