EETC 2323 - Solar System Equipment & Components

Credit hours: 3

Prerequisites: EETC 2216- Alternative Energy

Course Description:
Consideration is given to design and operation of solar systems, components, equipment, subsystems, installation costs, payback period, and energy distribution. Safety issues, grid connection, maintenance, as well as troubleshooting electricity flow concerns are covered. Laboratory notebooks required.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to:

Identify and explain the main -components of PV solar energy systems.
Analyze the effects of photovoltaic cells orientation with the sun.
Analyze the total installation cost, total maintenance cost and payback period of a PV solar system.