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Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) - Workshop
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Abstract
The weeklong workshop will focus on building integrated photovolatics (BiPV). Students will be introduced to theory, methods and tools to support them in developing demonstrator objects in teams in ITA's Robotic Fabrication Lab (RFL). The week program also includes an industry site visit and final presentations.
Objective
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to: 1) explain the principles of BIPV and the relevant aspects of designing with solar materials (e.g. principles of the photovoltaic effect and solar glass properties); 2) assess the effects of the position of the sun, solar irradiance and design choices on PV system performance with basic calculations and tools; 3) fabricate PV demonstrator objects and demonstrate various PV designs 4) explain secondary functions of BIPV and how this relates to conventional construction; and 5) explain environmental benefits and market drivers of BIPV.
Content
Program Overview M / Session 1 / Welcome & Introduction M / Session 2 / Input Lecture on Theory & Methods M / Session 3 / Input Lecture on Tools M / Session 4 / Demonstrator Object Group Work Tu / Sessions 1-2 / Industry Site Visit Tu / Session 3-4 / Demonstrator Object Group Work W / Sessions 1 / Feedback Session W / Session 2-4 / Demonstrator Object Group Work Th / Sessions 1 / Feedback Session Th / Session 2-4 / Demonstrator Object Group Work F / Sessions 1-2 / Exhibit Installation F / Session 3-4 / Presentation & Feedback Sessions with External Reviewers
Resources
Learning Materials (Links)
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General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- BSC , MSC
Examination
- Type
- ungraded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture with exercise |
Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) - Workshop
Permission from lecturers required for all students.
1 week workshop from 22.-26.3.2021, details will follow.
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No time listed | 40 h semesterly |