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Solar Energy Workshops

Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Electric Systems
One-week Intensive— NABCEP Entry Level
Learn the fundamentals of PV system design and installation in this 40-hour workshop designed for those interested in the expanding PV industry. In NMC’s state-of-the-art Energy Demonstration Center, you will gain a technical foundation in stand-alone and grid-tied code-compliant solar electric systems. The content follows NABCEP’s learning objectives for the entry level exam. Topics include:

• PV markets and applications
• Electricity and safety basics
• PV module fundamentals
• Hands-on solar workshop
• PV system components and sizing
• PV mechanical and electrical design
• Performance analysis and troubleshooting
• Conservation and efficiency practices
• Course review and test prep

The optional NABCEP Certificate of Knowledge Exam will be offered on Saturday following the workshop.

Designed for builders, electricians, architects, code officials, construction- and energy-related business owners, teachers, attorneys, and elected officials.

Class breaks daily for lunch on your own.

FALL OPTION
One-week Intensive:
Mon.-Fri., Oct. 5-9 , 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Aero Park Campus, M-TEC Rm. 159
Instructor: Staff
$775 (includes text and materials)        Code: 5585

Optional NABCEP Test:
Sat., Oct. 10 , 9-11 a.m.
Aero Park Campus, M-TEC Rm. 220
$105               Code: 5586