INTRODUCTION TO SOLAR CELLS AND NANOTECHNOLOGY   [Archived Catalog]
2020-2021 Undergraduate Catalog
   

ENGR 1066 - INTRODUCTION TO SOLAR CELLS AND NANOTECHNOLOGY


Minimum Credits: 3
Maximum Credits: 3
Introduction to solar cells and nanotechnology this course aims to prepare Undergraduate students in the design and development of low-cost, high-efficiency solar cells. Students will learn the basics of solar cells, introduce themselves to nanotechnology and how this may enable next-generation solar cells, learn how to use instruments for synthesis and characterization of nanomaterials and solar cells, examine the social implication of nanotechnology and solar cells, and practice problem solving and engineering design skills within a collaborative team. Portions of the class will be flipped (video lectures at home and assignments in class) in order to facilitate an active and engaged learning process.
Academic Career: Undergraduate
Course Component: Lecture
Grade Component: Letter Grade
Course Requirements: PREQ: PHYS 0175; PROG: Swanson School of Engineering


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