MEE712 Solar System Design

[3–0, 3 cr.]

The course covers fundamentals of solar energy and its utilization in photovoltaic (PV) systems. The solar PV systems, from cells to grids, are addressed, with a particular emphasis on the challenges of grid-integration of PV and the development of storage technologies. Projects assist students with understanding solar PV system layouts and costs, calculating PV system size, and identifying appropriate system design for a given electrical demand. The course explores economic considerations and return on investment, touching on solar PV system costs for residential and commercial use.