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40-hour Introductory Photovoltaic Design and Installation Prerequisite: 36-hour Math/Electricity Basics for Photovoltaics class This is the industry-wide accepted introductory class designed for individuals interested in entering the solar field, and is based on the NABCEP Task Analysis. At the conclusion of the class, CSE offers students the opportunity to take the NABCEP Entry Level Exam for $100. This entry level exam certifies that the individual has achieved basic comprehension and application of key terms and concepts of photovoltaic (solar electric) system operations, knowledge that prepares him/her for an entry level job in the industry. (This differs from the Solar Installer Certification Exam.) 40 AIA credits/40 PDH credits Next available course Through the Center for Sustainable Energy, GET@ CUNY offers this Introductory 40-hour Photovoltaic Design and Installation Class based on the NABCEP Task Analysis. This class is the first step toward becoming a certified solar installer. The training program is funded by a generous NYSERDA grant. Upon completion, the student will be able to recognize and identify all components of the stand-alone and net-metered grid inter-tied PV system, and understand the interlink between design criteria and the economic impact of various options. Hands-on skills will be taught. NABCEP review is done in each class before the entry level exam is given. (North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners). This voluntary exam, with multiple choice questions and problems, tells a potential employer that the holder of this certification has mastered an important body of knowledge and would make a good entry level employee in a solar installation company. This certification is recognized across the country. Prerequisites*: 36-hour Math/Electricity Basics for Photovoltaics * Not required for electricians and electrical engineers. All Introductory PV Courses cover the following topics:
Textbook: All Students are required to purchase their text book before the start of the class. Photovoltaic Systems, American Technical Publishers, Homewood, Illinois. Book can be found here or search by ISBN# 978-0-8269-1287-9 Next available course: Fall 2010 Courses (additional courses will be posted shortly) 40-hour Introductory Photovoltaic Design and Installation – Option 2
Photovoltaic and Solar Thermal Systems Introductory CAD Design Lab: Computer Drawing and Design for Solar Systems This is a comprehensive beginners’ Computer Aided Drawing Class (CAD) for practitioners of the solar business. The class will focus on teaching the necessary computer drawing skills to help with the design of Solar Panel Systems (PV Systems and Solar Thermal Systems). Learning these introductory CAD skills will help to better communicate the planning of solar panel installation and related details. Additionally, this CAD class will help prepare students for the Advanced PV Installation class as they will be required to prepare PV system drawings. By the end of the class, students will have learned how to design the layout of solar panel systems by using computer drawing. Target Audience This course is intended for beginner solar panel installers and general practitioners that wish to learn basic computer drawing skills. Such basic computer skills can help with the preparation of plans for installation, communicating with engineers, architects, installers and the submittal of formal documents when required by the different cities and counties. Furthermore, this class is a great introduction for anyone that would like to learn drafting since the software can be used in every aspect of the construction industry. Next available course CLASS SCHEDULE First Class: Introduction. - Class introduction: Advantages of using CAD drawing to design solar panel systems. - Introduction to the CAD Drawing Environment: Model Space & Paper Space. - Basic Drawing and Editing Commands. - Introduction to Layers: Organizing lines and objects by layers. - Drawing basic lines and objects. - Moving and copying objects - Working with Snap Modes and Grid Options - Editing Objects: Trim, Extend, Fillet and Offset. - Drawing Workshop of solar panel parts in Orthographic projections. Second Class: Small PV System Design For a House. - Site Analysis of a house. - Drawing the Roof Plan. - Drawing the Solar Panels. - Introduction to Blocks and Library. - Introduction to Dimensions. - Design PV Panel Layout for the house. - Drawing Workshop. Third Class: Commercial Roof PV Installation Site Analysis. - Site Analysis of a Large Commercial Roof. - Drawing the Site: Drawing the Roof and Mechanical Equipment. - Measurements and Dimensions. - Drawing workshop. Fourth Class: PV Panel System Design for Commercial Roof. Part I. - Drawing PV Panel Blocks for Ballast Roof Mount System. - Drawing the Design Layout for the Adjustable Ballast Roof Mount System. - Dimensioning the Roof Plan. - Drawing Workshop. Fifth Class: PV Panel System Design for Commercial Roof. Part II. - Drawing Solar Thermal Panel Collector Blocks for Fixed Ballast Roof Mount System. - Drawing and Design the proper inclination for the Solar Thermal Panel Collectors. - Drawing the design layout for the Fixed Roof Mount System. - Dimensioning the Roof Plan. - Drawing Workshop. Sixth Class: Plans preparation for printing. - Drawing the Plan’s Block and Title in Paper Space. - Importing drawings into Paper Space. - Organizing the Plans for printing. - Saving in PDF format. - Dimensioning and Text. - Drawing Workshop Introduction to CAD Next available course: Please click here to sign up for the wait list. Photovoltaic and Solar Thermal Systems
