Program Description

The objective of the course "Renewable Energy (Geothermal, Wind, Solar, and Battery): Technologies, Applications, and Policies" is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of various renewable energy technologies, including geothermal, wind, solar, and battery storage systems. Students will learn about the principles, design, and practical applications of these technologies in the context of renewable energy generation and sustainability. The course aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to analyze, evaluate, and implement renewable energy projects and understand the policies and regulations that govern their deployment.

Key Highlights

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Comprehensive Curriculum: Covering a wide range of topics, including upstream, downstream, management, hydrogen-biofuels.

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Industry-Relevant Knowledge: Understanding of the latest advancements, emerging technologies, and best practices in energy and petrochemical sectors.

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Practical Applications: Case studies and projects.

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Expert Faculty: Profound faculty members with extensive industry expertise.

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Interdisciplinary Approach: Combining engineering principles, financial analysis, environmental considerations, and technological advancements.

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Collaboration and Networking: Fostering a supportive learning environment and providing opportunities for mentorship and career development.

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Career Prospects: Career opportunities in energy companies, petrochemical industries, consulting firms, government agencies, and research institutions.

Learning Format

Online

Duration

3 Months 4 sessions/week 2 live sessions/month Each recorded session will be 25 minutes and uploaded to the server and participants can get access.

Certified by

IITM Pravartak Technologies Foundation
Technology Innovation Hub (TIH) of IIT Madras and
Zemblance

Program Fee

Rs. 15,000 + 18% GST for current students
Rs. 30,000 + 18% GST for contract employees
Rs. 40,000 + 18% GST for working professionals

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Program Brochure

Education Qualification

Graduation in Engineering - Petroleum/Chemical/Mechanical/Civil/Mining/
Electrical/Electronics and Masters in Geophysics/Geology/Applied
Geology from recognized university (UGC/AICTE/DEC/AIU/State Government). 
For International Participants - Students / Graduation or equivalent degree from any recognized University or Institution in their respective country.

Suggested Prerequisites

Fundamental knowledge of science, engineering, energy sector

Lead Faculty

Dr. K. Srinivas Reddy, Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, IIT Madras

Dr. R K Malhotra, Former Chairman and Director (R&D), IOCL; Professor of Practice, IIT Delhi

Dr. SSV Ramakumar, Director (R&D), IOCL

Learning Schedule

Overview of renewable energy sources and their importance, Global energy demand and the need for renewable energy transition, Environmental and sustainability aspects of renewable energy

Geothermal resource assessment and exploration techniques
Geothermal power plant design and operation, Case studies of geothermal energy projects

Wind resource assessment and wind turbine technology, Wind farm design and performance optimization, Case studies of wind energy projects

Solar radiation principles and solar resource assessment, Photovoltaic (PV) technology and system design, Concentrated solar power (CSP) systems and applications, Case studies of solar energy projects

Energy storage technologies and their role in renewable energy integration, Battery technologies, performance characteristics, and applications

Grid-scale and distributed battery storage systems, Case studies of battery storage projects

Production processes for biodiesel and ethanol, Feedstock selection and availability, Fuel properties and blending considerations, Applications and market trends

Fischer-Tropsch synthesis for synthetic fuel production, Gas-to-liquids (GTL) technology and applications, Coal-to-liquids (CTL) processes and challenges

Environmental impacts and sustainability considerations

Types of feedstocks for alternative fuel production, Feedstock characteristics and availability, Pre-treatment and refining techniques

Renewable energy policies, targets, and incentives
Feed-in tariffs, net metering, and renewable portfolio standards, Regulatory frameworks and permitting processes, Case studies of policy-driven renewable energy markets

Project feasibility assessment and techno-economic analysis, Financial models, incentives, and financing options, Risk assessment and mitigation strategies

Kaltschmitt, M., Streicher, W., Wiese, A. (2007). Basics of Renewable Energy Supply. In: Kaltschmitt, M., Streicher, W., Wiese, A. (eds) Renewable Energy.
Robert Ferry, Elizabeth Monoian, 2012. A Field Guide to Renewable Energy Technologies. Society for Cultural Exchange



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