Course AEG233

Photovoltaics

7.5 Credits
Second Cycle
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Starts week 36, 2024

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

  • analyse and discuss the physical processes that determine the output of different types of solar cells, as well as relate this to the mathematical models that can be used to calculate this output
  • explain the mechanism of current and voltage generation in illuminated semiconductors
  • describe how solar cells are connected into a module, what the losses are and how these can be minimized
  • describe the role, operating principle and performance of the main components of a PV system
  • demonstrate understanding of the most common types of electronic power conversion circuits in PV system components
  • independently design simple stand-alone, as well as grid-connected, solar electricity systems and choose components for optimal system performance
Starts and ends:
week 36, 2024 - week 45, 2024
Study Rate:
50%
Location:
Borlänge
Time of Day:
Day
Teaching form:
Normal
Language:
English
Entry Qualifications :
  • Solar Radiation and solar geometry, 5 credits, Second Cycle level 1
Selection :
Higher education credits (30-285 credits)
Application Code:
HDA-H3K93
Main field of study:
Tuition Fee
First Tuition Fee Installment:
16,875 SEK
Total Tuition Fee:
16,875 SEK
EU/EEA Citizens or exchange students are not required to pay fees.
Information on application and tuition fees: www.universityadmissions.se.
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