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About the Course

How do solar cells work, why do we need, and how can we measure their efficiency? These are just some of the questions Introduction to solar cells tackles. Whether you are looking for general insight in this green technology or your ambition is to pursue a career in solar, “Introduction to Solar Cells” is an excellent starting point. The course is a tour through the fundamental disciplines including solar cell history, why we need solar energy, how solar cells produce power, and how they work. During the course we cover mono- and multi-crystalline solar cells, thin film solar cells, and new emerging technologies. The course includes hands-on exercises using virtual instruments, interviews with field experts, and a comprehensive collection of material on solar cells. At the end of the course you will have gained a fundamental understanding of the field. This will allow you to identify the most interesting or relevant aspects to be pursued in your future studies or in your professional career....

Top reviews

AP

Dec 11, 2017

Very concise and to the point. Stable and calm teaching. Was my first foray into renewable energy and absolutely loved it. The course instructor was brilliant and had a stable command over the topic.

JL

May 15, 2021

If you are a beginner and want to learn about practical aspects of solar cells, this is the course. Well structure, paced and with clear goals. The lessons and exercises are clear and well-directed.

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By Hakan A

Nov 22, 2020

It was a great course for me. I have learned lots of things about solar cells, and this course gave me a vision about solar energy and the future of energy.

By ARCHIT T

Nov 9, 2017

its really very very informative course thank you so much technical university of Denmark for this amazing course looking foreword for more courses from DTU

By Olaya S R

May 4, 2020

Proffesor and colleades explained the topics quite clear and in a order that every topic could be followed. Really helpful and motivating to keep learning.

By MAYOR, M J (

Nov 1, 2020

I learned a lot. It is a very interesting course with very thorough teaching. I thank all the people who gave time to improve the course. It was splendid.

By ullasa k

Aug 22, 2017

Really enlightened with the concept of solar cell technology . Course nicely constructed with vast amount materials for further reading and understanding.

By Jose J C E

Mar 5, 2022

Very interesting to be updated about this type of renewable source to generate power around the World. Mavelous focus the DTU gives from the beginning.

By Juan J M T

Apr 22, 2020

Excellent, a lot of interesting information and a wider and simple to understand explination of the solar cell industry and materials that are being use.

By UDAY V S

May 31, 2020

It is a awesome course . It gives insight of solar cell technology and its potential in the near future.The course is well divided into various modules.

By Deleted A

Oct 11, 2017

This is a very good and informative course. Now I fully understand the importance of solar cell and how the sun is an important renewable energy source.

By Ramiro A G

Jul 16, 2020

A very complete introducion to history, working principles, advantages, disadvantages and manufacturing processes of different solar cell technologies.

By P D A I G

Jul 10, 2020

First of all I want to thank you for introducing this course. I was able to learn a lot of things in detail here. Glad about that and thank you again.

By Mariella F

Sep 10, 2017

Very thorough explaining and good use of external resources to help understand. Teachers speak in a good pace and intonation that keeps you focused.

By Dr. B G

Jun 16, 2020

Remarkably well organized. Will test your mathematics and analytical skills. Takes it to a whole new level. The technology itself is an eye opener.

By saifeldien H M A H

Feb 28, 2021

A professional staff and very helpful course, helped me understand concepts more and would definitely apply for more courses following this one.

By Alejandro P

Nov 3, 2020

This course is great for learning the detailed science behind solar power generation and the considerations of mass production of solar cells.

By MOHAMED M P

Aug 4, 2020

I have learned a lot regarding solar cells through this course and I hope it will help me in further jobs with the solar related industries.

By Antonio C

Jun 23, 2018

Maravilloso curso para comprender la operacion de las celdas solares y sus beneficios en la integracion a los sistemas de suministro electrico

By Zhenya F

Aug 24, 2020

Great solar technology primer. The course was exactly what I wanted it to be. Many quiz feedback forms had minor spelling and wording errors.

By rubanpreet k

Jul 15, 2019

It was very informative and well designed course. Motivated to learn more about different types of Solar cells and to implement my knowledge.

By VARPE V M 2

Dec 16, 2020

Its Best Idea to Learn any important any iformation and easily to our time. my quetions is how is geting complition certificate and grade .

By David D

Jul 4, 2019

A nice course with very interesting topics and easy mathematics problems and videos talking about history, present and future of solar cells

By Waqar B

Jul 22, 2021

Exceptional course. All basic essential details are covered in this course. Also, advance research in solar cell development is introduced.

By Shankhaneel B

Sep 14, 2020

It was a great Learning experience. Looking forward to into more details of renewable energy in future. Kudos to all the course instructors

By Stefan R

Sep 10, 2020

I very much enjoyed this course and i think other will also find it being so. Great instructor that made it less challenging and more fun !

By Jonathan B

Apr 30, 2021

Thank you Mr. V. Madsen for this very interesting and well prepared course. I'm looking forward to the next course "Photo-Voltaic Energy".