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🌞 Welcome to Module 2: Wiring and Grounding of the "Grid-Tied Solar Energy Systems" Course!

Hello Solar Energy Enthusiast! ☀️

My goal is to make sure you will enjoy this course and gain a deep understanding of wiring, fuses, breakers, and the right design choices for your energy system. Through this course, I, Ir. Jesse Gorter, an experienced Energy Engineer, will share with you my extensive knowledge and experience in the field of renewable energy.

🚀 What's in Store for You?

We have included several short multiple-choice questions throughout the course to help you self-test your knowledge as you progress. These, along with virtual excursions to manufacturer websites, are designed to bridge the gaps between theory and real-life applications. You'll get a condensed version of all the fundamentals you need to be aware of, ensuring you receive relevant, unbiased knowledge from an experienced professional in the field.

Here's what you can expect to learn:

🔹 Module Configuration:

• Series & Parallel wiring options and their implications on cell vs. module setups.
• Understanding voltage and current flow, including Amperes (A) and Watt-hours (Wh).
• The impact of partial shading on your system's performance.

🔹 Voltage & Current:

• Amperes (I) vs. Watthours (Wh) and their importance in energy storage.

🔹 AC & DC Systems:

• Key differences between Alternating Current (AC) and Direct Current (DC).

🔹 Wiring & Connectors:

• American Wire Gauge (AWG) vs. Metric wire sizing.
• Types of connectors used in solar systems, including junction boxes.

🔹 Breakers & Fuses:

• How fuses operate and their design ratings.
• Understanding breakers, including DC specific models with Arc Extinguishing Chambers (AEC's).

🔹 Combiner Boxes:

• The role of combiner boxes in your solar system and examples of 'plug & play' options.

🔹 Grounding:

• The operating principles of grounding rods and their importance for system safety.

🎓 Course Outline:

1. Configuration: Dive into Series & Parallel wiring, exploring the nuances between cell and module configurations, and the effects of partial shading.
2. Voltage & Current: Grasp the concepts of Amperes (A) and Watthours (Wh), and their significance in your solar energy system.
3. AC & DC Systems: Learn the ins and outs of Alternating Current (AC) and Direct Current (DC) systems.
4. Wiring & Connectors: Understand AWG versus Metric wiring, the types of connectors used, and the importance of junction boxes.
5. Breakers & Fuses: Get to know how fuses operate, explore different breaker types, and learn about combiner boxes.
6. Grounding: Learn the critical aspects of grounding for safety and system integrity.

🎓 Take Action Now! Educate yourself by starting this course to make well-informed decisions for your system. Remember, Udemy offers a very generous refund policy if the course content doesn't align with your expectations.

See you soon, and happy learning! 🌟

-Jesse Gorter Renewable an Sustainable Energy Engineer, Master of Engineering Mechanical Engineer, Energy Technology, Bachelor of Engineering