SOLAR ENERGY | Makerere University Courses

Course Code:

PHY3204

Course Credit Units:

Semester:

Semester 2

Year of Study:

Year 3

Undergraduate or Graduate Level:

Undergraduate Level

College:

College of Education and External Studies

School:

School of Education (SoE)

Course Description & Objectives:

This is a first course in solar energy with the aim of providing basic principles for research in solar energy at a higher level. The course is divided into two parts: solar radiation fundamentals and solar energy utilization.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, the student should be able to:

Explain the spectral distribution of solar energy;
Analyze thermal conversion of solar energy with respect to the different surfaces;
Explain photovoltaic conversion of solar energy.
Design solar thermal panels and solar heating systems;
Advise the general public about the most efficient ways of solar energy utilization.

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