Photovoltaics Science and Energy

Uitgebreide vaknaam	Photovoltaics Science and Energy
Leerdoelen	At the end of the course, the student is able to: 1. Clearly describe the workings of various types of PV devices; 2. Calculate basic properties of pn-junction based solar cells; 3. Describe fundamental and basic limits to PV efficiency; 4. Discuss various strategies to overcome said limits; 5. Describe current strategies to widen the use of PV; 6. Discuss the chemistry and synthesis of PV materials in general, and the purification of silicon (in its different forms: crystalline, multi-crystalline and amorphous) in detail.
Omschrijving	In this first MSc course on photovoltaics within the university of Groningen, many aspects of solar cells will be dealt with. First, a broad introduction is provided regarding energy, energy scenarios, the possible role of solar energy and photovoltaic (PV) solar cells. We continue with the fundamental physics of solar cells and materials. In the second half of the course, we discuss PV systems as well as advanced technologies and third generation PV concepts There will be special emphasis on molecular (organic, plastic) PV in relation to the ongoing research on this topic within the University of Groningen. One third of the course comprises writing a report and presenting a poster at a plenary poster session about a specific subject in the realm of opportunities and limitations of PV in the (future) landscape of energy use and supply
Uren per week
Onderwijsvorm	Hoorcollege (LC), Opdracht (ASM), Werkcollege (T) (Workload: Self study 50 hrs, Lecture 16 hrs, Tutorial 18 hrsm Assignment 56 hrs)
Toetsvorm	Presentatie (P), Schriftelijk tentamen (WE), Verslag (R) (Final mark: see remarks)
Vaksoort	master
Coördinator	prof. dr. L.J.A. Koster
Docent(en)	prof. dr. B. Ehrler ,dr. R.W.A. Havenith ,prof. dr. J.C. Hummelen ,prof. dr. L.J.A. Koster
Verplichte literatuur	Titel Auteur ISBN Prijs Reader that comes with this course Handouts. Links to online material.
Entreevoorwaarden	The course unit assumes prior physics knowledge acquired from 'Structure of Matter 2' (BSc Physics) or 'Solid State Physics 1(C)' (BSc Physics) or 'Physical Properties of Materials I' (BSc Chemistry). The chemistry part of the course assumes prior knowledge from 'Molecules: structure, reactivity and function' (BSc Chemistry & Chemical Engineering).
Opmerkingen	1) Guest lecturer: Dr. S. Veenstra (ECN) 2) Final mark: Written exam 1 33,33%, Written exam 2 33,33%, Report 16,67%, Presentation 16,67%) The grades for the presentation and report, written exam 1, and written exam 2 can be carried over to the next academic year (i.e. once). The minimum average grade of 2 written exams (WE1, WE2, each with min. grade 4,50) is 5,50. The final mark: WE1 and WE2, 1 written report (WR) and a presentation & poster (PP). Formula = (2*WE1 +2*W2+WR+PP)/6. The lecturers will round the final grade to 0,5 point precision, except the grade 5,5 (not given). The ECTS for the course are only given after the final grade is sufficient (minimum = 6) 3) The poster presentation session is mandatory. Consequence for missing: no points for the poster part of the course (1/6 of the max grade points) 4) Students who have taken the course Solar Cells (WBCH018) as part of their Bachelor programme at the university of Groningen cannot take this course.
Opgenomen in	Opleiding Jaar Periode Type MSc Chemical Engineering  ( Renewable Energy) - semester I b keuzegroep MSc Chemistry  (Courses available for specializations) - semester I b verplicht MSc Chemistry: Science, Business and Policy  (Electives) - semester I b keuze MSc Courses for Exchange Students: Chemistry - Chemical Engineering - semester I b MSc Energy and Environmental Sciences  (Electives) 1 semester I b keuze MSc Mechanical Engineering: Smart and Green Energy Systems  (Electives) 1 semester I b option group B