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 Natural Sciences

School:

School of Physical Sciences

Department:

Physics

Course Discipline:

physics

Course Description & Objectives:

This is an introductory course in solar energy. The aim is to provide basic principles of solar energy. The course is divided into the following 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;
Analyse 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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