The Philippine Society of Mechanical Engineers - BiPSU Student Chapter of the Department of Mechanical Engineering conducted a seminar on the proper utilization of solar energy on April 2 at the Technology Building.

The seminar, entitled “Maximizing Solar Potential: Key Considerations for the Installation of Solar PV System, aimed to educate mechanical engineering students on solar energy, enhancing their technical knowledge in renewable energy. 

Attended by mechanical engineering students and faculty members, the seminar focused on discussing the essential prerequisites for solar Photovoltaic (PV) system installation, including site evaluation and preparation; technical aspects, safety protocols, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.

In his message, Engr. Vivencio Pelesco, vice president for Administration and FInance and dean of the School of Engineering, mentioned that the utilization of photovoltaic technology, though not already new, has gained wider attention and acceptance nowadays due to increasing cost of electricity.

“As mechanical engineering students and future mechanical engineers, you need to become equipped with the necessary technical knowledge and skills on how to design and install photovoltaic systems so that you will have the edge in terms of employment or if you wish to venture into business on photovoltaic technology after graduation,” Engr. Pelesco said.

He also encouraged the department to do similar activities every semester to allow students acquire additional learning aside from those being taught in their different subjects.

Meanwhile, Engr. Ramon L. Pitao, Jr., a professional mechanical engineer and the chairperson of BS in Mechanical Engineering, led the discussion on the fundamentals of Solar PV System - Sizing of Solar Setup.

Engr. Lester C. Toledo,  a faculty member of BSME, and the top-performing examinee in the August 2019 Mechanical Engineering Licensure Examination (MELE), also delivered a message and shared tips in acing the board exam and engineering profession.

PV technology, commonly known as solar panels, directly converts sunlight into electricity using semiconducting materials, a process known as the photovoltaic effect.

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