SPG8017 : Introduction to Photovoltaics
- Offered for Year: 2020/21
- Module Leader(s): Dr Adrian Oila
- Lecturer: Dr Alasdair Charles, Miss Sharon Joyce
- Owning School: Engineering
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
| Semester 2 Credit Value: | 10 |
| ECTS Credits: | 5.0 |
Aims
The aim of the Introduction to Photovoltaics Module is to introduce primarily non-engineering students to the photovoltaics technologies available.
The module will also provide students from a non-engineering background with an awareness of technological, economic, environmental and resource aspects of PV technologies.
This module will focus on photovoltaic technology, including cell and system operation, the range of applications currently addressed and implementation aspects both technical and non-technical.
Outline Of Syllabus
-Solar Resources
-PV cell, module and system design, manufacture and performance
-PV applications and implementation, economics and environmental benefits
Teaching Methods
Please note that module leaders are reviewing the module teaching and assessment methods for Semester 2 modules, in light of the Covid-19 restrictions. There may also be a few further changes to Semester 1 modules. Final information will be available by the end of August 2020 in for Semester 1 modules and the end of October 2020 for Semester 2 modules.
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 9 | 2:00 | 18:00 | Non-synchronous online |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 36:00 | 36:00 | Assessment preparation and completion |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 3 | 1:00 | 3:00 | Present in person tutorials |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 40:00 | 40:00 | Review lecture notes and recommended texts as appropriate |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Scheduled on-line contact time | 3 | 1:00 | 3:00 | Synchronous online |
| Total | 100:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
Lecture materials convey the underlying science and the approaches required to apply this to the discipline-specific problems. The small group teaching sessions are supervised activities in which the students apply the knowledge that they gain during lectures.
Assessment Methods
Please note that module leaders are reviewing the module teaching and assessment methods for Semester 2 modules, in light of the Covid-19 restrictions. There may also be a few further changes to Semester 1 modules. Final information will be available by the end of August 2020 in for Semester 1 modules and the end of October 2020 for Semester 2 modules.
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essay | 2 | M | 100 | Assignment on a given topic. |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The coursework provides an appropriate way to assess both theoretical understanding and practical problem solving skills. It also develops the ability to apply the broad base of scientific principles in conjunction with deeper knowledge and understanding in a specific subject area.
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- SPG8017's Timetable