CAS Module 2: Photovoltaics and the Renewable Energy Grid
Die Photovoltaik-Industrie agiert in einem internationalen Umfeld. Dem Studierenden werden aktuelle Inhalte realitätsnah vermittelt. Mit Dozenten und Mitstudierenden hat er die Möglichkeit sich international zu vernetzen. Dafür wird das Curriculum Solar Energy Engineering weltweit angeboten. Studierende aus der ganzen Welt werden zugelassen und der Kurs wird in englischer Sprache gelehrt.
Content
CAS Module 2 Photovoltaics and the Renewable Energy Grid consists of three courses and two seminars with a total workload equivalent to 15 ECTS points, focusing on the integration of different renewable energy systems into the electricity grid and the optimization of the combination of different renewable energy conversion techniques with respect to power demand.
Learning Goals
- Fundamentals of Photovoltaic Systems
This course gives a wide overview on multiple considerations related to the design, installation and optimization of photovoltaic (PV) systems on the field. The knowledge provided in this course is a valuable assistance in order to understand the interaction of several system components as well as their influence on PV energy production. - Grid Integration and Control of PV Systems
This course gives an overview on interactions between PV systems and the power grid. The high share of renewable energies and the decentralized generation and consumption of electricity requires new control strategies. - Renewable Energy Systems and Smart Grids
This course gives a wide overview on smart grid energy systems. Starting with basic issues around energy and efficiency, grid technology will be discussed to balance complex systems with available storage components. - Selected Semiconductor Devices – Seminar
The devices introduced in this seminar are not only used in photovoltaics but usually have applications in nearly all fields of electronics. Additionally, devices complementary to solar cells, such as light emitting diodes are covered. - Technologies for Renewable Energy Conversion – Seminar
This seminar focuses on the integration of different renewable energy systems into the electricity grid and the optimization of the combination of different renewable energy conversion techniques with respect to power demand satisfaction, operating security and safety and economic issues.
Pilot Phase and Administrative Information
Apply now! Pilotphase starts June 2, 2014. Application deadline is May 26, 2014.
You will work closely with the project administrators, give feedback and help evaluating the module. During pilot phase there are no tuition fees in this module.
Upon successful completion of the module of the pilot phase you will receive an attendance certificate of the University of Freiburg indicating the number ECTS credit points and the content of the module.
The Curriculum Solar Energy Engineering is part of the project “Freiräume für wissenschaftliche Weiterbildung – Windows for Continuing Education” at the University of Freiburg and is financially supported by the “Bundesministerium für Bildung und Forschung” (Federal Ministry of Education and Research) within the Framework “Aufstieg durch Bildung: Offene Hochschulen”. During this early stage your regular feedback is required in order to evaluate the program.
If you happen to have a very strong background in R&D of PV system electronics, you might be eligible to skip the first course “Fundamentals of PV Systems” and start the module in October 2014. An admission committee decides upon your application and the crediting of courses.
Workload
- 15 ECTS credit points (equivalent to a workload of 375 to 450 hours)
- Work on your exercise sheets regularly. Attend the Online Meetings.
- Come to Freiburg at the end of the semester to our Campus Phase, meet lecturers, tutors, and fellow students, and pass each course’s exam.
- During the first run, the module is tested and evaluated. Your feedback is required and well appreciated. Participate in the evaluation.
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