pre113 - Photovoltaic Systems (Complete module description)
Module label | Photovoltaic Systems |
Module code | pre113 |
Credit points | 6.0 KP |
Workload | 180 h
( 180 Stunden |
Institute directory | Institute of Physics |
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Skills to be acquired in this module | After successful completion of the module students should be able to: · categorize and feature different PV systems o PV on-grid, o PV off-grid / stand alone, o PV-pumping, o PV-hybrid · explain the operation principles of the listed PV systems · explain concepts behind PV system design · design a photovoltaic system by Fermi Estimate · design a photovoltaic system by a simulation software · be aware of the limitation of both design methods · discuss energy flow diagrams of PV systems · describe in depth involved balance of system components e.g. o inverter, o charge controllers o cabling o generator stand storage battery with a focus on housing (ventilation) |
Module contents | This specialization module covers more in-depth topics concerning photovoltaics systems.
The module consists of:
Photovoltaic Systems Lecture (90h workload) Description and operation of PV System’s balance of system components o inverter, o charge controllers o cabling o generator stand o storage battery with a focus on housing (ventilation) Quality indicators for PV Systems and their regional differences o PV on-grid, o PV off-grid / stand alone, o PV-pumping, o PV-hybrid Sizing of PV systems – back of the envelope approach as well as by a simulation software
Photovoltaic Systems Seminar (90h workload) Within the seminar groups of up to five students select a PV system related research question, work on the solution and present their findings. In addition, external PV experts are invited to present from their work experience. An excursion to a PV power plant concludes the lessons learned in the field. |
Recommended reading | · S. Hegedus, A. Luque, Handbook of Photovoltaic Science and Engineering, published John · C.B.Honsberg and S.G.Bowden, “Photovoltaics Education Website,” www.pveducation.org,
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Language of instruction | English |
Duration (semesters) | 1 Semester |
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Module capacity | unlimited |
Type of module | Wahlpflicht / Elective |
Module level | SPM (Schwerpunktmodul / Main emphasis) |
Teaching/Learning method | Lecture, Exercise, Seminar & Excursion Lecture: 2hrs/week Seminar: 2hrs/week |
Previous knowledge | It is desirable to have passed the lecture Photovoltaics 5.06.M121 |
Type of course | Comment | SWS | Frequency | Workload of compulsory attendance |
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Lecture | 2 | SuSe or WiSe | 28 | |
Seminar | 2 | SuSe or WiSe | 28 | |
Total module attendance time | 56 h |
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Final exam of module | Throughout the Semester |
Presentation: Between 20 and 45 minutes and regular active participation |