Name: PVOL202: Solar Training - Advanced PV System Design and the NEC (Grid-Direct) - Online
Price: 683.21 GBP
Availability: InStock

Students who complete the PV201L workshop will be able to:
<ul>
<li>Perform power and energy calculations</li>
<li>Obtain and apply specifications for PV modules and determine their performance given various environmental and operating conditions</li>
<li>Safely operate various types of digital multimeters</li>
<li>Diagram and determine the power, current, and voltage characteristics of PV modules in different series and parallel configurations</li>
<li>Install various mounting systems (ground, pole, roof, and trackers).</li>
<li>Decipher balance-of-system equipment specification sheets to determine the critical information needed for system design</li>
<li>Install a residential grid-direct system including the array, inverter, circuit conductors, and overcurrent protection</li>
<li>Safely operate equipment grounding, system grounding, and components and conductors used for grounding</li>
<li>Work with wires and components on schematics of residential grid-direct systems: disconnects, inverter, equipment grounding conductors, ungrounded conductors, grounded conductors, the grounding electrode(s), and the AC and DC system grounds</li>
<li>Identify potential safety hazards and demonstrate the proper use of personal protective equipment for working on grid-direct PV systems</li>
<li>List the order of installation, commissioning, and decommissioning of a grid-direct PV system</li>
</ul>
Note: This class is a great complement to PV301L, the Solar Electric Lab Week (Battery-Based).
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Solar Energy International (SEI)

Solar Installation

Solar Pv

PV201LW: Solar Training - Women's Solar Electric Lab Week (Grid-Direct)

General Admission

Cardiff

Become a Certified Solar Thermal Installer: 3-Day MCS-Approved CourseThis comprehensive 3-day course, fully aligned with National Occupational Standards (NOS), equips you with the knowledge and skills to design, install, maintain, and commission solar thermal hot water systems. Earning this MCS-recognized certificate fulfils the minimum technical competency (MTC) requirement for solar installers.Who Should Attend?Qualified plumbers, heating and ventilation (HV) technicians, or oil-fired/gas installation specialists seeking to expand their skillset into the growing solar thermal hot water market.Course Benefits:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">&nbsp;Industry-Recognized Expertise: Master solar thermal systems in accordance with National Occupational Standards.</li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">&nbsp;MCS Certification: Earn a certificate recognized by Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) operators, a valuable credential for solar&nbsp;installers.</li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">&nbsp;Comprehensive Training: Gain a thorough understanding of all aspects of solar thermal systems, from client needs assessment to system&nbsp;commissioning.</li></ul>What You&#39;ll Learn:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;"> Introduction to solar heating principles</li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;"> Selecting the most appropriate solar thermal system for a building</li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;"> Solar collector types and functionalities</li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;"> Hot water storage considerations and installation best practices</li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;"> Plumbing layout and design for solar water heating systems</li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;"> Control system requirements and operation</li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;"> Safe and efficient installation procedures</li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;"> System commissioning, handover to client, and maintenance</li></ul>Prerequisites:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">&nbsp;Hold a relevant N/SVQ Level 2/3 qualification in Plumbing, Heating &amp; Ventilation (Domestic or Industrial/Commercial), Oil-Fired Technical Services,&nbsp;or Gas Installation &amp; Maintenance.</li></ul><ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">&nbsp;Possess knowledge of Water Regulations/Byelaws and Unvented Hot&nbsp;Water Systems. We offer these courses on our website!</li></ul>Invest in your future as a solar thermal specialist. Enrol today!

