Photovoltaic Materials
This course focuses on the fundamentals of photovoltaic energy conversion with respect to the physical principles of operation and design of efficient semiconductor solar cell devices. This course aims to equip students with the concepts and analytical skills necessary to assess the utility and viability of various modern photovoltaic technologies in the context of a growing global renewable energy market.
Topics
- The main goal of this course is to provide an overview of the fundamentals of photovoltaic energy conversion with respect to the physical principles of operation and design of efficient semiconductor solar cell devices.
- Students will learn the concepts and analytical skills necessary to assess the utility and viability of various modern photovoltaic technologies in the context of a growing global renewable energy market.
Official catalogue course objectives and student learning outcomes
Prerequisites & course information
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Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027