Day Two

 

Day Two is a deep dive into PVsyst.

Trainees build upon the foundation laid on Day One, learn the nuances of PVsyst, and get extensive practice modeling projects using case studies provided by Solvida or supplied by students with a specific project or project type they need to model.

 
 
 

PVsyst Simulation Process

Understand the step-by-step PVsyst utilizes to generate solar power generation including climate, irradiance, orientation and system components.

At the end of this section, you will be able to identify the sequence of steps PVsyst takes to determine a project's energy output.

Build Up a Simulation

Learn to build, store and use a PVsyst power performance estimate in PVsyst software.

At the end of this section, you will be able to modify/set-up PVsyst program for future power simulations, develop in-house knowledge of PVsyst, and set up projects for easy plug and chug work.

Learn Quick and Easy Shading Analysis

Learn how to make sure shading is considered in your power simulation via 2 methods - quick/easy and detailed.

At the end of this section, you will be able to assess shading losses for each project they simulate.

Custom Engineering

Learn to properly manipulate System Tab to maximize system output.

At the end of this section, you will be able to use custom options within Detailed Losses tab to maximize performance.

Simulating Loss Factors

Learn to properly manipulate System Tab to maximize system output.

At the end of this section, you will be able to use custom options within Detailed Losses tab to maximize performance.

RFP Responses

Learn to produce various targeted PVsyst reports for use in RFP responses.

At the end of this section, you will be able to produce PVsyst reports for RFP responses, analysis and other uses.

8760 Spreadsheets

Learn how to generate 8760 spreadsheets from PVsyst simulations. Use PVsyst options to generate a 8760 hour power output spreadsheet.

At the end of this section, you will be able to provide insight as to hourly production of energy from a project.

Wrapping Up

Review best practices when using PVsyst.

At the end of this section, you will be able to set up consistent performance modeling parameters in PVsyst and generate performance simulations.