City Training Group

Compliance & Safety

Solar Thermal Hot Water Systems (BPEC NOS for MCS)

Solar PV Installations: Become an MCS-Approved TechnicianThis comprehensive 3-day course equips electricians with the skills and knowledge to confidently design, install, commission, and maintain small-scale photovoltaic (PV) systems.Who Should Attend?Qualified electricians seeking to expand their skillset into the growing solar PV market.Course Highlights:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">&nbsp;Align your expertise with National Occupational Standards (NOS) for solar PV installations.</li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">&nbsp;Gain MCS recognition, a vital requirement for Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) operators.</li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">&nbsp;Master the selection, design, installation, commissioning, and handover of solar PV systems.</li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">&nbsp;Develop a thorough understanding of legal considerations, notifications, and&nbsp;maintenance procedures.</li></ul>Course Materials:Comprehensive course manual (included in the fee) covering key topics such&nbsp;as:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">&nbsp;Photovoltaic technology and applications</li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">&nbsp;System design principles and components</li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">&nbsp;Installation best practices</li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">&nbsp;Commissioning and client handover</li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">&nbsp;Maintenance and troubleshooting</li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">&nbsp;Legal requirements and notifications</li></ul>Benefits:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">&nbsp;Become a valuable asset in the booming solar PV industry.</li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">&nbsp;Offer a wider range of services to meet client demand for renewable energy solutions.</li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">&nbsp;Earn MCS recognition, demonstrating your competency to potential clients.</li></ul>Prerequisites:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">&nbsp;Formal craft qualification (e.g., N/SVQ 3 in Electrical Installation) or equivalent earlier certification.</li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">&nbsp;18th Edition BS7671:2022 qualification</li></ul>What to Bring:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;"> Photo ID</li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;"> Passport-sized photo</li></ul>Invest in your future and become a solar PV expert. Enrol today!

Electricians, take your first step towards becoming an MCS accredited PV installer in just three days!

Solar Photovoltaic Systems (aka PV / SPVS for MCS)

Standard PV Course - 3 Days

<ul>
<li>Stand-alone system configurations</li>
<li>Charge controller and array considerations</li>
<li>RV system design example</li>
<li>DC lighting system design example</li>
<li>Clinic system design example</li>
<li>Code compliance and best practices for stand-alone systems</li>
<li>Advanced battery-based inverters</li>
<li>Generator sizing</li>
<li>DC coupled stand-alone residential system design example</li>
<li>AC coupled stand-alone microgrid system design example</li>
<li>Large-scale microgrid considerations and case studies</li>
<li>Flooded battery maintenance considerations</li>
<li>Stand-alone PV system commissioning and maintenance</li>
</ul>
Note: SEI recommends working closely with a qualified person and/or taking PV 202 for more information on conductor sizing, electrical panel specification, and grounding systems. These topics will part of this course, but they are not the focus.

PV304: Solar Training - Advanced PV Stand-alone System Design (Battery-Based)

<ul>
<li>Students who complete PV203 will be able to:
<ul>
<li>Recognize demand and PV production curves</li>
<li>Identify the common types of PV systems and their major components</li>
<li>Describe DC and AC coupled systems</li>
<li>Discuss load profiles and modes of operation, including: peak load shaving, time-of-use, zero-sell, self-consumption prioritization, demand-side management</li>
<li>Introduce utility-scale storage and microgrids</li>
<li>Explain the relationship between real power, apparent power, and reactive power</li>
<li>Complete a load estimate for different system types and for seasonal loads; evaluate electrical requirements of loads</li>
<li>Identify phantom loads and efficiency upgrades</li>
<li>Estimate starting surge and power factor requirements</li>
<li>Describe the differences when sizing battery-based systems compared to grid-direct systems</li>
<li>Choose a peak sun hour value based on design criteria for various systems</li>
<li>Review battery basics and terminology</li>
<li>Describe and compare different battery chemistries and technologies</li>
<li>Find the capacity and voltage of different batteries; determine state of charge</li>
<li>List safety precautions and hazards to be aware of when working with batteries; list appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)</li>
<li>Identify appropriate battery enclosures</li>
<li>Calculate values for current, voltage, and energy for different battery bank configurations</li>
<li>Review battery bank design parameters</li>
<li>Complete a lithium-ion battery bank design example</li>
<li>Review and compare different design example costs</li>
<li>List features, options, and metering available for different types of battery chargers</li>
<li>Explain basics of lithium battery charging</li>
<li>Compare generator types and duty cycle ratings, including fuel options</li>
<li>Identify specifications critical for choosing appropriate battery-based inverters</li>
<li>Discuss different overcurrent protection devices and equipment disconnects and when/where they are required</li>
<li>Define the maximum voltage drop slowed for the proper functioning of a battery-based PV system</li>
<li>Identify safe installation procedures</li>
<li>List basic commissioning tests which should be completed before and after a system is operating</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>

