Macro-Scale Solar

Solar Rooftop
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Intended Grade Level(s):
9-12
Learning Goal(s):

Students will be able to describe the basic structure of a photovoltaic solar module implementing the ideas of series and parallel wiring. Students will be able to describe the basic structure of a photovoltaic solar array implementing the ideas of series and parallel wiring. Students will be able to describe the function and necessity of an inverter when using photovoltaic arrays.

Lesson Number:
2
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Estimated Activity Length:
3 hours
Description:

This lesson begins with basic chemistry with regards to atomic structure. The lesson then moves to understanding the special properties of silicon as a photoelectric semi- conductor. Building on this, the basic structure of photovoltaic solar cells is described in detail.

Science Kit Material(s) Used:
1.5-Volt 500mA Solar Module
2-Volt, 500mA Solar Modules
Multimeter
Other Material(s) Used:
Student Worksheets #2 and #3 (one per student) • “Macro-Scale Photovoltaic Technology” PowerPoint presentation • “Configuration Images for Multimeter” student handout • Alligator leads • Computer access for PowerPoint and YouTube videos