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Solar Energy (ENEN90033) // Further information

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  • Subject notes

    LEARNING AND TEACHING METHODS

    The subject is based on presentations by two expert lecturers and one expert industry person in the field. In addition each student prepares a group research report on a topic of their interest selected from an extensive list. Numerical problems solving based on analysis and design are investigated.

    INDICATIVE KEY LEARNING RESOURCES

    Reference books:

    • John A. Duffie and William A. Beckman 2006 Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes, Wiley, Hoboken, N.J.
    • Soteris A. Kalogirou 2009 Solar Energy Engineering: Processes and Systems [electronic resource], Elsevier/Academic Press Burlington, MA.

    Journal:

    • Solar Energy


    CAREERS / INDUSTRY LINKS

    Australian Solar Energy Council


  • Related Handbook entries

    This subject contributes to the following:

    TypeName
    CourseMaster of Energy Systems
    CourseMaster of Environmental Engineering
    CourseDoctor of Philosophy - Engineering
    CoursePh.D.- Engineering
    CourseMaster of Philosophy - Engineering
    CourseMaster of Engineering Structures
    Specialisation (formal)Civil
    Specialisation (formal)Energy
    Specialisation (formal)Environmental
    MajorEnergy Efficiency Modelling and Implementation
    MajorTailored Specialisation
    MajorClimate Change
    Specialisation (formal)Energy
    MajorEnergy Studies
  • Available through the Community Access Program

    About the Community Access Program (CAP)

    This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.

    Please note Single Subject Studies via Community Access Program is not available to student visa holders or applicants

    Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.

  • Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students

    This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on study abroad and exchange; students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject. These requirements may be met by equivalent study completed at and approved by your home institution.

Last updated: 19 November 2025