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Solar Training Academy - Des Moines, IA (23 PV 320.04) Solar Training Academy - Des Moines, IA (23 PV 320.04) IN-PERSON is a Course

Solar Training Academy - Des Moines, IA (23 PV 320.04) IN-PERSON

Ended Apr 15, 2023

Full course description

Are you looking to join the solar workforce, train new hires, or are just interested in learning how to design and install your own PV system, the Academy is the best place to start. 

The Solar Training Academy is a series of in-person and hands-on courses providing students with industry-leading solar technical training, that qualifies them to sit for the NABCEP PV Associate Exam, a sought-after solar credential valued by the industry. No prerequisites are required. 

JOB PLACEMENT OPPORTUNITY!
Participants in this academy will have the opportunity to meet with and apply for open positions with the local Solar Firm, Ideal Energy

Interested in a payment plan? Reach out to the Training Team for options, email us courses@midwestrenew.org or call 715-900-2462

The MREA Solar Training Academy includes:

  • Working with Electricity (G 108) (free online course)
  • Basic Photovoltaics (PV 101)
  • PV Site Assessment (PV 201)
  • PV System Design (PV 202)
  • PV Exam Prep (PV 220)
  • PV Labs and Design Scenarios (PV 304)
  • Binder & online course materials
  • NABCEP PV Associate Exam
  • Textbook & binder (provided)

Supplies Needed:

  • Paper and writing utensil
  • Calculator
 
 

Course Location:
Van Meter
4040 121st St.
Urbandale, IA 50323

Course Schedule:
Schedule for the week:

  • PV 101: Basic Photovoltaics - Monday, April 10, 2023 - 8am-4pm
  • PV 201: PV Site Assessment - Tuesday, April 11, 2023 - 8am-4pm
  • PV 202: PV System Design, Day One - Wednesday, April 12, 2023 - 8am-4pm
  • PV 202: PV System Design, Day Two  - Thursday, April 13, 2023 - 8am-4pm
  • PV 304: PV Labs and Design Scenarios - Friday, April 14, 2023 - 8am-4pm
  • PV 220: PV Exam Prep  - Saturday, April 15, 2023 - 8am-Noon
  • NABCEP PV Associate Exam - TBD

Instructor:
Mike Joyce, Instructor, Project Engineer, Full Spectrum Solar

More Information: midwestrenew.org/sta

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Approved for Continuing Education By:

  • IADPS
  • WIDSPS
  • NABCEP