ENE241 Solar energy systems

Teaching language

The course will normally be taught in Norwegian.

Recommended prerequisites

FYS128 Physics and MA178 Mathematics 1 or similar.

Course contents

Basic introduction to the structure and working principles of photovoltaic and thermal solar energy systems. The available solar energy resource is investigated both from a theoretical point of view and based on measurements from available tools. Important criteria for dimensioning and planning of solar energy systems are presented, and the students will try out a relevant system design tool. Particular attention will be paid to building integrated solutions and economic analysis of solar energy systems.

Learning outcomes

Upon completion, the student should:

• be able to explain the working principles of solar energy systems

• know how to plan and dimension solar energy systems

• be familiar with software for dimensioning and planning of solar energy systems

• know different ways of integrating solar energy systems with buildings

• be able to perform economic analyses of solar energy systems

Examination requirements

All compulsory exercises must be submitted and passed in order to take the exam. An overview of compulsory exercises will be given in Canvas at the start of the semester.

Teaching methods

Lectures and exercises.
Updated digital tools will be used for calculations/modelling.
The workload is estimated to be 27 hours per credit for the average student.

Evaluation

The person responsible for the course decides, in cooperation with student representative, the form of student evaluation and whether the course is to have a midway or end of course evaluation in accordance with the quality system for education, chapter 4.1.”

Assessment methods and criteria

Individual portfolio evaluation with reports from compulsory exercises (40 %). 3 hours individual written exam (60 %). Grading by letters.