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      University of Pennsylvania

      English for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Vocabulary, Climate Change Adaptation, Learning Strategies, English Language, Environment, Sustainable Technologies, Scientific Methods, Materials science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Grammar

      4.8
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University at Buffalo

      Renewable Energy: Fundamentals and Job Opportunities

      Skills you'll gain: Building Design, Sustainable Technologies, Sustainable Development, Energy and Utilities, Electrical Power, Sustainable Architecture, Sustainable Engineering, Workforce Planning, Gap Analysis, Climate Change Mitigation, Training Programs, Emerging Technologies, Professional Networking, Semiconductors

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      225 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      École Polytechnique

      Hydro, Wind & Solar power: Resources, Variability & Forecast

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Climate Change Mitigation, Electrical Power, Sustainable Design, Hydrology, Electric Power Systems, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Water Resource Management, Predictive Modeling, Environment, Estimation, Hydraulics, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Of Measurement, Physical Science, Numerical Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      148 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Caltech

      The Science of the Solar System

      Skills you'll gain: Science and Research, Research, Physical Science, Scientific Methods, Life Sciences, Environmental Science, Physics, Water Resources, Advanced Mathematics, Chemistry, Environment, Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University at Buffalo

      Energy Production, Distribution & Safety

      Skills you'll gain: Personal protective equipment, Electrical Substation, Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Environmental Regulations, Energy and Utilities, Basic Electrical Systems, Oil and Gas, Safety Training, Electrical Equipment, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Hazard Analysis, Workforce Development, Billing, Sustainable Development, Safety Standards, Sustainable Technologies, Supply Chain, Regulatory Affairs

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Electric Vehicle Systems and Technologies

      Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Thermal Management, Electrical Safety, Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electronic Systems, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Systems, Embedded Software, Electronic Components, Energy and Utilities, HVAC, Basic Electrical Systems, Sustainable Technologies, Automation, Environmental Issue, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Geospatial Information and Technology

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      202 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidades Anáhuac

      Ingeniería de la energía

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Electric Power Systems, Sustainable Engineering, Sustainable Technologies, Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Development, Oil and Gas, Hydraulics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Operational Efficiency, Case Studies

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Energía total: Producción, transporte y almacenamiento

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Thermal Management, Transportation Operations, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Technologies, Sustainable Engineering, Electric Power Systems, Production Process, Materials science, Emerging Technologies

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University at Buffalo

      Electric Power Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Substation, Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Energy and Utilities, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Safety, Low Voltage, High Voltage, Sustainable Technologies, Emerging Technologies

      4.7
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Electric Industry Operations and Markets

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Energy and Utilities, Basic Electrical Systems, Market Dynamics, Operating Cost, Plant Operations and Management, Operational Efficiency, Environmental Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Dispatching

      4.8
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      Duke University

      Oil & Gas Industry Operations and Markets

      Skills you'll gain: Oil and Gas, Market Dynamics, Energy and Utilities, Transportation Operations, Operations, Production Process, Market Trend, Cost Estimation, Market Analysis, Natural Resource Management

      4.8
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      Dartmouth College

      Introduction to Environmental Science

      Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Demography, Energy and Utilities, Sustainable Development, Biology, Hydrology, Water Quality, Nutrition and Diet, Oil and Gas, Electric Power Systems, Systems Thinking, Water Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Sustainable Technologies, Physics, Climate Change Mitigation, Construction, Chemistry

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular solar energy courses

    • English for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics: University of Pennsylvania
    • Renewable Energy: Fundamentals and Job Opportunities: University at Buffalo
    • Hydro, Wind & Solar power: Resources, Variability & Forecast: École Polytechnique
    • The Science of the Solar System: Caltech
    • Energy Production, Distribution & Safety: University at Buffalo
    • Electric Vehicle Systems and Technologies: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Ingeniería de la energía : Universidades Anáhuac
    • Energía total: Producción, transporte y almacenamiento: Universidad de los Andes
    • Electric Power Systems: University at Buffalo
    • Electric Industry Operations and Markets: Duke University

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