Online Course: Power Sources
Get control of land power safety and learn how to harness wind and solar energy
This course focus on 230V on the boat, including shore power, inverter, solar panels and wind generator. Among other things, you’ll learn:
Safety around use and work with shore power
Requirements for 230V installations
Requirements for cable types, connectors and connections
Inverters
Solar panels and wind generators
€56,00
Course Content
- Online video course on power sources
- 120 minute video lesson
- Theory, examples and in-action videos
- Can be viewed on computer, tablet and mobile
- 3 years unlimited access to the videos
- 6-page e-book and slides for download
- Admission as soon as the course is paid
- Technical support via email
- Personal certificate
Power Sources
This course deals with 230V on the boat, including shore power, solar panels, and wind generator.
You will learn about safety around general use and work with shore power.
Did you know, for example, that you should always connect the 230V cable in the boat first and then on land? It can be life-threatening if you are so unlucky to fall into the water with an attached cable.
The special requirements for 230V installations on the boat are reviewed. If, for example, you have other 230V equipment than a double insulated charger onboard, there is a requirement that there must be an electrical panel with an HPFI relay.
Also, the course goes into detail with requirements and good advice for cable types, connectors, connections, etc.
You will also learn about inverters and connecting these. An inverter converts 12V or 24V from the battery bank to 230V. The course covers how to use a converter and the difference between good and less good quality inverters. It also covers what to be aware of when choosing an inverter and how they are connected correctly.
Finally, the course reviews solar panels and wind generators. Here the difference between the types, efficiency, installation, connection of several panels, and regulations are explained.
Your Teacher
Lars Doktor Kristensen
With more than 20 years of experience in electricity and electrical equipment on everything from small pleasure boats to luxury yachts and large container ships through his own business, Lars knows what he is talking about.
Throughout the years, Lars has hosted several events in boat clubs in North Zealand. Therefore, he knows what type of knowledge is needed among sailors.
As a certified instructor, Lars is the perfect conveyer. His aim is to spread awareness of electrical safety across the world.