How do solar cells work, why do we need, and how can we measure their efficiency? These are just some of the questions Introduction to solar cells tackles. Whether you are looking for general insight in this green technology or your ambition is to pursue a career in solar, “Introduction to Solar Cells” is an excellent starting point.
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Introduction to solar cells
Universidad Técnica de Dinamarca (DTU)Acerca de este Curso
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Solar SystemsSolar EnergySolar TechnologySolar Cell Manufacturing
Resultados profesionales del estudiante
35%
comenzó una nueva carrera después de completar estos cursos
40%
consiguió un beneficio tangible en su carrera profesional gracias a este curso
Certificado para compartir
Obtén un certificado al finalizar
100 % en línea
Comienza de inmediato y aprende a tu propio ritmo.
Fechas límite flexibles
Restablece las fechas límite en función de tus horarios.
Nivel principiante
Aprox. 23 horas para completar
Inglés (English)
Subtítulos: Árabe (Arabic), Francés (French), Portugués (europeo), Italiano, Vietnamita, Alemán (German), Ruso (Russian), Inglés (English), Español (Spanish), Hindi
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Universidad Técnica de Dinamarca (DTU)
DTU focuses on research in technical and natural sciences that contributes to the development of society. As an industrially orientated university, our goal is to supply high-level international research based on combining theory with constructing models and empirical methods.
Programa - Qué aprenderás en este curso
6 minutos para completar
Introduction
In this introduction module I would like to introduce you to the course its content and teaching style. I hope you will enjoy the way we have designed the course.
6 minutos para completar
1 lectura
2 horas para completar
History of solar cells
The first topic in an introduction course on solar cells is naturally a historical overview. In this module you will briefly get introduced to the history and early development of solar cells. We will also start to do some calculations of efficiency and energy output of solar cells.
2 horas para completar
2 videos (Total 5 minutos), 5 lecturas, 5 cuestionarios
2 horas para completar
Why solar energy
The most important question one can ask must be: "Why is solar energy is an important topic and why should we develop solar energy?". This module does not claim to answer that question fully, but we will summarize the strong case for renewable energy.
2 horas para completar
3 videos (Total 16 minutos), 5 lecturas, 4 cuestionarios
2 horas para completar
Power from solar cells
How much power can a solar cell produce and how can we measure it? This question is the starting point for this module and we will go through the terminology, talk about light sources, and even measure a solar cell ourselves.
2 horas para completar
5 videos (Total 24 minutos), 4 lecturas, 4 cuestionarios
2 horas para completar
Modelling a solar cell
In this module we will introduce an equivalent circuit of a solar cell and use it to explain key concepts including short circuit current, open circuit voltage, parasitic resistances, and more. We will also talk about connected solar cells, and their behavior in shaded conditions.
2 horas para completar
2 videos (Total 8 minutos), 5 lecturas, 4 cuestionarios
3 horas para completar
How do solar cells work
In this module we will attack the topic: How do solar cells work? This module will be more theory heavy than other parts of the course, but don't worry. We will focus on the key concepts that are necessary to understand how solar cells work, and skip the math.
3 horas para completar
3 videos (Total 12 minutos), 6 lecturas, 6 cuestionarios
2 horas para completar
Efficiency of solar cells
With a knowledge of the working principles of solar cells, we are now ready to apply this knowledge to understand why there are limits to the efficiency of solar cells. We will also briefly look into loss mechanisms that limit the practical efficiency.
2 horas para completar
2 videos (Total 15 minutos), 4 lecturas, 4 cuestionarios
3 horas para completar
Silicon solar cells
Silicon solar cells are by far the most prevalent solar cell technology. In this module we will talk about why silicon is so abundant. We will also learn how silicon solar cells are made, what differentiates multi and monocrystalline silicon, and much more.
3 horas para completar
5 videos (Total 24 minutos), 7 lecturas, 4 cuestionarios
3 horas para completar
Thin film solar cells
Moving beyond silicon solar cells, the next important development is thin film solar cells. In thin film solar cells, we see a potential solution to the major problem associated with silicon solar cells: namely energy payback time.
3 horas para completar
4 videos (Total 17 minutos), 5 lecturas, 5 cuestionarios
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Principales reseñas sobre INTRODUCTION TO SOLAR CELLS
por EB17 de feb. de 2019
Solid introduction into the world of solar cells! Nothing was taught to great depth, but as a general overview of the history, basic calculations, and production methods, the course does a great job.
por AP11 de dic. de 2017
Very concise and to the point. Stable and calm teaching. Was my first foray into renewable energy and absolutely loved it. The course instructor was brilliant and had a stable command over the topic.
por SP16 de may. de 2018
Great course to know the history and also the technologies advancement for solar cells through the years. Learn the different types of solar cells available, with their advantages and disadvantages.
por PM26 de dic. de 2019
This is the first coursera course I have taken and the first I have completed. It is an interesting topic and the format was great for getting an understanding of solar cell technology. good stuff.
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