This course provides a comprehensive introduction to renewable energy technologies, with a focus on solar energy — its measurement, modeling, and applications. It covers both the theoretical foundations and practical calculations used in the design and analysis of solar energy systems.
Key Topics Covered:
- Solar Geometry – Earth-sun angles, declination, altitude, azimuth, day length
- Solar Time & Radiation – Solar time conversion, clear-sky models (ASHRAE, Hottel)
- Radiation on Tilted Surfaces – Beam, diffuse, and reflected components
- Collector Performance – Transmittance-absorptance product, heat transfer, efficiency
- Photovoltaic Systems – Basic principles, sizing, and performance estimation
- Energy Storage & Integration – Batteries, grid connection, system sizing
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
- ✅ Calculate solar angles and radiation for any location, date, and time
- ✅ Estimate solar energy availability using standard models
- ✅ Design and evaluate simple solar thermal and PV systems
- ✅ Understand the role of renewables in sustainable energy systems
- Teacher: Hocine BELAHYA
- Teacher: Hocine BELAHYA