After successful completion of the module students should be able to:

-        explain the concepts of physical processes governing the surface solar irradiance available for solar energy applications

-        model the solar radiation and show their expertise in application, adaptation and development of models

-        discuss state-of-the-art-methods in satellite-based irradiance estimation and solar power forecasting

-        categorize and feature different PV systems (PV on-grid, PV off-grid, PV pumping, PV-hybrid)

-        explain concepts behind PV system design
-        explain the operation principles of PV systems