Battery Energy Storage Systems
PVB 110 delves into the critical role of energy storage in modern electrical grids, focusing specifically on battery-based solutions integrated with solar photovoltaic systems. Topics include fundamental electrochemical principles, common battery chemistries and their characteristics, system sizing and configuration, power electronics interfaces, and advanced control strategies. Emphasis is placed on safety protocols, code compliance, and troubleshooting techniques essential for technician-level work. Through a combination of theoretical instruction and practical laboratory exercises, students will develop a deep understanding of BESS operational dynamics, performance optimization, and the integration challenges inherent in hybrid renewable energy systems. This course prepares students for real-world BESS deployment and servicing.
InstructorJacob CalhounPrerequisites
Course outline
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Syllabus
["Week 1: Lesson 1: Introduction to Energy Storage and Battery Fundamentals","Week 2: Lesson 2: Common Battery Chemistries and Their Characteristics","Week 3: Lesson 3: Battery Management Systems (BMS) and Protection","Week 4: Hands-on Lab: Battery Pack Assembly & BMS Configuration","Week 5: Lesson 5: Power Conversion Systems (PCS) for BESS","Week 6: Lesson 6: System Architectures: AC-Coupled vs. DC-Coupled Systems","Week 7: Lesson 7: BESS Sizing, Design Principles, and Load Analysis","Week 8: Hands-on Lab: System Sizing & Inverter Integration & Midterm Review","Week 9: Lesson 9: Safety Standards, Codes, and Permitting for BESS","Week 10: Lesson 10: Installation Best Practices and Commissioning Procedures","Week 11: Hands-on Lab: BESS Installation & Commissioning Simulation","Week 12: Lesson 12: Operation, Maintenance, and Performance Monitoring","Week 13: Lesson 13: Advanced BESS Applications and Grid Services","Week 14: Capstone Service Project: Integrated PV & BESS Design and Proposal"]