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Solar Cells
Solarzellen
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:06:56
Abstract
Introduction to physics, technology, characteristics and applications of photovoltaic solar cells.
Objective
Introduction to physics, technology, characteristics and applications of photovoltaic solar cells.
Content
Solar radiation characteristics, physical mechanisms for the light to electrical power conversion, properties of semiconductors for solar cells, processing and properties of conventional Si and GaAs based solar cells, technology and physics of thin film solar cells based on compound semiconductors, other solar cells including organic and dye sensitized cells, problems and new developments for power generation in space, interconnection of cells and solar module design, measurement techniques, system design of photovoltaic plants, integration in buildings and other specific examples.
Resources
Lecture Notes
Manuscript "Solarzellen" (in german) and reprints (in english).
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- DS
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- oral 30 minutes
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture with exercise |
Solarzellen
Vorlesungssprache:
Dozent Tiwari: englisch
Dozent Minder: deutsch
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3 h weekly |