PV203: Solar Training - PV System Fundamentals (Battery-Based)

<ul>
<li>Multimode system configurations</li>
<li>Load analysis and battery bank sizing</li>
<li>PV array sizing</li>
<li>Specifying multimode inverters</li>
<li>Advanced multimode functions</li>
<li>Code compliance, best practices, and installation considerations</li>
<li>Charge controllers for multimode systems</li>
<li>DC coupled multimode battery backup design example</li>
<li>AC coupled system design considerations</li>
<li>AC coupled multimode battery backup design example</li>
<li>Energy Storage Systems (ESS) overview</li>
<li>ESS residential sizing example</li>
<li>Large-scale multimode system design and use cases</li>
</ul>
 
Note: SEI recommends working closely with a qualified person and/or taking PV 202 for more information on conductor sizing, electrical panel specification, and grounding systems. These topics will part of this course, but they are not the focus.

PV303: Solar Training - Advanced PV Multimode and Microgrid Design (Battery-Based)

Students who complete PV202 will be able to:
<ul>
<li>Define the purpose of the National Electrical Code (NEC®) and NEC® terminology for PV equipment</li>
<li>Determine procedures for proper installation of equipment and conductors, including minimum requirements for working space</li>
<li>Examine methods for PV wire management and determine where expansion fittings are required</li>
<li>Describe and identify electrical services, including split-phase and three-phase Wye (Y) and Delta (â)</li>
<li>Evaluate electrical service details to collect and record during solar site evaluation</li>
<li>Identify options for NEC®-compliant PV system interconnection to the utility grid and determine whether a supply side, load side, or additional service connection is appropriate</li>
<li>Identify code-compliant methods for connecting an inverter to an existing AC feeder</li>
<li>Calculate PV module voltage based on temperature to ensure compatibility with system components and NEC® Section 690.7, and explore other options for maximum PV system DC voltage calculations</li>
<li>Identify NEC® requirements and sizing of disconnects and overcurrent protection devices (OCPDs) in grid-direct PV systems</li>
<li>Define inverter grounding configurations</li>
<li>Evaluate inverter choices and system configurations, including string inverters, central inverters, and module level power electronics (MLPE)</li>
<li>Identify requirements for equipment grounding, equipment grounding conductors (EGC), and grounding electrode conductors (GEC), and size the conductors according to the NEC®</li>
<li>Identify common causes of ground-faults and arc-faults</li>
<li>Describe ground-fault and arc-fault protection devices</li>
<li>Describe benefits and appropriate locations of surge protection devices (SPD)</li>
<li>Demonstrate the use of sun charts and perform calculations to determine row spacing and minimize inter-row shading</li>
<li>Identify how Codes detailing access for first responders impact PV array roof layout</li>
<li>Examine fire classifications that affect racking and module selection</li>
<li>Detail NEC rapid shutdown requirements and options for implementation</li>
<li>Identify load and structural considerations for low- and steep-slope roof-mounted PV systems</li>
<li>Calculate wind uplift force and select appropriate lag bolts</li>
<li>Review issues related to planning, design, and installation of ground-mount PV arrays</li>
<li>Review PV system circuit terminology, definitions, and conductor types</li>
<li>Calculate minimum overcurrent protection device (OCPD) size and conductor ampacity using appropriate adjustment and correction factors</li>
<li>Calculate voltage drop and verify system operation within acceptable limits</li>
<li>Examine requirements for PV system labeling</li>
<li>Calculate the maximum and minimum number of modules per PV source circuit, and number of PV source circuits per inverter</li>
<li>Determine size of residential grid-direct PV system based on site and customer-specific considerations including the number and wiring layout of modules, conductor and OCPD sizes, and the AC interconnections</li>
<li>Determine the size of a large, multiple inverter, grid-direct PV system based on site and customer-specific considerations, including the quantity and layout of modules and inverters and the AC interconnection</li>
<li>Define large-scale PV and review associated NEC® allowances and requirements</li>
<li>Describe importance of Data Acquisition Systems (DAS)</li>
<li>Identify common DAS equipment and hardware</li>
<li>Review DAS design, installation, and commissioning processes and common 
problems associated with DAS</li>
<li>Show how reports can be generated and utilized to remotely assess health of 
system</li>
</ul>

