CleanEdison Advanced Solar PV Training AL - Birmingham Apr 28, 2014

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CleanEdison's Advanced Solar Installation course aligns with the standards set forth by the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP). This course will provide individuals with the knowledge, skills and certification needed to become fully certified solar energy professionals.
Why Take This Course:

CleanEdison's Advanced Solar PV training both provides the required advanced training hours and exam preparation for the NABCEP PV Installer Certification exam.
As the solar industry continues to mature, employers and customers are beginning to expect NABCEP Certification for installers.
Participants in this course will have the opportunity to gain the advanced knowledge needed to stand out as an experienced and qualified photovoltaic installer, business owner, project manager or system design engineer.
This Solar Energy Training course is IREC ISPQ Accredited and was designed to NABCEP's Job Task Analysis
You will gain solar installation skills that can immediately be applied to the field
Ther solar energy industry is one of the fastest growing secotrs in the nation

Audience:
There are no prerequisites, but it is highly recommended to take CleanEdison's Entry Level Solar PV training beforehand. Most people take the Solar PV Mastery Combo Course
Our Advanced Solar Training is ideal for:

Roofers
Electricians
Contractors
Builders
Anyone with experience in solar PV installation who want to qualify for the NABCEP PV Installer Exam.

What You'll Learn:
CleanEdison's 40-hour intensive 5-day Advanced Solar PV training course covers a wide range of topics, including current industry standards for photovoltaic system design and installation best practices.
Course Objectives:

Have an understanding of the various types systms within a home, their components and functions and how they inter-operate
Know the process of completing an Advanced Solar PV Training  and be able to communicate this to Customers
Be able to conduct safety performance tests to assess system condition, identify saving opportunities and prepare a ""workscope"" with meaningful, cost effective retrofit solutions
Pass the Advanced Solar PV Training written and field exams

Agenda
Day 1 Course Outline:

Section A1: Verify System Design
Section A2: Review Site Survey
Section A3: Confirm System Sizing 
Section A4: Review Design of Energy Storage Systems
Section A5: Confirm String Sizing Calculations
Section A6: Review System Components
Section A7: Review Wiring and Conduit Size Calculations

Day 2 Course Outline:

Section A8: Review Overcurrent Protection
Section A9: Review Fastener Selection 
Section A10: Review Plan Sets
Section B1: Conduct Pre-Construction Meetings
Section B2: Secure Permits and Approval
Section B3: Manage Project Labor
Section B4: Adapt System Design

Day 3 Course Outline:

Section B5: Manage Project Equipment 
Section B6: Implement A Site-Specific Safety Plan
Section C1: Mitigate Electrical Hazards
Section C2: Install Grounding Systems
Section C3: Install Conduit and Raceways
Section C4: Install Electrical Components
Section C5: Install Circuit Conductors

Day 4 Course Outline: 

Section C6: Install Utility Interconnections
Section C7: Install Utility System Instrumentation 
Section C8: Install Battery Components
Section D1: Install Equipment Foundations
Section D2: Install Mounting System 
Section D3: Install PV Modules 
Section E1: Test the System 

Day 5 Course Outline: 

Section E2: Commission the System
Section E3: Complete System Documentation 
Section E4: Orient Customer to System
Section F1: Conducting Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Section F2: Perform Visual Inspection
Section F3: Verify System Operation
Section F4: Verify Effectiveness of Corrective Action

What's Included:

Live Option: 5-day, 40-hour course includes 4 days in the classroom with components and a full day of hands-on training in the field with real panels
100 practice questions for the NABCEP PV Installer exam.
National Electrical Code Handbook 2011. $133 value
Photovoltaics Design and Installation Manual. $60 value

NABCEP Certification:
CleanEdison's Advanced Solar PV course prepares participants to earn the nationally recognized NABCEP PV Installation Professional Certification. (from )

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