8790001 - Introduction to Solar PV Technology
Course Description
Master skills and knowledge in demand by employers
Earn the NABCEP (North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners) PV Associate credential. Includes “In person” classroom instruction and hands-on labs. This 78-hour course will prepare and certify students for employment and expanding career opportunities in the growing Solar PV and Renewable Energy industries.
NABCEP is the foremost nationally recognized certifying agency for the Solar PV and Renewable Energy technology industry. The Associate certification is highly
valued by businesses in the Solar PV trade, including those serving residential, commercial, industrial, utilities, and EV transportation markets.
This course includes:
• PV markets and applications
• PV system sales, marketing, and finance options
• Electricity and electronic basics
• Solar PV panel fundamentals and installation
• Solar PV system design, sizing, and operation
• Energy storage systems and battery technologies
NABCEP Testing: Students who successfully complete both instruction and labs qualify to sit for the NABCEP authorized certification test, offered at the conclusion of instruction.
Job Placement Assistance: San Diego Solar PV companies are eagerly waiting to hire the NABCEP certified graduates of this class.
Fee: Tuition includes Class instruction, Texts, Lab supplies, and all NABCEP testing and certification fees. Tuition has been reduced by 60% to just $500
per person. GI Bill® and WIOA funding approved.
Notes
**Due to renovations the program will resume in Spring 2023.Prerequisites
Complete Application, click here, Work Skills Application.
If you wish to take the course at NO COST please contact the Oceanside Career Center:
Phone - 619.319.965
Address - 3708 Ocean Ranch Blvd., Oceanside, CA 92056
Appointments - https://calendly.com/careercenters
Prior to scheduling an appointment with the Career Center create a Caljobs profile - https://www.caljobs.ca.gov/vosnet/Default.aspx