MJ2441 Design of Photovoltaic and Hybrid Systems 5.0 credits

The course deals with power generation with solar cells in Internet-connected and freestanding systems and in hybrid systems, where other types of dynamos, particularly wind power and diesel generators are included The studies include design, measurement and performance evaluation of components and complete systems. Simulations and design studies with the computer programs PVsyst and Homer are included in the system studies that are concluded with systems analysis and evaluation In the course, elements of planning of plants are also included

After passing the course, the student should be able to:

select components for PV (photovoltaic - solar power) and hybrid systems for electricity generation

account for main types and concepts for PV and hybrid systems

independently dimension PV and hybrid systems using basic design rules and calculations

use computer programs for dimensioning, optimisation and performance studies of common types of PV and hybrid systems

critically analyse and evaluate design and performance of components and complete PV and hybrid systems

account for environmental and market economy aspects of PV and hybrid systems

Photovoltaics, 5 credits, second cycle
Solar radiation and other energy resources, 2.5 credits, second cycle

Compendium from the institution, 90 pages.
Referenslitteratur
Deutsche Gesellschaft fOr Sonnenenergie. (2007) Planning and installing photovoltaic systems: a guide for installers, architects, and engineers. 2 uppl. Earthscan. ISBN 1844074420
Green, M. A., Watt, M. E., Wenham, S. R. , Corkish, R .. (2007)Applied photovoltaics. 2 uppl. London : Earthscan. (323 s). ISBN 978-1-84407-401-3

If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.

• INL1 - Written Assignment, 2.5 credits, grading scale: P, F
• TEN1 - Written Exam, 2.5 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F

Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.

The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.

Written homework exercises concerning the Project; 2.5 credits (PF)
Written examination; 2.5 credits (AF)

Andrew Martin

• All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
• In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
• In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.