Photovoltaics (PV) Systems

What you'll learn

Learn the basics of how to site, design, and install photovoltaic (PV) systems. This course includes sizing systems for both grid connected and off grid PV systems. Learn about the solar resource, the problems associated with shading and the best orientation and tilt for PV arrays. The course will cover the basic sizing and design of systems to serve a given electrical load, and safety procedures for installers. Students will study the electrical code for PV systems in detail, and the various mounting systems for PV arrays and how they affect roofs. Course includes hands-on projects. This course is geared towards those with no or little experience in PV installation. Knowledge of electrical theory is a pre-requisite. This course is stackable into the Green Building AAS program and the Manufacturing Technology Certificate program.