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| Course Description |
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| Course Name |
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Solar Energy |
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| Course Code |
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FK-615 |
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| Course Type |
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Optional |
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| Level of Course |
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Second Cycle |
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| Year of Study |
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1 |
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| Course Semester |
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Fall (16 Weeks) |
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| ECTS |
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6 |
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| Name of Lecturer(s) |
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Assoc.Prof.Dr. MEHMET KARAKILÇIK
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| Learning Outcomes of the Course |
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Defines the structure of the sun
Writes the geometry of sunlight coming to earth
Describes the absorption of solar radiation
Describes the reflection and scattering of solar radiation
Calculates the solar energy from the sun to earth
Calculates the water absorption of solar energy
Can obtain the thermal energy from solar energy
Knows the physics of solar collectors and solar ponds
Calculates shading factor of solar ponds
Designs the new solar energy systems
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| Mode of Delivery |
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Face-to-Face |
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| Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites |
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FK-614 Optic Measurement Methods
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| Recommended Optional Programme Components |
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None |
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| Aim(s) of Course |
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The purpose of this course is teach solar geometry and solar radiation, radiation from the sun to reach the earth, where the absorption, reflection and scattering occur, the calculation of the solar energy and production of heat energy from the sun in the solar energy applications. |
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| Course Contents |
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Structure of the Sun, Solar geometry, Solar radiation, Absorption of solar radiation, Reflection and scattering of solar radiation, Calculation of the solar energy coming from the surface, Absorption of solar energy in the water, The obtain and storage of thermal energy from solar energy, Solar energy applications, Physics of solar collectors and solar ponds, The production of thermal energy from solar ponds, Shading factor of solar ponds, Other solar energy Technologies. |
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| Language of Instruction |
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Turkish |
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| Work Place |
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Classrooms (D1, D2 veya D3) of Faculty of Sciences and Letters,
Classrooms (R2-101,102 or 103) of Rectorate |
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Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities |
| Week | Subject | Student's Preliminary Work | Learning Activities and Teaching Methods |
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1 |
Structure of the Sun |
Textbook and other resources |
Lecture notes, powerpoint presentation, problems solving and homework |
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2 |
Solar geometry |
Lecture books and other sources |
Lecture notes, powerpoint presentation, problems solving and homework |
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3 |
Solar radiation |
Textbook and other resources |
Lecture notes, powerpoint presentation, problems solving and homework |
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4 |
Absorption of solar radiation |
Lecture books and other sources |
Lecture notes, powerpoint presentation, problems solving and homework |
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5 |
Reflection and scattering of solar radiation |
Textbook and other resources |
Lecture notes, powerpoint presentation, problems solving and homework |
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6 |
Calculation of the solar energy coming from the surface |
Textbook and other resources |
Lecture notes, powerpoint presentation, problems solving and homework |
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7 |
Absorption of solar energy in the water |
Textbook and other resources |
Lecture notes, powerpoint presentation, problems solving and homework |
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8 |
Midterm Exam |
Solving problems related to course topics |
Written Exam |
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9 |
To obtain and storage of thermal energy from solar energy |
Lecture books and other sources |
Lecture notes, powerpoint presentation, problems solving and homework |
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10 |
Solar energy applications |
Textbook and other resources |
Lecture notes, powerpoint presentation, problems solving and homework |
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11 |
Physics of solar collectors and solar ponds
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Textbook and other resources |
Lecture notes, powerpoint presentation, problems solving and homework |
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12 |
The production of thermal energy from solar ponds |
Textbook and other resources |
Lecture notes, powerpoint presentation, problems solving and homework |
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13 |
Shading factor of solar ponds |
Textbook and other resources |
Lecture notes, powerpoint presentation, problems solving and homework |
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14 |
Other solar energy Technologies |
Lecture books and other sources |
Lecture notes, powerpoint presentation, problems solving and homework |
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15 |
Other solar energy technologies |
Textbook and other resources |
Lecture notes, powerpoint presentation, problems solving and homework |
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16/17 |
Final Exam |
Solving problems related to course topics |
Written Exam |
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Required Course Resources |
| Resource Type | Resource Name |
| Recommended Course Material(s) |
 Duffie, J.A. and Beckman, W.A., Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes. John Wiley And Sons, New York (1980).
Deriş, N. Solar Energy and Heating Technique with Hot Water, Sermet Printing House, İstanbul (1979).
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| Required Course Material(s) | |
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Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria |
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Semester/Year Assessments |
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Contribution Percentage |
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Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) |
1 |
50 |
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Homeworks/Projects/Others |
4 |
50 |
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Total |
100 |
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Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success |
40 |
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Final Assessments
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100 |
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Rate of Final Assessments to Success
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60 |
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Total |
100 |
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| Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes |
| # | Key Learning Outcome | Contribution* |
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1 |
Develop and deepen the knowledge as a specialist in physics or different areas based on the Physics Bachelor´s qualification level. |
4 |
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2 |
Comprehend the importance of multidisciplinary studies related to Physics. |
5 |
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3 |
Use his/her advanced theoretical and practical knowledge in Physics efficiently. |
4 |
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4 |
Integrate and interpret the knowledge from different disciplines with the help of his professional knowledge in Physics and conceptualize new perspectives. |
3 |
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5 |
Solve the problems in Physics by using research methods. |
3 |
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6 |
Carry out a study requiring expertise in physics independently. |
3 |
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7 |
Develop and provide new strategic approaches by taking responsibilty while solving the unexpected problems in Physics . |
4 |
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8 |
Take the responsibility of being the leader while solving the problems related to physical environments. |
4 |
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9 |
Evaluate the knowledge and skills gained in Physics by having a critical view and directs his/her learning. |
3 |
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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. |
4 |
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11 |
Take action to change the norms of social relations and critically examine these relationships, and develop them if necessary. |
5 |
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12 |
Make communication in oral and written by using at least one foreign language in the level of European Language Portfolio B2 level. |
1 |
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13 |
Use information and communication technologies in advanced level and use the software related with physics area.
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4 |
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14 |
Oversee social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in order to collect, implement, interpret data in Physics. |
4 |
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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. |
5 |
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16 |
Use the knowledge, problem solving, and / or practical skills obtained in the Physics Field in interdisciplinary studies. |
4 |
| * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum). |
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| Student Workload - ECTS |
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Total Workload (Hour) |
| Course Related Works |
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Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) |
14 |
3 |
42 |
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Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) |
14 |
3 |
42 |
| Assesment Related Works |
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Homeworks, Projects, Others |
4 |
10 |
40 |
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Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) |
1 |
14 |
14 |
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Final Exam |
1 |
14 |
14 |
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Total Workload: | 152 |
| Total Workload / 25 (h): | 6.08 |
| ECTS Credit: | 6 |
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