Course

Photovoltaic Systems Design - SOLA4012

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering

School:  School of the Photovoltaic and Renewable Energy Engineering

Course Outline: School

Campus: Sydney

Career: Postgraduate

Units of Credit: 6

EFTSL: 0.12500 (more info)

Indicative Contact Hours per Week: 5

CSS Contribution Charge: 2 (more info)

Tuition Fee: See Tuition Fee Schedule

Further Information: See Class Timetable

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Description

There is increasing need in generating electricity from renewable energy sources and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Photovoltaic (PV) systems are one of the few distributed renewable electricity generation options that can be readily used in urban areas (as grid connected systems) and in remote areas (as stand-alone systems), with little environmental impact at the site and potential economic benefits for the user and the network operator.

The aim of the course is to provide students with tools and information on the technical and economic issues with respect to the design, installation, and operation of photovoltaic energy systems. In particular, the course aims to develop students’ design, problem solving, and communication skills to implement PV systems in accordance to Australian Standards.
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