How do solar cells work, why do we need, and how can we measure their efficiency? These are just some of the questions Introduction to solar cells tackles. Whether you are looking for general insight in this green technology or your ambition is to pursue a career in solar, “Introduction to Solar Cells” is an excellent starting point.
Introduction to solar cells
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Introduction
In this introduction module I would like to introduce you to the course its content and teaching style. I hope you will enjoy the way we have designed the course.
完成時間為 6 分鐘
1 個閱讀材料
完成時間為 2 小時
History of solar cells
The first topic in an introduction course on solar cells is naturally a historical overview. In this module you will briefly get introduced to the history and early development of solar cells. We will also start to do some calculations of efficiency and energy output of solar cells.
完成時間為 2 小時
2 個視頻 （總計 5 分鐘）, 5 個閱讀材料, 5 個測驗
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Why solar energy
The most important question one can ask must be: "Why is solar energy is an important topic and why should we develop solar energy?". This module does not claim to answer that question fully, but we will summarize the strong case for renewable energy.
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3 個視頻 （總計 16 分鐘）, 5 個閱讀材料, 4 個測驗
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Power from solar cells
How much power can a solar cell produce and how can we measure it? This question is the starting point for this module and we will go through the terminology, talk about light sources, and even measure a solar cell ourselves.
完成時間為 2 小時
5 個視頻 （總計 24 分鐘）, 4 個閱讀材料, 4 個測驗
完成時間為 2 小時
Modelling a solar cell
In this module we will introduce an equivalent circuit of a solar cell and use it to explain key concepts including short circuit current, open circuit voltage, parasitic resistances, and more. We will also talk about connected solar cells, and their behavior in shaded conditions.
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2 個視頻 （總計 8 分鐘）, 5 個閱讀材料, 4 個測驗
完成時間為 3 小時
How do solar cells work
In this module we will attack the topic: How do solar cells work? This module will be more theory heavy than other parts of the course, but don't worry. We will focus on the key concepts that are necessary to understand how solar cells work, and skip the math.
完成時間為 3 小時
3 個視頻 （總計 12 分鐘）, 6 個閱讀材料, 6 個測驗
完成時間為 2 小時
Efficiency of solar cells
With a knowledge of the working principles of solar cells, we are now ready to apply this knowledge to understand why there are limits to the efficiency of solar cells. We will also briefly look into loss mechanisms that limit the practical efficiency.
完成時間為 2 小時
2 個視頻 （總計 15 分鐘）, 4 個閱讀材料, 4 個測驗
完成時間為 3 小時
Silicon solar cells
Silicon solar cells are by far the most prevalent solar cell technology. In this module we will talk about why silicon is so abundant. We will also learn how silicon solar cells are made, what differentiates multi and monocrystalline silicon, and much more.
完成時間為 3 小時
5 個視頻 （總計 24 分鐘）, 7 個閱讀材料, 4 個測驗
完成時間為 3 小時
Thin film solar cells
Moving beyond silicon solar cells, the next important development is thin film solar cells. In thin film solar cells, we see a potential solution to the major problem associated with silicon solar cells: namely energy payback time.
完成時間為 3 小時
4 個視頻 （總計 17 分鐘）, 5 個閱讀材料, 5 個測驗
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由 EB 提供2019年2月17日
Solid introduction into the world of solar cells! Nothing was taught to great depth, but as a general overview of the history, basic calculations, and production methods, the course does a great job.
由 AP 提供2017年12月11日
Very concise and to the point. Stable and calm teaching. Was my first foray into renewable energy and absolutely loved it. The course instructor was brilliant and had a stable command over the topic.
由 SP 提供2018年5月16日
Great course to know the history and also the technologies advancement for solar cells through the years. Learn the different types of solar cells available, with their advantages and disadvantages.
由 KP 提供2020年6月10日
This is the first coursera course I have taken and the first I have completed. It is an interesting topic and the format was great for getting an understanding of solar cell technology. good stuff.
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