Course Details

Course Code: EN8240
Course Title: Solar Energy Systems
Short Title: SES
Course Level:: Level 8
Valid From:: 2025/2026 Sem 1
Credits:: 15
Owner: School of Engineering
Assessment Method: Achievement
Course Aim

This course explores the principles, technologies, and applications of solar energy systems. Topics include solar radiation, photovoltaic systems, solar thermal systems, energy storage, and system design for residential, commercial, and industrial applications. Students will develop a comprehensive understanding of solar energy utilization and its role in sustainable energy solutions.

 
CILO
On Completion of this course, the learner will be able to
# Learning Outcome Description
1 Critically evaluate the principles of solar radiation and how they are utilized in energy systems.
2 Analyze complex situations for photovoltaic and solar thermal energy systems addressing advanced and unpredictable challenges.
3 Critically assess the economic and environmental impacts of solar energy technologies, applying specialized theories and principles to make informed judgments in contexts with limited or variable data.
Requisites
No requisites
 
Examinations
Assessment Type
Examination (Unseen)
Other Controlled Assessments
Assessment Type
Lab Assignment
Uncontrolled Assessments
Assessment Type
Practical Project

The institute reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

Affiliated Entities
Entity Code Entity Title Entity Version Entity Type
ENT7035 Associate Degree in Engineering (Renewable and Clean Energy) 1 Programme
ENT8035 Bachelor of Engineering (Renewable and Clean Energy) 1 Programme