EL102 — Introduction to Photovoltaic Systems
EL 102 - Introduction to Photovoltaic Systems EL 102 - Introduction to Photovoltaic Systems This course will provide an overview of fundamental concepts of electrical theory and their applications to Photovoltaic Systems. It will concentrate on the following topics: DC voltage, current, and power concepts; Ohm’s law; DC PV series, parallel and series/parallel circuits and DC electrical measurements; AC, voltage, power; photovoltaic effect, solar cell design and manufacturing, history of solar power; solar radiation, site analysis; electric load analysis; PV system components (PV modules, batteries, inverters, charge controllers), PV systems safety; grid-tied and stand-alone systems; systems installation and safety issues. Course