Using TRNSYS in a Graduate Course on Solar Energy
Abstract
This paper presents a graduate solar energy engineering course which relies on the TRNSYS simulation tool to engage students in the learning process through design and analysis activities. The course learning objectives are discussed in relation to Bloom’s revised taxonomy. The paper then presents an overview of the course contents, as well as teaching and assessment methods. Student feedback has been overwhelmingly positive on the use of TRNSYS, and on the combination of theoretical notions and practical, simulation- based design exercises. The students also pointed out the lack of software training material specific to the subject, which leads to difficulties in selecting and configuring the appropriate components.
Keywords
Education, teaching, solar energy, simulation, modeling, trnsys