ENERGY SYSTEMS ENGINEERING | |||||
Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 |
Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
ESE4007 | Solar Energy | Fall | 3 | 0 | 3 | 6 |
The course opens with the approval of the Department at the beginning of each semester |
Language of instruction: | En |
Type of course: | Departmental Elective |
Course Level: | Bachelor |
Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
Course Coordinator : | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ÖZCAN HÜSEYİN GÜNHAN |
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. |
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. |
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. |
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 |
Course Notes: | 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. |
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Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
Attendance | % 0 | |
Laboratory | % 0 | |
Application | % 0 | |
Field Work | % 0 | |
Special Course Internship (Work Placement) | % 0 | |
Quizzes | 2 | % 10 |
Homework Assignments | % 0 | |
Presentation | % 0 | |
Project | 1 | % 15 |
Seminar | % 0 | |
Midterms | 1 | % 25 |
Preliminary Jury | % 0 | |
Final | 1 | % 50 |
Paper Submission | % 0 | |
Jury | % 0 | |
Bütünleme | % 0 | |
Total | % 100 | |
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 35 | |
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 65 | |
Total | % 100 |
Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
Laboratory | 7 | 2 | 14 |
Application | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Special Course Internship (Work Placement) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Field Work | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Study Hours Out of Class | 14 | 6 | 84 |
Presentations / Seminar | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Homework Assignments | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Quizzes | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Preliminary Jury | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Midterms | 1 | 2 | 2 |
Paper Submission | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Jury | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Final | 1 | 2 | 2 |
Total Workload | 144 |
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. | |
2) | Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex Energy Systems Engineering problems; select and apply proper modeling and analysis methods for this purpose. | |
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. | |
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. | |
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. | |
6) | Ability to cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working on Energy Systems-related problems | |
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. | |
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. | |
9) | Develop an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility, and behave accordingly. Be informed about the standards used in Energy Systems Engineering applications. | |
10) | Learn about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. | |
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. |