Electricity Basics for Solar PV Design and Installation
Course Format
Two Days (9am- 5pm); Instructor-led.
COST: $395
You Will Learn To
- Understand the electricity basics that affect Solar PV systems
- Identify the mathematical and electrical laws that are involved
- Perform the calculations to assess how much electricity will be generated by an identified solar site
Who Should Enroll
Persons interested in taking Solar PV Design and Installation Basics who do not posess the basic knowledge of electricity that is a requirement for enrolling in that course.
Course Description
This 12 hour class is designed to prepare students for the material covered in Solar PV Design and Installation Basics. Students will learn basic electrical theory and characteristics, electrical equations, including Ohm's Law, electrical and photovoltaic circuits. They will be introduced to the National Electric Code, the proper use of hand tools, schematic drawings and more.
Detailed Course Outline
Day1
Electrical Theory
Atoms and Magnetism
Conductors
Electrical Characteristics
Voltage
Current
Resistance
Electrical Equations
Ohm’s Law
Electrical Circuits
Series
Parallel
Electrical Measurements
Photovoltaic Circuits
Day 2
Electrical Practical
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
National Electric Code (NEC)
Electrician’s Tools and Hardware
Hand Tools
Raceways and Fittings
Conductors and Cables
Schematic drawings
Electrical Services
Electrical Test Equipment
Photovoltaic Installer’s Tools and Hardware
Adobe Applications
Web Development
Green programs
Mobile Applications
Business
Technical
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