Information
| Unit | FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND LETTERS |
| PHYSICS PR. | |
| Code | FZ485 |
| Name | Solar Cells |
| Term | 2017-2018 Academic Year |
| Semester | 7. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 4 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Üniversite Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. CEBRAİL GÜMÜŞ |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. CEBRAİL GÜMÜŞ
(Güz)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
What is photovoltaic cells. How does it work.
Course Content
Development of photovoltaic cells, solar energy supplySolar energy from the earth and measurementforbidden energy gap, crystal structure and orientationThe electron and hole of dynamics, the possibility of filling allowed states The electron and hole Densities, density of allowed statesCovalent coupling of group IV elements, group III and V additives, charge carrier concentrationTransport of charge carriers, position of the Fermi level at the doped semiconductorsThe interaction of light with semiconductor, absorption and merger eventsThe basic equations of semiconductor physicselectrostatics of the pn junctions and joints capacitance The flow through Diffusion at neutral zone, injection of charge carriers features of the pn structure in the dark Photovoltaic battery parameters
Course Precondition
Resources
Notes
2. M. A. Green , Solar Cells, Prentice-Hall, Inc., Englewood Clifs, N. J., 1982
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | 1.Solar battery and solar power |
| LO02 | 2. The interaction of light with semiconductor |
| LO03 | 3.Absorption of light |
| LO04 | 4.Merger events |
| LO05 | 5.The basic equations of semiconductor physics |
| LO06 | 6.p-n diodes joint |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | - | Explain the basic concepts and principles in the field of physics. | |
| PLO02 | - | Evaluate the developmets in the field of Physics by using scientific methods and techniques. | |
| PLO03 | - | Combine the knowledge in the field of physics with the other scientific area. | |
| PLO04 | - | Identify problems in the field of physics and for the solutions apply the analytical and simulative methods. | |
| PLO05 | - | Explain the methods of producing scientific knowledge in the field of physics. | |
| PLO06 | - | Reach the Information in the field of physics, for the purpose of classification, and uses. | |
| PLO07 | - | Use the advanced theoretical and practical knowledge acquired in the field of physics. | |
| PLO08 | - | Design experiments in the field of physics. | |
| PLO09 | - | Inform the specialist or non-specialist groups, orally or in writing on issues related to physics. | |
| PLO10 | - | Use the information technologies in Physics area for their purpose. | |
| PLO11 | - | Take responsibility as a team or alone to overcome the problems encountered in the field of physics . | |
| PLO12 | - | Plan and manage the activities for the professional developments of emplyees under his/her responsibilities. | |
| PLO13 | - | Classify, use and critically evaluate the knowledg taken by his/her efforts. | |
| PLO14 | - | Know that learning process is life-long and acts accordingly. | |
| PLO15 | - | Both with colleagues, as well as off the field of builds relationships ethically use information, communication technologies. Define necessities in learning in scientific, social, cultural and artistic areas and improve himself/herself accordingly. | |
| PLO16 | - | Have knowledge of a foreign language at least monitoring developments in the field of physics. | |
| PLO17 | - | Know the importance of individual development. | |
| PLO18 | - | Monitor the developments in the field of physics, learn and evaluate in terms of social ethics. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Development of photovoltaic cells, solar energy supply | Study the relevant chapter in the book, Internet research should be done | |
| 2 | Solar energy from the earth and measurement | Study the relevant chapter in the book, Internet research should be done | |
| 3 | forbidden energy gap, crystal structure and orientation | Study the relevant chapter in the book, Internet research should be done | |
| 4 | The electron and hole of dynamics, the possibility of filling allowed states | Study the relevant chapter in the book, Internet research should be done | |
| 5 | The electron and hole Densities, density of allowed states | Study the relevant chapter in the book, Internet research should be done | |
| 6 | Covalent coupling of group IV elements, group III and V additives, charge carrier concentration | Study the relevant chapter in the book, Internet research should be done | |
| 7 | midterm exam | Exam | |
| 8 | Transport of charge carriers, position of the Fermi level at the doped semiconductors | Study the relevant chapter in the book, Internet research should be done | |
| 9 | The interaction of light with semiconductor, absorption and merger events | Study the relevant chapter in the book, Internet research should be done | |
| 10 | The basic equations of semiconductor physics | Study the relevant chapter in the book, Internet research should be done | |
| 11 | electrostatics of the pn junctions and joints capacitance | Study the relevant chapter in the book, Internet research should be done | |
| 12 | The flow through Diffusion at neutral zone, injection of charge carriers | Study the relevant chapter in the book, Internet research should be done | |
| 13 | features of the pn structure in the dark | Study the relevant chapter in the book, Internet research should be done | |
| 14 | Photovoltaic battery parameters | Study the relevant chapter in the book, Internet research should be done | |
| 15 | Photovoltaic battery parameters | Study the relevant chapter in the book, Internet research should be done | |
| 16 | Final exam | Exam | |
| 17 | Final exam | Exam |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | 40 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |