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Mar 28, 2026
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2026-2027 Academic Catalog
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ALTE 1800 - Photovoltaic Energy Systems
Credits: 2 Lecture: 1 Lab: 2
This course explores the design and installation of solar photovoltaic systems and their applications, both off grid and on grid. Topics include: the science of photovoltaic technology, the economics of solar energy, basic photovoltaic systems, a review of electrical concepts, residential and light commercial photovoltaic systems, PV module IV characteristics, PV module performance ratings and construction as well as environmental effects on performance, PV array characteristics, solar battery operation, charge controller operation, standalone and grid connected PV systems, PV troubleshooting concepts, and site analysis and selection for photovoltaic systems.
Prerequisite: Placement into college level math
Course Classification: T
Fees: A fee applies to this course
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