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Cyprus International University
TR

SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEMS

Course
EELE625 - SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEMS
Department
Electrical - Electronic Engineering - English - PhD
Course Type
Course
Status
Required
Language
English
Credit
3
ECTS
0
T+P+L
3 + 0 + 0
Course Coordinator(s)
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Prerequisite
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Keywords
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Course Description

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SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEMS

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Course outcomes

  1. 01 1 - Characterize the principles of Photovoltaic energy conversion
  2. 02 2 - Outline methods and techniques for solar irradiation estimation and forcasting
  3. 03 3 - Classify materials used in PV technology
  4. 04 4 - Identify different PV arrays architectures
  5. 05 5 - Design models of PV cells/arrays
  6. 06 6 - Discuss effects of partial shading on PV arrays characteristics
  7. 07 7 - Classify different Maximum Power Point Tracking techniques in PV systems

Course Syllabus

Week Topic
Week 1 Introduction o Photovoltaic systems, Potentials for PV electricity, Characteristics of PV energy conversion, the PV effect
Week 2 Energy collected and delivered by PV modules, solar radiation and spectrum of the Sun
Week 3 Break due to COVID-19 Pandemic
Week 4 Break due to COVID-19 Pandemic
Week 5 Solar Cell; Basic structure and characteristics, Emerging new technologies
Week 6 PV cells, modules and arrays, electrical characteristics of solar cells, mathematical model and equivalent circuit of a solar cell
Week 7 Modelling of PV cells
Week 8 Partial shading effcet on PV systems
Week 9 Hotspot problems and bypass diodes
Week 10 Solar irradiance estimation and forecasting
Week 11 Maximum power point tracking in PV systems
Week 12 Interfacing PV systems to loads
Week 13 Connection of PV systems to batteries and loads together
Week 14 energy storage alternatives for PV systems
Week 15 Final Exams

Reference Books & Course Materials

  1. 01 John R. Balfour, "Introduction to Photovoltaic System Design (The Art and Science of Photovoltaics)", Jones & Bartlett Learning; 2011
  2. 02 Tomas Markvart,” Solar Electricity”, Wiley; 2 edition (May 12, 2000)
  3. 03 Roger A. Messenger, Amir Abtahi, “Photovoltaic Systems Engineering”, CRC Press; 4 edition (March 7, 2017)
  4. 04 Antonio Luque and Steven Hegedus, "Handbook of Photovoltaic Science and Engineering", John Wiley&Suns, 2003.

Learning Outcomes

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Program Outcomes

  1. Based on master's-level qualifications, be able to develop and deepen current and advanced knowledge in the field at the level of expertise through original thinking and/or research, and achieve original conceptualizations that contribute innovation to the field.
  2. Should be able to comprehend the interdisciplinary interactions related to their field and employ specialized knowledge to analyze, synthesize, and evaluate new and complex ideas, leading to original conclusions.
  3. Should be able to systematically evaluate and apply new knowledge in their field.
  4. Should be able to develop innovative ideas, methods, designs, and/or applications that contribute to the advancement of the field, or apply existing ideas, methods, designs, and/or applications to a different field. Should be able to investigate, comprehend, design, adapt, and implement original research topics.
  5. hould be able to critically analyze, synthesize, and evaluate new and complex ideas.
  6. Should demonstrate advanced proficiency in the application of research methods in studies related to their field.
  7. Should be able to independently conduct original research that develops innovative ideas, methods, designs, and/or applications, or applies existing ideas, methods, designs, and/or applications to a different field, thereby contributing to the advancement of their field.
  8. Should be able to extend the frontiers of knowledge in their field by publishing at least one scientific article in a national and/or international peer-reviewed journal and/or by producing or critically interpreting an original work.
  9. Should be able to demonstrate leadership in addressing original and interdisciplinary problems within complex environments.
  10. Should be able to develop innovative ideas and methods in their field through the effective use of higher-order cognitive skills, including creative and critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making.
  11. Should be able to critically analyze and enhance social relationships and the norms that shape these relationships, and lead actions toward their transformation when necessary.
  12. Should be able to defend original viewpoints when discussing issues related to their field with experts and establish effective communication that demonstrates their expertise and competence in the field.
  13. Should be able to conduct advanced written, oral, and visual communication and participate in discussions using at least one foreign language at the C1 level of the European Language Portfolio.
  14. Should be able to contribute to the development and sustainability of a knowledge society by disseminating scientific, technological, social, and cultural advancements related to their field.
  15. Should be able to engage in effective interactions by employing strategic decision-making processes to address and solve problems encountered in their field.
  16. Should be able to contribute to solving social, scientific, cultural, and ethical issues related to their field and promote the advancement of these values.
  17. Based on master's-level qualifications, be able to develop and deepen current and advanced knowledge in the field at the level of expertise through original thinking and/or research, and achieve original conceptualizations that contribute innovation to the field.

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