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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

  • Solar Energy Basics

  • Photoelectric Conversion Mechanism

  • IV Characteristics, Efficiencies, and Power Generation

  • PV Cells Technologies

  • PV Module and Array Architecture

  • 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

Dr. Karim Ben Messai

Domain

Physics/Science

Duration

4 Weeks

No of Students

10

Date

Summer 2025
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Time

To be Announced

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Level

Undergraduate

Language

English

Venue

University of Bahrain

Fees

400 BHD

Hours

120 hours (40 contact and 80 personal work)

Degree Program

Certificate

CONTACT

For further Information, please contact:
Mr. Mohammed Al-Hooti
Tel: +973-33777339
Email: malhooti@uob.edu.bh