PV202: Solar Training - Advanced PV System Design and the NEC (Grid-Direct)

Participants perform preliminary system sizing for mechanical and electrical power generation of 50-watt to 100-kilowatt capacities. This training combines class lectures with site tours and lab exercises. Hands-on exercises include: methods of flow measurement, determining head, analyzing and assembling small functioning systems. The class is taught by two highly experienced Micro-hydro installers/instructors.
Topics Include: 
• Learn safety procedures working with electricity 
• Understand fundamental water hydraulics and hydrostatic pressures. Understand the difference between static and dynamic heads. 
• Understand the various components of hydroelectric systems 
• Identify the two major hydro turbine groups (reaction and impulse turbines) 
• Learn the differences between AC and DC Systems 
• Develop site analysis skills for measuring water flow and elevation difference (head) 
• Review 6 different plan examples of hydroelectric system designs 
• Learn battery design and energy storage techniques 
• Understand controls for balancing energy production with energy loads 
• Summarize troubleshooting procedures and resources 
• Develop maintenance requirements both short and long term 
• Learn integration techniques for hybrid solar, wind and hydroelectric systems 
• Review 4 case studies using different turbine types 
• Learn legal requirements for hydroelectric systems including FERC permits, water rights and stream alteration.

MH101: Micro-Hydro Training - Micro-Hydro Design & Installation

Students who complete PVOL206 will be able to:
<ul>
<li>Discuss the basics of policy and its effect on the solar industry</li>
<li>Identify resources to learn more about policy and keep up to date with new developments</li>
<li>Describe general sales tips</li>
<li>Discuss common objections</li>
<li>Identify techniques to close a sale</li>
<li>Identify customer motivations and needs</li>
<li>Discuss project timeline with customer</li>
<li>Manage customer expectations and advise about PV system limitations</li>
<li>Discuss manufactures, installation, and roof warranties</li>
<li>Explain expected system performance</li>
<li>Identify jurisdictional issues (zoning, fire marshal regulations) and city, county, and utility requirements</li>
<li>Understand electric bill terminology, key information, and billing procedures</li>
<li>Recognize any variations in energy use</li>
<li>Determine property type, house orientation, roof tilt/angle, and available area</li>
<li>Identify any shading and evaluate obstructions</li>
<li>Estimate array size based on customer budget, kWh consumption, and / or available roof area</li>
<li>Price array size based on average $/watt</li>
<li>Develop price range, savings estimate, and preliminary economic analysis</li>
<li>Present (verbal / brief) initial ballpark proposal and benefits, discuss customer's budget limits</li>
<li>Identify overall customer considerations and general safety requirements</li>
<li>Define the electrical meter and main service panel information required</li>
<li>Identify point of interconnection, location for electrical equipment, and location for conduit runs</li>
<li>Describe factors to consider with data monitoring</li>
<li>Determine maximum PV capacity that can be connected to a specific service and/or electrical panel</li>
<li>Create a final array layout</li>
<li>Accurately estimate PV system production</li>
<li>Define metrics to evaluate labor and material costs</li>
<li>Calculate an average residential system cost &amp; identify the major contributing factors</li>
<li>Identify the main benefits of reviewing actual build data (job costing)</li>
<li>Define property tax exemptions, tax deductions, transfer credits, sales tax exemptions</li>
<li>Explain performance based-initiatives</li>
<li>Evaluate taxability of credits and other incentives</li>
<li>Review net-metering and feed-in tariff laws</li>
<li>Identify different utility financial structures and regulated and deregulated markets</li>
<li>Describe demand charges &amp; the duck curve</li>
<li>Outline financing basics</li>
<li>Explore ownership models</li>
<li>Calculate annual and cumulative cash flow, determine payback</li>
<li>Calculate the environmental benefits of installing solar</li>
<li>Identify what to include in a proposal, the proposal process, and what tools are available to generate proposals</li>
</ul>

