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Course Description Course Name : Solar Cell II Course Code : FK-618 Course Type : Optional Level of Course : Second Cycle Year of Study : 1 Course Semester : Spring (16 Weeks) ECTS : 6 Name of Lecturer(s) : Assoc.Prof.Dr. CEBRAİL GÜMÜŞ Learning Outcomes of the Course : Explains the efficiency limitations in solar cells Explains the temperature effect Explains the efficiency loss Explains the efficiency measurement Explains the standart silicon solar cell technology Explains silicon solar cell projection Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : It is aimed to teach students calculations of efficiency and loss in solar cells Course Contents : Efficiency measurement in solar cells, Reduction of sand to silicon in metallurgic purity, convertion of silicon in metallurgic purity into silicon in semiconductor purity, Convertion of polycrystal silicon with semiconductor purity into single crystal slices, Convertion of single crystal silicon slices into solar cells, Preparing solar cells as solar cell panels, energy analysis, optic projection Language of Instruction : Turkish Work Place : Lecture halls of faculty   Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods 1 Efficiency limitations in solar cells, temperature effect Research the related topic Lecture, discussion 2 Efficiency loss in solar cells Research the related topic Lecture, discussion 3 Efficiency measurement in solar cells Research the related topic Lecture, discussion 4 Reduction of sand to silicon in metallurgic purity, convertion of silicon in metallurgic purity into silicon in semiconductor purity Research the related topic Lecture, discussion 5 Convertion of polycrystal silicon with semiconductor purity into single crystal slices Research the related topic Lecture, discussion 6 Convertion of single crystal silicon slices into solar cells Research the related topic Lecture, discussion 7 Midterm Exam Midterm Exam Midterm Exam 8 Preparing solar cells as solar cell panels, energy analysis Research the related topic Lecture, discussion 9 Getting pure silicon for solar cells, silicon slices Research the related topic Lecture, discussion 10 Preparing solar cell and cell connections with others Research the related topic Lecture, discussion 11 Fundamental effects, base doping Research the related topic Lecture, discussion 12 Back surface area, top layer limitations Research the related topic Lecture, discussion 13 Top link projection, spectrum sensitivity Research the related topic Lecture, discussion 14 Optic projection Research the related topic Lecture, discussion 15 Final Final Final 16/17 Final Final Final   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  Güneş pilleri, Prof. Dr. Remzi Engin, Yüzüncü yıl üniversitesi FEF Fizik Bölümü yayınları.  Optical processes in semiconductors, Jacques I. Pankove, Dover Publications, Inc. New York.  M. A. Green , Solar Cells, Prentice-Hall, Inc., Englewood Clifs, N. J., 1982. Required Course Material(s)   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 60     Homeworks/Projects/Others 3 40 Total 100 Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40   Final Assessments 100 Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60 Total 100   Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes # Key Learning Outcome Contribution* 1 Develop and deepen the knowledge as a specialist in physics or different areas based on the Physics Bachelor´s qualification level. 2 2 Comprehend the importance of multidisciplinary studies related to Physics. 1 3 Use his/her advanced theoretical and practical knowledge in Physics efficiently. 1 4 Integrate and interpret the knowledge from different disciplines with the help of his professional knowledge in Physics and conceptualize new perspectives. 1 5 Solve the problems in Physics by using research methods. 1 6 Carry out a study requiring expertise in physics independently. 2 7 Develop and provide new strategic approaches by taking responsibilty while solving the unexpected problems in Physics . 2 8 Take the responsibility of being the leader while solving the problems related to physical environments. 3 9 Evaluate the knowledge and skills gained in Physics by having a critical view and directs his/her learning. 2 10 Systematically transfer the current developments in the field of physics and his/her work to the person in physics field or outside of the field by supporting qualitative and quantitative data. 3 11 Take action to change the norms of social relations and critically examine these relationships, and develop them if necessary. 1 12 Make communication in oral and written by using at least one foreign language in the level of European Language Portfolio B2 level. 1 13 Use information and communication technologies in advanced level and use the software related with physics area. 2 14 Oversee social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in order to collect, implement, interpret data in Physics. 2 15 Develop strategies, policies and implementation plans in the issues related to the field of physics and evaluate the results obtained within the framework of quality processes. 2 16 Use the knowledge, problem solving, and / or practical skills obtained in the Physics Field in interdisciplinary studies. 2 * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).   Student Workload - ECTS Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour) Course Related Works     Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42     Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 3 42 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 3 10 30     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 14 14     Final Exam 1 14 14 Total Workload: 142 Total Workload / 25 (h): 5.68 ECTS Credit: 6