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| Unit | INSTITUTE OF NATURAL AND APPLIED SCIENCES |
| ARCHITECTURE (MASTER) (WITH THESIS) | |
| Code | MM513 |
| Name | Advanced Building-Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV): Design and Energy Optimization |
| Term | 2026-2027 Academic Year |
| Term | Fall |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Yüksek Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Öğr. Gör. Dr. Ahadollah AZAMI |
| Course Instructor |
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.
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Course Goal / Objective
The primary objective of this course is to equip graduate-level architecture students with a comprehensive understanding of Building-Integrated Photovoltaic (BIPV) systems, focusing on their design principles, energy performance, and optimization strategies. The course explores how photovoltaic technologies can be meaningfully integrated into architectural elements such as façades and roofs while responding to diverse climatic conditions. Students will develop the ability to evaluate and optimize energy generation through simulation-based approaches using tools such as PVSYST and PV*SOL. Emphasis is placed on understanding the relationship between architectural design decisions and photovoltaic performance. The course ultimately aims to foster critical thinking and practical expertise in designing low-carbon, energy-efficient, and net-zero energy buildings within a sustainable architectural framework.
Course Content
This course examines Building-Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) in architectural design, energy performance, and optimization. It covers photovoltaic principles, building integration, and climatic influences. Students use simulation tools to analyze energy production and explore sustainable, net-zero-energy building strategies, thereby enhancing both analytical and design-oriented skills.
Course Precondition
None
Resources
Weekly Program PPS Presentations
Notes
Core and Supplementary References: • Anderson, K., & Reeves, A. (2020). Building-integrated photovoltaics: A handbook. Routledge. • Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes – Duffie, J. A., & Beckman, W. A. (2013). Solar engineering of thermal processes (4th ed.). Wiley. • Photovoltaics: Fundamentals, Technology and Practice – Kalyanasundaram, K. (2010). Photovoltaics: Fundamentals, technology and practice. EPFL Press. • Net Zero Energy Buildings – Attia, S. (2018). Net zero energy buildings (NZEB): Concepts, frameworks and roadmap for project analysis and implementation. Butterworth-Heinemann. • International Energy Agency. (2023). Building-integrated photovoltaics: A technical report. • International Renewable Energy Agency. (2022). Future of solar photovoltaic deployment. • Energy and Buildings – Recent peer-reviewed articles on BIPV systems and energy optimization. • Building and Environment – Advanced studies on climate-responsive design and building performance. Software and Technical Resources: • PVSYST – Advanced PV system simulation and yield analysis. • PV*SOL – 3D photovoltaic system design and performance evaluation. • EnergyPlus – Comprehensive building energy modeling and HVAC simulations. • Climate Consultant – Climate-based design strategies and passive design support tools.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Explain the fundamental principles and architectural relevance of BIPV systems. |
| LO02 | Evaluate and select appropriate photovoltaic technologies for façade and roof integration. |
| LO03 | Use simulation tools such as PVSYST and PV*SOL to estimate energy production. |
| LO04 | Assess the impact of architectural design decisions on photovoltaic efficiency. |
| LO05 | Develop optimization strategies for BIPV systems (tilt, orientation, shading). |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Deepens and develops its knowledge about architectural theory, history and practice and other related arts, technologies and human sciences at the level of expertise. | 3 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Uses the knowledge she has acquired on architecture, urban design and planning in an original way in design practice or theoretical studies. | |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | In a research process, he/she selects and uses the methods related to research and evaluation that are suitable for his/her purpose. | |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Develops critical thinking about the nature of information, its sources, production of information and problems related to testing of information within the field of architecture. | 4 |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Develops knowledge about sustainable design, environmental protection and improvement at an expert level. | 5 |
| PLO06 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Interprets the relationship between humans and the environment they live in from a structural, functional, technical or aesthetic perspective, using interdisciplinary knowledge. | |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Competent in theory and practice, aesthetic, technical, ecological, etc. Uses knowledge with creative, analytical and innovative thinking in order to create environments that meet needs. | |
| PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Selects and uses appropriate analysis methods, computer technologies and presentation techniques to organize, interpret and present data, information and findings obtained in the subject area. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Takes responsibility and carries out a study in its theoretical and practical aspects independently or in harmony within a group. | 3 |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | In order to conduct in-depth research or produce solutions within the framework of research ethics and scientific ethics on a selected subject area or a determined problem for the benefit of society, it uses appropriate methods to access data, interprets the results and announces them in various media. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Produces information experimentally by individually acquiring relevant information in architectural processes, selecting, evaluating, recording and various applications. | |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Expresses his/her thoughts and opinions for the benefit of society and within ethical rules by knowing field-specific concepts and terminology, attending meetings and congresses, making presentations and using appropriate communication tools. | 3 |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Develops strategies, policies and implementation plans in matters related to the field of architecture, taking into account innovative ethical, environmental and social values, and evaluates the results of its work within the framework of quality processes. | |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Interprets current developments in the field at home and abroad by following publications using her foreign language knowledge. | |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Interprets knowledge through interdisciplinary interaction by using knowledge, problem solving and/or application skills related to the discipline of architecture in interdisciplinary studies. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to BIPV: Concepts and relation to sustainable architecture | No preliminaries | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 2 | Fundamentals of photovoltaic technologies (types, efficiency, materials) | Relevant Reading and Research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 3 | BIPV system components and integration strategies | Relevant Reading and Research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 4 | Climate data and solar radiation analysis | Relevant Reading and Research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Bireysel Çalışma |
| 5 | Façade integration: design strategies and aesthetics | Relevant Reading and Research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 6 | Roof integration and building envelope performance | Relevant Reading and Research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 7 | Introduction to simulation tools (PVSYST, PV*SOL) | Relevant Reading and Research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Bireysel Çalışma |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Relevant Reading and Research | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Ödev |
| 9 | Orientation and tilt optimization (tilt–azimuth analysis) | Relevant Reading and Research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 10 | Shading analysis and its impact on performance | Relevant Reading and Research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Bireysel Çalışma |
| 11 | Integration of energy production with building energy demand | Relevant Reading and Research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 12 | Net-zero energy and carbon-neutral design strategies | Relevant Reading and Research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 13 | Case studies (Türkiye Examples) | Relevant Reading and Research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri, Tartışma |
| 14 | Case studies (International Examples) | Relevant Reading and Research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Gösteri |
| 15 | Examination/Discussion/Recommendations Assessment | Relevant Reading and Research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 16 | Term Exams | Project Submission | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Ödev |
| 17 | Term Exams | Project Submission | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Ödev |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 5 | 70 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 5 | 4 | 20 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 12 | 12 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 150 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 6,00 | ||
| ECTS | 6 ECTS | ||