ENERGY SYSTEMS ENGINEERING
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code	Course Name	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
ESE4007	Solar Energy	Spring Fall	3	0	3	6

This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction:	English
Type of course:	Departmental Elective
Course Level:	Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Course Coordinator :	Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ÖZCAN HÜSEYİN GÜNHAN
Recommended Optional Program Components:	Not available.
Course Objectives:	To learn how to calculate solar angles and main radiation components and to take these components into account as driving forces for solar thermal and solar PV systems. To learn how to analyze solar thermal systems through f-chart method by considering related radiation component. To numerically assess solar PV systems based on developed software tools by considering related radiation component. To assess thermoelectric generator systems. To understand solar energy systems with sustainability point of view.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Ability to calculate solar angles.
2. Ability to calculate main radiation components.
3. Ability to analyze solar thermal systems and to apply f-chart method.
4. Ability to analyze solar PV systems and to apply numerical methods.
5. Ability to evaluate thermoelectric generator systems.
6. Ability to get basic knowledge about solar energy systems with sustainability point of view.

Course Content

Güneş enerjisi sistemleri kapsamında solar termal (konsantre ve konsantre olmayan), solar fotovoltaik ve termoelektrik jeneratör teknolojileri değerlendirmek. Her bir teknoloji kapsamında uygun solar radyasyon bileşenlerini hesaplamak ve güneç açılarının etkisini görmek.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction to Solar Energy Systems
2)	Solar Angles
3)	Available Solar Radiation and Estimation of its Components
4)	Estimation of Tilted Radiation
5)	Fundamentals of Heat Transfer
6)	Solar Thermal Energy Systems: Non-concentrating Collectors
7)	Midterm Exam
8)	Solar Thermal Energy Systems: Concentrating Collectors
9)	Solar Thermal Energy Systems: f-Chart Design Method
10)	Solar Photovoltaic Systems: Fundamentals
11)	Solar Photovoltaic Systems: Applications
12)	Solar Photovoltaic Systems: : Design Methods (Simulation Tools)
13)	Thermoelectric Generator Systems
14)	Sustainability of Solar Energy Systems

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:

1) Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes, John A. Duffie and William A. Beckman, John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
2) Photovoltaic Power System- Modeling, Design, and Control, Weidong Xiao, JohnWiley & Sons, Inc.
3) Photovoltaics-System Design and Practice, Heinrich Ha¨berlin, JohnWiley & Sons, Inc.
4) Energy Systems Engineering-Evaluation and Implementation, Francis M. Vanek and Louis D. Abright, McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.

References:

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Quizzes	2	% 10
Project	1	% 15
Midterms	1	% 25
Final	1	% 50
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 35
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 65
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	3	42
Laboratory	7	2	14
Study Hours Out of Class	14	6	84
Midterms	1	2	2
Final	1	2	2
Total Workload			144

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Build up a body of knowledge in mathematics, science and Energy Systems Engineering subjects; use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve complex engineering problems.	5
2)	Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex Energy Systems Engineering problems; select and apply proper modeling and analysis methods for this purpose.	5
3)	Ability to design complex Energy systems, processes, devices or products under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; apply modern design methods for this purpose.	5
4)	Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in Energy Systems Engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively.	4
5)	Ability to design and conduct numerical or pysical experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to Energy Systems Engineering.	4
6)	Ability to cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working on Energy Systems-related problems	4
7)	Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing. Write and understand reports, prepare design and production reports, deliver effective presentations, give and receive clear and understandable instructions.	4
8)	Recognize the need for life-long learning; show ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously educate oneself.	4
9)	Develop an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility, and behave accordingly. Be informed about the standards used in Energy Systems Engineering applications.	4
10)	Learn about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.	4
11)	Acquire knowledge about the effects of practices of Energys Systems Engineering on health, environment, security in universal and social scope, and the contemporary problems of Energys Systems engineering; is aware of the legal consequences of Energys Systems engineering solutions.	4