ENERGY SYSTEMS OPERATION AND TECHNOLOGIES (ENGLISH, THESIS)
Master	TR-NQF-HE: Level 7	QF-EHEA: Second Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 7

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code	Course Name	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
ESE5509	Fundamentals of Solar Energy Systems	Fall Spring	3	0	3	8

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:
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Course Coordinator :	Assist. Prof. HÜSEYİN GÜNHAN ÖZCAN
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 energy systems. To assess solar thermal, solar photovoltaic and thermoelectric generator systems through energy analysis and to understand these systems with sustainability point of view.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Calculate solar angles.
2. Calculate solar radiation components.
3. Analyze solar thermal (concentrated and non-concentrated), solar electricity (solar photovoltaic, solar power plant, etc.) and thermo-electric generator systems through the first law of thermodynamics.
4. Evaluate solar energy technologies from a sustainable standpoint.

Course Content

In this course, the basic solar energy systems are explained starting from the physical structure of the sun until it reaches a level that can be discussed from a sustainability perspective. The sun angles that help us determine the periodic and predictable movements of the sun and the radiation components in the analysis of solar energy systems are discussed. Finally, each of the solar energy systems is evaluated analytically using the concepts of annual energy production potential and energy efficiency.
The teaching methods of the course include theoretical lessons, problem solving, simulation work, project work and collaborative learning.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	A Brief Overview of Solar Energy Engineering	[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.
2)	The Sun's Angles and Their Calculation	Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes, John A. Duffie and William A. Beckman, John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
3)	Components of Solar Radiation and Calculation	Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes, John A. Duffie and William A. Beckman, John Wiley & Sons, Inc
4)	Components of Solar Radiation and Calculation	Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes, John A. Duffie and William A. Beckman, John Wiley & Sons, Inc
5)	Measurement of Solar Radiation and the Solar Atlas Concept
6)	Solar Thermal Engineering- Nonconcentrating Collectors	Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes, John A. Duffie and William A. Beckman, John Wiley & Sons, Inc
7)	Solar Thermal Engineering- Concentrating Collectors	Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes, John A. Duffie and William A. Beckman, John Wiley & Sons, Inc
8)	Midterm
9)	Solar Electrical Engineering- Calculation of Solar Photovoltaic Power Generation	Photovoltaic Power System- Modeling, Design, and Control, Weidong Xiao, JohnWiley & Sons, Inc. Photovoltaics-System Design and Practice, Heinrich Ha¨berlin, JohnWiley & Sons, Inc.
10)	Solar Electrical Engineering- Simulation Programs
11)	Thermoelectric Generators
12)	Evaluation of Solar Energy Engineering from a Sustainability Perspective
13)	Project Evaluation
14)	Project Evaluation

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:
References:	[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.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Total		%
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 0
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		%
Total		%

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	3	42
Study Hours Out of Class	16	4	64
Presentations / Seminar	3	12	36
Homework Assignments	3	18	54
Midterms	1	2	2
Final	1	2	2
Total Workload			200

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)	To be able to follow scientific literature, analyze it critically and use it effectively in solving engineering problems.
2)	Develops his/her knowledge in the field of Energy Systems Engineering to the level of specialization.
3)	To be able to carry out studies related to Energy Systems Engineering independently, take scientific responsibility and evaluate the results obtained from a critical point of view.
4)	To be able to present the results of his/her research and projects effectively in written, oral and visual form in accordance with academic standards.
5)	To be able to conduct independent research on subjects requiring expertise in Energy Systems Operation and Technology, to develop original thought and to transfer this knowledge to practice.
6)	To be able to comprehend the interdisciplinary interactions related to the field of Energy Systems Engineering.
7)	Acts in accordance with professional, scientific and ethical values; takes responsibility by considering the social, environmental and ethical impacts of engineering practices.