European PVT Hybrid Systems Academy
Professional training in the installation, hydraulics, and optimisation of PVT panels — in partnership with VUT Brno, TU Wien, and TVZ Zagreb.
About the Academy
The European PVT Systems Education Academy is an international training platform focused on practical instruction in PVT hybrid systems, heat pumps, and modern HVAC technologies.
The Academy was established through the collaboration of leading technical universities — VUT Brno, TU Wien, and TVZ Zagreb — in response to the growing demand for qualified specialists in renewable energy.
Our programmes combine solid theoretical foundations with extensive hands-on training on real installations and in modern, well-equipped laboratories.
What is a PVT System?
A PVT (Photovoltaic-Thermal) hybrid panel combines electricity and heat generation in a single unit — achieving significantly higher overall efficiency than standalone PV or solar thermal collectors.
Renewable Energy · Interactive Model
Hybrid photovoltaic-thermal panel
One panel, two outputs: generates electricity and simultaneously heats water. Adjust the conditions, hover over individual layers and watch how solar energy travels through the assembly.
Live output · illustrative
Conditions
How a PVT panel works
Photovoltaic cells convert only part of incoming radiation into electricity — the rest becomes heat. A conventional panel wastes this heat (and hot cells also generate less). A hybrid panel channels it into water. You get both power and hot water from a single surface.
This is an educational diagram. Power and temperature values are illustrative, calculated from incident energy using simplified assumptions (area ≈ 1.6 m², PV efficiency ≈ 19% with temperature dependence, thermal efficiency ≈ 52%, low-flow mode).
What You Will Learn
Our courses cover the complete lifecycle of a PVT system — from design through installation to operational optimisation.
PVT Panel Installation
Learn to install PVT hybrid collectors on various roof types with a focus on correct orientation, mounting, and long-term system reliability.
Hydraulics & Sizing
Master hydraulic circuit design for PVT systems, correct sizing of pipework, pumps, and thermal storage for efficient heat transfer.
Electrical & PV Integration
Understand the electrical wiring of PVT collectors, their integration with photovoltaics, and safe grid connection principles.
Heat Pump Integration
Learn to efficiently combine PVT collectors with heat pumps to boost system performance and ensure stable year-round operation.
Measurement & Diagnostics
Develop skills in measuring electrical and thermal output, working with operational data, and diagnosing systems from real operational parameters.
Control & Automation
Get acquainted with PVT system control, regulator configuration, and operation optimisation through automation and intelligent management.
Optimisation & Efficiency
Learn to optimise PVT systems for maximum solar energy utilisation, higher efficiency through panel cooling, and minimised operating costs.
European Partnership
The Academy is the result of collaboration between four leading technical institutions from the Czech Republic, Austria, Croatia, and North Macedonia.
VUT Brno
Brno, Czech Republic
Brno University of Technology — research and development of PVT systems.
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Vienna, Austria
Vienna University of Technology — thermal systems and HVAC research.
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Zagreb, Croatia
Zagreb University of Applied Sciences — hands-on installation training.
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Skopje, North Macedonia
Macedonian Solar Energy Association in Skopje — research and deployment of solar and PVT technologies across the Balkans.
Visit websiteCourses & Modules
A structured educational programme of seven specialised modules. Each module can be completed independently.
PVT System Technology
Introduction to the fundamentals of solar radiation, the photovoltaic effect, and heat transfer. Overview of PVT technologies that combine electricity and heat production with high overall efficiency.
2 daysHydraulic Design & Sizing
Learn to design hydraulic circuits for PVT systems, correctly size flow rates, pumps, and thermal storage for efficient and stable operation.
2 daysPVT Panel Installation
Hands-on installation of PVT panels on various roof types, covering correct mounting, weatherproofing, and connection to hydraulic and electrical systems.
3 daysPractical Training
More than 60 % of tuition time is spent working on real PVT installations in our laboratory and at selected partner sites.
Energy System · Flow Diagram
PVT system — from sun to electricity, heat and steam
Hybrid panels power three branches simultaneously. Follow the direction and intensity of each flow, adjust irradiance and hover over any element to see what it does.
Live output · illustrative
Conditions
How the system works
PVT panels simultaneously produce electricity and low-grade heat. Electricity flows through the inverter to consumption, battery and grid — part of it drives the heat pump. Heat travels through the exchanger and pump to storage tanks — and from the accumulated heat a steam generator can produce process steam.
Educational diagram. Power, temperature and steam production values are illustrative — calculated from incident energy for a model array ≈ 32 m² using simplified assumptions.
Certification
Upon successful completion you will receive an internationally recognised certificate confirming your competencies.
The European PVT Systems Education Academy certificate is issued in collaboration with leading technical universities and research institutions across Europe. It confirms professional expertise in the design, installation, and operation of PVT systems and is recognised across the EU market.
- Issued in three languages: Czech, German, and English
- Eligible for registration in European professional qualification frameworks
- Long-term validity with recommended continuing professional development
- Verifiable certificate with digital identification (QR code)
Who Is the Academy For?
Our courses are designed for professionals and students who want to extend their expertise into PVT technologies.
Installation Companies
Expand your portfolio with hybrid PVT systems that enable simultaneous electricity and heat generation. Offer customers complete solutions for hot water, heating, and electricity production with higher overall efficiency.
Heat Pump Installers
Connect heat pump systems with PVT collectors that provide a stable heat source even in low irradiance and improve overall system COP throughout the year.
HVAC Engineers
Expand your services with PVT hybrid technologies that combine cooling, heating, and domestic hot water. Make full use of solar energy all year round.
Solar PV Companies
Extend conventional PV installations with PVT panels that boost electrical efficiency through active cooling and simultaneously recover waste heat for additional energy use.
Building Services Designers
Design advanced PVT systems for residential and commercial buildings, including correct sizing for DHW, heating, and integration into low-energy and NZEB buildings.
Energy Specialists
Apply PVT technologies in energy audits, designs, and calculations. Account for combined heat and electricity generation for more accurate building energy assessments.
Engineering Students
Gain practical experience with modern PVT technology, representing the future of energy — combined electricity and heat production in a single integrated system.
Industry Partners
The Academy works with manufacturers, suppliers, and research organisations in the field of PVT technologies, enabling hands-on training with real professional equipment.
Get Started Today
Interested in a course, corporate training, or academic collaboration? Get in touch.