Prerequisite(s): PV 101, PV201, and PV 202 or NABCEP Credential

This is an Online Independent Study Course:

• Students can work through recorded presentations, and exercises at their own pace.
• Once the coursework is complete you will receive a Letter of Completion for the training.
• Students have one year to complete the course from the start date to receive credit.

Required Materials: computer with speakers and Internet access (or access to the CANVAS Student Mobile App.)

Course Description:
This four-hour course is designed to provide current and aspiring solar energy technicians with an understanding of the periodic maintenance required to ensure optimal energy production over the lifetime of a photovoltaic (PV) system. Participants will review the components in a PV system, identify common PV system malfunctions, learn what’s expected in a six-month and twelve-month checkup, examine I-V curves to recognize production issues and explore tools that can be used to find existing and potential problem areas.

Instructor: Nick Matthes

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Approved for Continuing Education By:

• NABCEP
• WIDSPS