Jun 28, 2024
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2023-2024
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2023-2024
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EE 4323 - Solar Cell and Photovoltaics
Students in this course study the basic scientific and technological aspects relevant to physics of classic and novel nano-structured materials in photovoltaic devices; physical models of solar cell operation; characteristics and design of common types of solar cells; approaches to increasing solar cell efficiency; engineering of the large-area solar cell modules using single and multi-junction solar cells; stand-alone and grid connected PV module design and components and PV economic analysis. The focus is on the latest knowledge of the mechanisms of solar energy conversion and concepts of standard and novel solar cell devices and PV modules engineering and applications. Examples of recent photovoltaic systems are presented and analyzed, helping students to understand the factors driving conversion efficiency and to stimulate them to apply this knowledge to their own solar cell development ideas. The course provides principles that are developed with the minimum of mathematics and with the emphasis on physical concepts and applications.
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 use engineering tools and practices in PV systems design and diagnostics.
- Students will be able to appraise contemporary issues in solar cells and PV systems.
- Students will be able to apply 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.
- Students will become proficient in communicating effectively on a variety of topics relevant to PV technology.
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