But du cours
Students master the technical and environmental aspects related to a photovoltaic (PV) solar system used for electricity production resale. They are able to size the components of a simple PV system.
Acquis d'apprentissage visés
Size a solar conversion system by selecting the technology suited to the customer’s needs Analyze the technical documentation of a solar project and write a technical report
Prérequis
Heat transfer Electricity Solar resource
Programme
The solar energy market in the world and in Réunion Island Legislative framework, current and historical status Fundamentals on:
- solar resource
- PV modules
- inverters
- sizing of PV systems
Site visit Sizing of grid-connected PV systems (resale and self-consumption) Energy yield calculation Return on investment calculation Safety aspects Sizing for off-grid systems Pumping with solar power Building integration
Modalités d'évaluation
2 continuous assessment grades and 2 lab grades
Bibliographie
Fédération de recherche du photovoltaïque, Le solaire photovoltaïque en France : réalité, potentiel et défis, https://solairepv.fr McEvoy, A., Markvart, T., and Luis, C. (2012). Practical Handbook of Photovoltaics. Elsevier. https://doi.org/10.1016/C2011-0-05723-X NREL (1995). Photovoltaic Fundamentals. https://www.nrel.gov/docs/legosti/old/16319.pdf
Supports
Course booklets (lectures, tutorials, and labs), lab benches (IV analyzer)