Photovoltaic Solar Energy, fundamentals and PV installations

To introduce the student to the fundamentals and technology of photovoltaic solar systems. The components and their main characteristics will be analyzed in order to carry out an appropriate design of the installations.

Operating principles and components of a photovoltaic solar system: solar cells and panels, storage systems, and other elements. Stand-alone and grid-connected photovoltaic systems. Solar farms. Design of photovoltaic installations. Appropriate technologies.

ENERGÍA SOLAR FOTOVOLTAICA
AUTOR: CASTAÑER MUÑOZ, LUIS
EDITA: EDICIONES UPC
AÑO: 1994

THIRD GENERATION PHOTOVOLTAICS: ADVANCED SOLAR ENERGY CONVERSION
AUTOR: GREEN, MARTIN A.
EDITA: SPRINGER
AÑO: 2003

SOLAR CELLS AND OPTICS FOR PHOTOVOLTAIC CONCENTRATION
AUTOR: LUQUE, ANTONIO
EDITA: ADAM HILGER
AÑO: 1989

PHYSICS OF SOLAR CELLS
AUTOR: PETER WURFEL
EDITA: WILEY-VCH
AÑO:2009ENERGÍA SOLAR FOTOVOLTAICA
AUTOR: CASTAÑER MUÑOZ, LUIS
EDITA: EDICIONES UPC
AÑO: 1994

THIRD GENERATION PHOTOVOLTAICS: ADVANCED SOLAR ENERGY CONVERSION
AUTOR: GREEN, MARTIN A.
EDITA: SPRINGER
AÑO: 2003

SOLAR CELLS AND OPTICS FOR PHOTOVOLTAIC CONCENTRATION
AUTOR: LUQUE, ANTONIO
EDITA: ADAM HILGER
AÑO: 1989

PHYSICS OF SOLAR CELLS
AUTOR: PETER WURFEL
EDITA: WILEY-VCH
AÑO:2009

Basic Competences:
CB02. Students should be able to apply the knowledge acquired and their ability to solve problems in new or unfamiliar environments within broader (or multidisciplinary) contexts related to their field of study.
CB03. Students should be capable of integrating knowledge and dealing with the complexity of making judgments based on incomplete or limited information, including reflections on the social and ethical responsibilities linked to the application of their knowledge and judgments.
CB04. Students should know how to communicate their conclusions—and the underlying knowledge and rationale behind them—to both specialized and non-specialized audiences clearly and unambiguously.
CB05. Students should have the learning skills that enable them to continue studying in a largely self-directed or autonomous manner.
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General Competences:
CG02. Ability to join a research group or a company involved in developments in the aforementioned areas.
CG04. Execute, operate, maintain, and manage works and installations related to renewable technologies.
CG07. Understand the scientific foundations applicable in the field of renewable energy.
CG08. Have an in-depth knowledge of technologies, tools, and techniques in the field of renewable energy, sustainability, and energy efficiency.
CG09. Be familiar with legislation at local, regional, and global levels.
CG10. Understand the social, legal, and economic factors involved in the implementation of renewable energies within the framework of sustainability.
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Transversal Competences:
CT02. Effectively communicate ideas and defend them.
CT03. Solve problems effectively, make decisions, and lead teams.
CT09. Engage in lifelong learning and continuous updating.
CT11. Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
CT13. Ability to apply knowledge to the resolution of complex problems.
CT15. Ability to analyze market demands, needs, and expectations.
CT16. Ability to analyze, organize, manage, and implement a scientific-technical project, taking into account personnel, economic, legal, and other constraints.


Specific Competences:
CE02. Design, plan, and manage the construction of efficient, renewable, and sustainable energy installations, applying planning and optimization tools as well as system modeling skills. Understand the procedures for evaluating and sizing energy systems, as well as their payback periods.
CE03. Analyze the technical, social, economic, and environmental feasibility of a project and propose specific and innovative solutions to technical problems that may arise in companies within the sector. Compare and select the most appropriate scientific-technical alternatives in different socio-economic contexts and present them in the most attractive way to potential clients.
CE10. Ability to provide tools and methodologies for the diagnosis, management, and energy planning in different types of communities, promoting the development and implementation of rational and sustainable policies and strategies based on various energy resources.

The subject will be developed through lecture-based classes and various activities (seminars, round tables, colloquia, etc.), using all available audiovisual resources to make the subject engaging and educational for students.
All the basic material necessary for studying the course will be provided to students through the subject’s virtual web platform.
Students will have access to tutoring hours to resolve doubts, deepen their knowledge, and improve the preparation and presentation of seminars.
Students will be required to carry out a project, either individually or in groups, during the course, which they will then present.
Exceptionally, a final exam for the subject may be administered.
The theoretical part will be developed using different audiovisual tools that offer an engaging presentation of the content and facilitate its understanding. During the course, software programs and the internet may be used.
All student tasks (studying, assignments, readings) will be guided by academic staff through tutoring sessions, which may be held in person or via USC virtual tools.
In all cases, the tools available on the USC virtual platform will be used to provide students with the necessary materials for the development of the subject (presentations, notes, supporting texts, bibliography, videos, etc.) and to establish smooth communication between teachers and students.

The subject will be developed through lecture-based classes and various activities (seminars, round tables, colloquia, etc.), using all available audiovisual resources to make the course engaging and educational for students.
All the basic material necessary for the study of the subject will be provided to students through the subject’s virtual web platform.
Students will have access to designated tutoring hours to resolve doubts, deepen their understanding, and improve the preparation and presentation of seminars.
Throughout the course, students will be required to carry out a project, individually or in groups, which they will then present.
Exceptionally, a final exam may be administered for the subject.
The theoretical part will be developed with the help of various audiovisual tools that provide an appealing presentation of the content and facilitate understanding. Software programs and the internet may be used during the development of the syllabus.
All student tasks (studying, assignments, readings) will be guided by academic staff through tutoring sessions, which may take place either in person or through USC virtual platforms.
In all cases, the tools available on the USC virtual platform will be used to provide students with the necessary materials for the development of the course (presentations, notes, supporting texts, bibliography, videos, etc.) and to ensure smooth communication between teachers and students.

The subject will be developed over 21 hours of lectures, lab sessions, and seminars, along with 3 hours of tutoring sessions. Students will be provided with the corresponding materials and audiovisual resources.
In addition, students will need approximately 51 hours of personal study time in total.

The course will be taught in Spanish.