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Gay E Canough

This specialization provides an overview of solar photovoltaics (PV), intricacies of solar system design, and a framework for solar PV project management. Targeted for engineers, HVAC installers, architects and building code inspectors, it is also appropriate for anyone considering a career in the growing renewable energy field of solar power. Courses introduce how PV operates and the anatomy of solar electric systems, the economics of solar power, pros and cons of different systems, considerations for designing a PV system, and fundamental code compliance. Materials primarily focus on solar PV in the United States. To learn more, view an overview at https://youtu.be/XjkKzbXqA6s.

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Three courses

Solar Energy Systems Overview

By the end of this course, learners will have acquired a broad understanding of the history and mechanics behind converting light into electricity, commonly known as photovoltaics (PV). They are empowered to recognize and describe elements of a PV system, enabling them to compare the most common types of solar cells, sketch a solar PV system, and analyze differences between rooftop and ground mounting configurations.

Solar Energy and Electrical System Design

This course provides the knowledge needed to design and install photovoltaic (PV) systems. It covers site inspection, system design, and code compliance. The course is intended for engineers, architects, and building code inspectors with a basic understanding of electrical engineering, physics, and mathematics.

Solar Energy Codes, Permitting and Zoning

This course teaches learners about national code and zoning rules for photovoltaic (PV) systems. It covers key design elements and points for inspection, as well as zoning variances, the permitting process, and planning documents. Learners will gain a code inspector's perspective on building and electrical code requirements.

Learning objectives

  • Recognize the elements of a well-designed pv system
  • Describe types of pv systems
  • Analyze pv system and project requirements
  • Identify national, state, and local requirements for solar pv systems

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