Advanced Photovaltaics: Grid-Tied Prerequisite: 40-hour Introductory PV class and NABCEP Entry Level Exam Design an interconnected photovoltaic system, from site evaluation to commissioning. Prerequisite: 40 hour PV class. Next available course Objectives: To introduce the latest solar photovoltaic technologies in the market. Students will learn how to use different tools and methods to design an interconnected photovoltaic system, from site evaluation to commissioning. Focus on NEC. Prerequisite: 40-hour Entry Level Solar Photovoltaic class and NABCEP Entry Level Exam Class Outline: Click here to download a PDF Next available courses: Please click here to sign up for the wait list Advanced Photovoltaics: Grid Tied – Option 1
Advanced Photovoltaics: Grid-Tied Option 2 Open Please click here to sign up for the wait list Advanced Photovoltaics: Dispatchable, Off-Grid & Microgrid Systems, with International Emphasis Prerequisite: 40-hour Introductory PV class and NABCEP Entry Level Exam Hands-on workshop with focus on small, 5 kW PV systems in off-grid developing world environments for those interested in taking this technology to developing countries where access to the grid is limited. Next available course Prerequisite: 40-hour Introductory PV class and NABCEP Entry Level Exam Class Outline Click here to download a PDF Next available courses: Please click here for the next available course Advanced Photovoltaics: Dispatchable, Off-Grid & Microgrid Systems, with International Emphasis Option 2 Open
Streamlining Solar Workshop This unique, free one-day workshop is designed to streamline integrating solar into NYC by bringing together the experts who can help take you from plans to rooftop. Next available course Topics covered include:
Next available course: Check Back Soon! Solar Professionals Seminars Three seminars are available that cover every solar topic under the sun. Sign up for one, or for the full series:
RETScreen Workshop (part of the Sustainable Business 101 series) RETScreen is a powerful software program that allows users to estimate costs, analyze risks, and make decisions about solar installations. Professionals in the renewable energy business will benefit from having a thorough understanding of this program. This training will provide participants with:
RETScreen Next available course: Check back soon! Introduction to Sustainable Technologies and CSE Programs (part of the Sustainable Business 101 series) This seminar is for people interested in moving into the world of sustainable technologies and plan to register for courses through the Center. The seminar will present a holistic look at several technologies and class offerings and how they relate to each other. The technologies that will be discussed are Photovoltaics (Solar Electric), Off Grid Photovoltaics, Solar Thermal, Geoexchange and Building Performance Institute Building Analyst and Building Envelope classes. Learn about the various technologies, state of the market and job opportunities within each sector. Introduction to Sustainable Technologies Next Available Course Check back soon! How to Put Together a Solar Thermal Package (part of the Sustainable Business 101 series) An A-Z for Realtors, Developers, Coop Boards and Homeowners that walks you through the process of commissioning and financing a solar thermal system. Next available course Class Description Sold on solar thermal technology? Want the “How To” that will guarantee a smooth and high quality solar thermal installation? Join Thomas Gately of Green Power Solutions and find out how a solar thermal system will increase your bottom line. After a brief discussion of the varieties of solar thermal – flat plate collectors versus evacuated tubes, open loop versus closed loop, drainback, and solar air thermal systems – there will be a concise comparative analysis of solar thermal energy output versus solar photovoltaics and structural analysis issues in designing and getting systems approved. Gately will discuss methods of reducing total costs, including depreciation and federal and state credits. You will become familiar with the city agencies involved, forms to be filled out, and installation companies that can bid on a job. The seminar will finish with a presentation of a few illuminating case studies. How to Put Together a Solar Thermal Package Next available course: Check back soon!
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