PVOL206: Solar Training - Solar Business and Technical Sales - Online

Students who complete PVOL202 will be able to:
<ul>
<li>Define the purpose of the National Electrical Code (NEC®) and NEC® terminology for PV equipment</li>
<li>Determine procedures for proper installation of equipment and conductors, including minimum requirements for working space</li>
<li>Examine methods for PV wire management and determine where expansion fittings are required</li>
<li>Describe and identify electrical services, including split-phase and three-phase Wye (Y) and Delta (â)</li>
<li>Evaluate electrical service details to collect and record during solar site evaluation</li>
<li>Identify options for NEC®-compliant PV system interconnection to the utility grid and determine whether a supply side, load side, or additional service connection is appropriate</li>
<li>Identify code-compliant methods for connecting an inverter to an existing AC feeder</li>
<li>Calculate PV module voltage based on temperature to ensure compatibility with system components and NEC® Section 690.7, and explore other options for maximum PV system DC voltage calculations</li>
<li>Identify NEC® requirements and sizing of disconnects and overcurrent protection devices (OCPDs) in grid-direct PV systems</li>
<li>Define inverter grounding configurations</li>
<li>Evaluate inverter choices and system configurations, including string inverters, central inverters, and module level power electronics (MLPE)</li>
<li>Identify requirements for equipment grounding, equipment grounding conductors (EGC), and grounding electrode conductors (GEC), and size the conductors according to the NEC®</li>
<li>Identify common causes of ground-faults and arc-faults</li>
<li>Describe ground-fault and arc-fault protection devices</li>
<li>Describe benefits and appropriate locations of surge protection devices (SPD)</li>
<li>Demonstrate the use of sun charts and perform calculations to determine row spacing and minimize inter-row shading</li>
<li>Identify how Codes detailing access for first responders impact PV array roof layout</li>
<li>Examine fire classifications that affect racking and module selection</li>
<li>Detail NEC rapid shutdown requirements and options for implementation</li>
<li>Identify load and structural considerations for low- and steep-slope roof-mounted PV systems</li>
<li>Calculate wind uplift force and select appropriate lag bolts</li>
<li>Review issues related to planning, design, and installation of ground-mount PV arrays</li>
<li>Review PV system circuit terminology, definitions, and conductor types</li>
<li>Calculate minimum overcurrent protection device (OCPD) size and conductor ampacity using appropriate adjustment and correction factors</li>
<li>Calculate voltage drop and verify system operation within acceptable limits</li>
<li>Examine requirements for PV system labeling</li>
<li>Calculate the maximum and minimum number of modules per PV source circuit, and number of PV source circuits per inverter</li>
<li>Determine size of residential grid-direct PV system based on site and customer-specific considerations including the number and wiring layout of modules, conductor and OCPD sizes, and the AC interconnections</li>
<li>Determine the size of a large, multiple inverter, grid-direct PV system based on site and customer-specific considerations, including the quantity and layout of modules and inverters and the AC interconnection</li>
<li>Define large-scale PV and review associated NEC® allowances and requirements</li>
<li>Describe importance of Data Acquisition Systems (DAS)</li>
<li>Identify common DAS equipment and hardware</li>
<li>Review DAS design, installation, and commissioning processes and common 
problems associated with DAS</li>
<li>Show how reports can be generated and utilized to remotely assess health of 
system</li>
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PVOL202: Solar Training - Advanced PV System Design and the NEC (Grid-Direct) - Online

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<li>Commercial solar installation examples</li>
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<li>Grid-tie with battery backup design and installation</li>
<li>Off-grid design considerations</li>
<li>Load side taps</li>
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<li>Ballasted roof top system design</li>
<li>Ground mount design</li>
<li>Custom racking</li>
<li>Wiring methods</li>
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<li>Battery box construction</li>
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CE510: Tips, Tools and Techniques of the Solar Industry

