| Date and Time | 27th July, 2024 to 10th October, 2024, 11.00 a.m. to 01.00 p.m. |
| Venue | CAD-CAM lab (D-312), Engineering building, PHCET, Rasayani Zoom Meeting: https://pillaieduin.zoom.us/j/85299709940?pwd=KFVlrWm9EaJrnOcN2Zpke06gye5CQS.1 |
| Resource Person | Nikhil Thejesh V, Prime Minister's Research Fellow, Energy Science and Engineering, IIT Bombay |
| Coordinator | Ms. Ashwini Kadam, Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, PHCET, Rasayani |
| Department | Mechanical Engineering |
A 42-hour value-added course on “Advances in Renewable Energy Sources,” was conducted by Pillai HOC College of Engineering and Technology, Rasayani, in collaboration with the Prime Minister’s Research Fellowship (PMRF), Energy Science and Engineering, IIT Bombay. The course, held from 27th July 2024 to 10th October 2024, provided an in-depth understanding of the latest developments and technological advancements in the field of renewable energy.
Course Objectives
The course aimed to:
- Equip participants with advanced knowledge of renewable energy technologies and their applications.
- Provide insights into energy system architectures, energy economics, and policy frameworks.
- Explore emerging trends in energy modeling, simulation, and technological integration.
- Foster a deeper understanding of sustainability challenges in the context of global energy demands.
Course Content
The course covered the following key modules:
- Energy Status Quo
- Architecture of Power Systems
- Energy Economics
- Solar Energy
- Energy Policy
- Modelling and Simulation
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, students gained:
- A deep understanding of the current status and future projections for energy systems, especially the role of renewable energy.
- Knowledge of energy system architectures and how to integrate renewable sources effectively.
- Insights into the economic, environmental, and policy considerations that drive renewable energy adoption.
- Practical skills in energy modeling and simulation techniques that optimize energy systems for efficiency and sustainability.
Conclusion:
The course on “Advances in Renewable Energy Sources” has provided students with essential knowledge and skills to understand and contribute to the renewable energy sector. The insights gained will help students to apply innovative solutions in academic contexts.
