Imagine Solar/NABCEP Approved Workshop: Solar PV Systems -Austin

Submitted by lstolzen on Thu, 06/04/2009 - 3:50pm
Date: 
Mon, 22 Jun 2009 - Fri, 26 Jun 2009

Workshop: PV System Design & Installation

 

This is an intensive NABCEP-APPROVED 40-hour hands-on workshop on photovoltaic system design & installation. This workshop is available to all.

Attendees who complete our workshop will be eligible to take the NABCEP Entry Level Certificate of Knowledge exam. ImagineSolar will proctor the 2-hour exam at the end of the workshop. This exam is optional - there is a fee of $95 (check or credit card) to take the exam. Bring your calculator. For more information, please see www.nabcep.org

The Oncor Solar Rebate Program Manager will detail the new PV incentive program for their Texas-wide service area.

8:00am - 6:00pm Monday, June 22nd through Thursday, June 25th; 8:00am - 3:00pm on Friday, June 26th followed by the optional NABCEP exam.

Cost: $1295.00 per person

Location: Electrical Training Center
4000 Caven Road, Austin, Texas, 78744

We will cover the task analysis as defined by NABCEP - the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (www.nabcep.org). Training modules include the following:

The Photovoltaic Industry
The Qualified Solar Pro
Basics of Electricity
The Solar Resource
Site Assessments
Tools for the Solar Professional
System Components and Configurations
Cells, Modules, and Arrays: Specifications, Technologies
Batteries and Charge Controllers
Inverters: Types and Specifications
System Sizing and Design
Mechanical Integration
Electrical Integration: National Electric Code
Utility Interconnection
System Installation and Commissioning
Performance and Troubleshooting

Class will conduct various equipment training as well as a grid-tied installation outside. Hats, sun block, and appropriate clothing for the weather are recommended.

Prerequisites: None - this workshop is open to all.

Price includes the following: Textbook titled “Photovoltaic Systems” from American Technical Publishers, Copyright 2007 by National Joint Apprenticeship & Training Committee for the Electrical Industry (NJATC), workbook, CD-ROM of solar resource material, and lunch daily.

Link to registration: http://imaginesolar.com/?page_id=8

If you have questions, contact Noralinda Ureste, 512.443.5725, nora.ureste@imaginesolar.com