Module: Renewables
This certificate module combines five complementary short courses in a structured learning path.
Participants build a broad understanding of renewable energy systems and sustainable power generation, from the fundamentals of photovoltaics, wind and water power to solar thermal technologies and geothermal energy applications. The module covers key technologies, system components, resource assessment methods, energy conversion processes, grid integration, and techno-economic evaluation approaches, providing a comprehensive overview of modern renewable energy solutions and their role in the global energy transition.
General Information
| Dates | Nov 16 - 28, 2026 |
| Duration | 10 days |
| Location | On campus - Karlsruhe |
| Language | English |
| ECTS | 6 |
| Cost | 3,950 € |
Further questions?
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Senior Program Consultant
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Program Structure
The full certificate module consists of five interconnected short courses. While each course can be attended individually, the complete module offers a coherent learning journey through renewable energy technologies, covering the fundamentals of photovoltaics, wind power, hydropower, solar thermal technologies, and geothermal energy systems, as well as their practical applications.
Photovoltaics
Introduction to photovoltaic energy systems, solar cell technologies, system components, and methods for performance assessment and integration.
| Date | Nov 16 - 17, 2026 |
| Duration | 2 days |
Wind Power
Introduction to wind energy systems, wind turbine technologies, system components, and methods for performance assessment, grid integration, and techno-economic evaluation.
| Date | Nov 18 and 25, 2026 |
| Duration | 2 days |
Solar Power
Introduction to thermal solar energy systems, physical principles, material and component technologies, and performance and economic evaluation methods.
| Date | Nov 19 - 20, 2026 |
| Duration | 2 days |
Water Power
Introduction to hydropower systems, energy conversion principles, technologies, and the operation, maintenance, and development of water and ocean energy systems.
| Date | Nov 23 - 24, 2026 |
| Duration | 2 days |
Geothermal Power
Introduction to thermal solar energy systems, physical principles, material and component technologies, and performance and economic evaluation methods.
| Date | Nov 26 - 27, 2026 |
| Duration | 2 days |
How the Courses Fit Together
Participants first build a foundation in renewable energy technologies and energy conversion principles, then explore photovoltaic, wind power, and hydropower systems, and finally deepen their knowledge through solar thermal and geothermal energy applications.
Who Should Attend
This module is designed for professionals seeking a structured introduction to renewable energy technologies and sustainable power systems, with a focus on photovoltaics, wind and water power, as well as solar thermal and geothermal energy applications.
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Engineers and technical professionals interested in renewable energy systems, photovoltaic technologies, and energy conversion principles
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Energy consultants, planners, architects, and project managers involved in the design, integration, and operation of energy infrastructure
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Professionals in energy policy, sustainability, business, and investment seeking to understand decarbonization pathways, energy markets, and renewable energy economics
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Researchers and academics looking to strengthen their knowledge of renewable energy technologies, materials, and energy system modeling
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Professionals who want a coherent learning path from foundational renewable energy concepts to specialized applications and system analysis
Ready to Join the Full Module?
Book the complete module to benefit from a coherent learning journey across all three certificate courses.