Current

Intermediate

Solar Energy Basics

Coursera · Coursera · Updated March 2026

Platform rating

4.5/5

Champ rating

8.3/10

Duration

4 weeks, 3-4 hours/week

Classes

22

Explore the fundamentals of solar energy including photovoltaic technology, solar thermal systems, and renewable energy principles. Understand how solar power works, its advantages, and applications in residential and commercial settings.

What you'll get

Understand solar radiation and energy conversion principles

Explain photovoltaic and thermal solar technologies

Analyze solar energy potential and site assessment

Evaluate solar system types and applications

Compare solar energy with other renewable sources

Fit

Best for

Professionals

Not ideal for

Learners seeking only entry-level overviews

Prerequisites & pricing

Prerequisites

Basic physics and math knowledge helpful

Pricing

Free to audit, $49-79 for certificate

Certification

Certificate

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