The student is expected to be able to develop models for PV systems using MATLAB

Slides and coding

This module will focus on methodologies and tools for renewable energy systems modeling and simulation. They can be used to evaluate/estimate functional performance in order to achieve optimum system sizing and integration. This will include: tools for energy supply modeling; performing energy system design simulation and analysis; hands on simulation and analysis software tools (i.e. HOMER, TRNSYS, RETScreen); understanding climate and weather data sources and formats; optimum energy system design selection including advanced intelligent optimization.Modeling of Sun                                                    Modeling of standalone PV systems                                                           Modeling of hybrid PV systems                                                             Modeling of grid connected PV systems                                                            Modeling of wind power systems                                                           AI applications for PV systemsPV systems; Modeling; Renewable Energy

Basic electrical engineering and basic programming and math skills. 

Khatib, T., Elmenreich, W. Modeling of photovoltiac systems using MATLAB. 2016. Wiley

Written exam and  presentation.

Topics discussed in class.

knowledge of lecture content