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Students who complete the PV301L workshop will be able to:
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<li>Identify and describe the basic functions of each component in a PV system</li>
<li>Describe the configuration of various types of PV systems: PV direct, Stand-alone, PV/hybrid, Multimode, Zero-sell, Micro-grid, Utility-scale energy storage</li>
<li>Calculate the capacity &amp; voltage of different batteries</li>
<li>Determine the state of charge of a battery by testing voltage and specific gravity</li>
<li>List safety precautions &amp; equipment required to work with batteries</li>
<li>Demonstrate safe procedures for connecting and disconnecting batteries</li>
<li>Demonstrate the process of adding water to batteries</li>
<li>Identify appropriate battery enclosures</li>
<li>Diagram and wire battery banks in series and parallel configurations, given various system parameters</li>
<li>Make cables and lug connections for battery wiring</li>
<li>Install temperature sensors on batteries</li>
<li>Wire the battery bank for a live system</li>
<li>Wire and test charge controllers through the various stages of operation</li>
<li>Install and test PWM and MPPT charge controllers</li>
<li>Program MPPT charge controllers based on battery and array values</li>
<li>Wire and program battery SOC meters in different PV system configurations</li>
<li>Set up and operate batteries during bulk, absorption, float, and equalization cycles</li>
<li>Describe how maximum power point tracking and voltage step-down affect a PV system</li>
<li>Identify some features, options, and metering available on different types of battery chargers</li>
<li>Identify appropriate inverter types for different battery-based system configurations</li>
<li>Compare available features and capabilities of battery-based inverters</li>
<li>Identify specifications critical for battery-based inverters</li>
<li>Wire test and program battery based inverters</li>
<li>Discuss when and why breakers would be used rather than fuses</li>
<li>Use a 3-line diagram to wire a system</li>
<li>Discuss the order and perform safe installation practices</li>
<li>Demonstrate the order of safe commissioning</li>
<li>Demonstrate the order of shut-down and how to establish an electrically safe working environment</li>
</ul>

PV301L: Solar Training - Solar Electric Lab Week (Battery-Based)

Students who complete the PV351 workshop will be able to:
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<li>Determine use and analyze results from various test tools used during commissioning, performance evaluation, operations and maintenance, and troubleshooting.</li>
<li>Define the theory, procedures, and processes behind insulation resistance testing, IV curve tracing, infrared cameras and thermal imaging, performance evaluation, and troubleshooting</li>
<li>Demonstrate proper set-up, use, and function of PV test tools including: IV curve tracers, insulation resistance testers, and thermal cameras</li>
<li>Evaluate the performance of working systems using correct and complete field procedures</li>
<li>Troubleshoot and locate common PV array and system faults using appropriate methodologies and testing tools</li>
</ul>

PV351L: Solar Training - PV Systems - Tools and Techniques for Operations and Maintenance Lab Week (Grid-Direct)

Students who complete the PV201L workshop will be able to:
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<li>Perform power and energy calculations</li>
<li>Obtain and apply specifications for PV modules and determine their performance given various environmental and operating conditions</li>
<li>Safely operate various types of digital multimeters</li>
<li>Diagram and determine the power, current, and voltage characteristics of PV modules in different series and parallel configurations</li>
<li>Install various mounting systems (ground, pole, roof, and trackers).</li>
<li>Decipher balance-of-system equipment specification sheets to determine the critical information needed for system design</li>
<li>Install a residential grid-direct system including the array, inverter, circuit conductors, and overcurrent protection</li>
<li>Safely operate equipment grounding, system grounding, and components and conductors used for grounding</li>
<li>Work with wires and components on schematics of residential grid-direct systems: disconnects, inverter, equipment grounding conductors, ungrounded conductors, grounded conductors, the grounding electrode(s), and the AC and DC system grounds</li>
<li>Identify potential safety hazards and demonstrate the proper use of personal protective equipment for working on grid-direct PV systems</li>
<li>List the order of installation, commissioning, and decommissioning of a grid-direct PV system</li>
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Note: This class is a great complement to PV301L, the Solar Electric Lab Week (Battery-Based).

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