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Photovoltaic Systems (4 cr)

Code: TE00BX18-3001

General information


Enrollment

01.06.2022 - 26.08.2022

Timing

05.09.2022 - 25.11.2022

Number of ECTS credits allocated

4 op

Virtual portion

1 op

RDI portion

1 op

Mode of delivery

75 % Contact teaching, 25 % Distance learning

Unit

Engineering and Business

Campus

Kupittaa Campus

Teaching languages

  • English

Seats

10 - 40

Degree programmes

  • Degree Programme in Energy and Environmental Technology

Teachers

  • Hugo Huerta Medina
  • Samuli Ranta

Groups

  • PEYTES20

Objective

After completing the course, student will

· recall the theory and the principles of different photovoltaic cell technologies
· analyze dimensioning and selection of inverters
· evaluate requirements and applications of different components on photovoltaic systems
· apply knowledge for designing of residencial and commercial rooftop photovoltaic systems
· apply fundamentals of installation and quality control in working life circumstances
· evaluate safety issues related to photovoltaic systems

Content

1. Introduction to photovoltaic technologies
2. Introduction to system simulation tools
3. Photovoltaic system topologies
4. Practical photovoltaic design exercises
5. Safety aspects in photovoltaic systems

Evaluation scale

H-5

Qualifications

Prerequisites: Renewable energy production, Introduction to power electronics