Nov 22, 2024
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2020-21
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2020-21
[Archived Catalog]
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EE 4323 - Solar Cell and Photovoltaics
Introduction to solar cell technology, photovoltaic (PV) systems, with strong focus on energy conversion, photovoltaic technology and applications. Examines basics of solar cell devices and photovoltaic systems; physical models of solar cell operation; design principles of standalone and grid integrated PV systems; topics relevant to increasing solar cell efficiency, and new concepts in PV design. To become proficient in using, operating, and designing PV systems, examples of PV systems are presented and analyzed.
Requisites: EE 3343
Credit Hours: 3
Repeat/Retake Information: May be retaken two times excluding withdrawals, but only last course taken counts.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
- Students will be able to employ engineering tools and practices in PV systems design and diagnostics.
- Students will be able to explain contemporary issues in solar cells and PV systems.
- Students will be able to explain the physics of materials used for solar cells.
- Students will be able to identify solar cell parameters critical for designing solar cell arrays and PV systems for a specific practical application.
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