Continuing Education Courses
Course #21015 - Intro to Solar Install for Contractors/1hr NRG Consv
Course Expiration: |
October 26, 2025 |
Course Type: |
Contractor |
Core Credit Hours: |
3.0 |
HVAC Specific: |
No |
Energy Specific: |
Yes |
Course Name: | Intro to Solar Install for Contractors/1hr NRG Consv |
Course Outline & Objectives: | Course Description:
This course introduces students to the solar industry and the basic principles of the photovoltaic (PV) system design as well as solar module placement, permitting, inspection, and the economics.
Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of the course, student will be able to:
1.Describe the photovoltaic market, the primary levels of the PV industry, and how they interact.
2. Differentiate between solar technologies.
3. Explain the preferred placement of solar panels including optimum tilt, orientation, and roofing considerations.
4. Describe the different PV mounting methods.
5. Explain product requirements and specifications for modules, inverters, and other equipment.
6. Describe site and system drawings needed to secure building permit.
7. Describe key elements and labels examined during the inspection process.
8. Explain the costs and economics of solar energy
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Course Schedule |
n/a |
Calendar Events |
Keywords: |
Solar, core hours, 3, CEU's, contractor core credits, energy conservation credit |
Location(s): |
N/A - Out of State
N/A - Distance Learning Course
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Teaching Method: | Internet |
Company Name: | Salt Lake Community College |
Phone: | 801-957-5372 |
Address: | 9750 South 300 West |
City: | Sandy |
State: | UT |
Postal Code: | 84070 |
Email Address: | Paul.jones@slcc.edu |
The Course Provider is: | a recognized accredited college or university |
Signup Link: | http://slcc.edu/contractor |
Instructor First Name: | Thaniel |
Instructor Last Name: | Bishop |
Instructor License #: | 5748036-5504 |
Instructor Resume: | Thaniel has been working in the electrical and Solar / Renewable energy industry for over 18 years. Thaniel is a NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional, a Master Electrician and holds both E200 and E202 Contractor licenses. Thaniel has worked on over 6,000 solar installations, from residential to large commercial and industry arrays. He was the lead program designer and an instructor for the SLCC Solar Program for over 8 years. |
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