Photovoltaic Energy
COURSE OVERVIEW
Photovoltaic (PV) devices convert sunlight into electric energy using semiconductor materials. This course provides a comprehensive understanding of PV technology, covering essential topics such as: Solar Energy Basics: Understanding the fundamentals of solar energy and its potential.
Photoelectric Conversion Mechanism: Exploring how sunlight is converted into electrical energy. IV Characteristics, Efficiencies, and Power Generation: Analyzing the current-voltage characteristics, efficiency metrics, and power generation capabilities of PV devices.
PV Cells Technologies: Examining various PV cell technologies and their applications. PV Module and Array Architecture: Learning about the design and configuration of PV modules and arrays.
Design of a PV Installation: Understanding the principles and methodologies for designing PV installations. By the end of this course, learners will have a solid foundation in photovoltaic.
KEY TOPICS COVERED
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Solar Energy Basics
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Photoelectric Conversion Mechanism
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IV Characteristics, Efficiencies, and Power Generation
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PV Cells Technologies
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PV Module and Array Architecture
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Design of PV Installations
TARGET AUDIENCE
- Current students and prospective students in physics and related fields.
- Adult learners and professionals in the renewable energy sector.
- Industry partners and community members interested in photovoltaic technology.
- Basic Mathematics: Proficiency in algebra and basic calculus.
- Fundamental Physics: Understanding of electricity, magnetism, and semiconductor physics.
- Basic Engineering Principles: Knowledge of electrical and electronic engineering concepts.
- Computer Skills: Familiarity with software for simulations and data analysis.
- Lectures and Tutorials (face-to-face): 6 hours/week
- Practical Application & Case Studies (face-to-face and peer-to-peer): 4 hours/week
- Self-study: Assignments/Quizzes: 20 hour/week
- Online assignment evaluating sun energy on specific geographical area – %20
- Two online Quizzes related to Photovoltaics physics – %30
- Online Quiz related to PV technology – %10.
- Domestic PV installation Project- %40
- Lectures and Tutorials (face-to-face): 6 hours/week
- Practical Application & Case Studies (face-to-face and peer-to-peer): 4 hours/week
- Self-study: Assignments/Quizzes: 20 hour/week
Instructor
Domain
Duration
4 Weeks
No of Students
10
Date
Time
To be Announced
Level
Language
English
Venue
Fees
400 BHD
Hours
Degree Program
CONTACT
For further Information, please contact:
Mr. Mohammed Al-Hooti
Tel: +973-33777339
Email: malhooti@uob.edu.bh