KALASALINGAM

UNIVERSITY
(KALASALINGAM ACADEMY OF RESEARCH AND
EDUCATION)
DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING

COURSE PLAN-ODD SEMESER 2016-2017

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Course Coordinator
Module Coordinator
Programme Coordinator

EEE5303 SOLAR ELECTRIC SYSTEMS

M.Tech (RET)
I/A
3
Dr. A. Ramkumar
Mr. K. Muniyasamy
Dr. A. Ramkumar

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The main objective of the course is to understand the basic operation solar cell and design solar
PV system

COURSE OBJECTIVE

To understand the basic concepts of working of solar cells.

To study the variation of efficiency with band-gap and temperature.

To understand the quantum well solar cell.

To study the recent developments in Solar cells.

COURSE PRE-REQUISITE

Solar and Wind Energy Conversions

PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES (PEOS):

PEO

DESCRIPTION

PEO1

Graduates of the programme will have the knowledge of the social issues related to

PEO2

power sector and come out with viable solutions.

Graduates of the programme will have the technical competency to address the
issues in renewable energy sector.
Graduates of the programme will have the knowledge and skill to design and

PEO3

PEO4

develop low cost and highly efficient products related to renewable energy
technology.
Graduates of the programme will possess sound technical knowledge and have the
motivation to pursue higher studies leading to research.

CO

DESCRIPTION

CO1
CO2

Understand the basic operation solar cell and the related technology.
Analyze the different parameters of solar PV cell.

CO3

Understand different solar fabrication technology

CO4

Make use of modern tool to design solar PV system.

CO5

Develop solar PV system for various specifications.

MAPPING OF CO TO PO
CO1
CO2
CO3
CO4
CO5

PO1

PO2

PO3

PO4

PO5

PO6

PO7

PO8

PO9

PO10

PO11

DELIVERY/INSTRUCTION METHODOLOGIES
DIRECT
Examinations
A/T/CO
Assignments
Quiz
Seminars
CO1
Tutorials
CO2
CO3
CO4
TEXT BOOK:
CO5

Assignment
1

Assignment
2

INDIRECT
Course End Surveys
Assignment
3

PROGRAM OUTCOMES (POS):

PO
PO1

DESCRIPTION
Scholarship of Knowledge: Possess in-depth knowledge in various domains of
renewable energy technology with an ability to analyze the plant parameters and to
generate new knowledge.

PO2

Critical thinking: Ability to critically investigate the existing power generation to

conduct research leading to further improvement.

PO3

Problem solving: Ability to find optimal solutions to improve the efficiency in

renewable energy power generation that meets the public health and environmental
issues.

PO4

Research skill: Ability to analyze the complex problems in power generation,

operation and control and to come out with novel solutions using the knowledge

PO5
PO6

acquired.
Usage of modern tools: Develop appropriate software tools using modern
techniques for the simulation of solar, wind etc.
Collaborative and multidisciplinary work: Possess interdisciplinary knowledge
and decision making skills to participate in collaborative and multidisciplinary

PO7

research work.
Project management and finance: Ability to apply the knowledge of renewable
energy and management techniques to successfully execute projects in power and

PO8

energy.
Communication: Ability to communicate confidently and effectively with the

PO9

engineering professional and with the society on various engineering activities.

Life-Long learning: Ability to recognize the importance and engage in life-long
learning to acquire new knowledge.

PO10

Ethical Practices and social responsibility: Practices Engineering ethics and

contributes to the sustainable development of society through innovative practices.

PO11

Independent and Reflective learning: Ability to critically evaluate the outcome of

their action and to take corrective measures for further improvement.