AltE Class: Solar Electric Design 102 -Jul 19

Solar Electric Design 102

This two-day workshop will build upon the introductory concepts presented in the 'Introduction to Solar Electric Systems' workshop by exploring in greater depth everything involved in PV system design and installation. Academic and hands-on mini labs will be interspersed throughout, giving participants some practical experience working with actual system components. Whether you're just getting started or are already in the business, this workshop will provide an informative and practical educational experience.

Course Goal:

Participants will gain an in-depth knowledge of Photovoltaic (PV) Systems and learn how to determine the feasibility and system size requirements of a PV installation. This workshop will build off the 'Intro to Solar Electric Systems' workshop with greater depth and will incorporate hands-on lab exercises.

Course Objectives:

• Gain a functional understanding of photovoltaic systems
• Understand the roles, significance, and relationships of and between all PV system components
• Further understand: component selection, site analysis, system design, and system sizing by participating in theoretical and hands-on lab exercises
• Understand the importance of energy efficiency when considering renewable energy systems

Course Format:

This is a two-day workshop including lecture, A/V presentations, technology demonstrations, book and hands-on lab exercises, and scheduled breaks.

Lecture/Lab Topics:

• Electricity/PV Review
• In-depth equipment selection and system component interaction
• Component wiring and basic system evaluation
• Basic over-current protection selection and sizing (breakers, fuses)
• In depth site analysis
• In depth system sizing-grid-tied and off-grid
• Installation and component safety
• Energy efficiency analysis/strategies

Course Prerequisite:

'Solar Electric Design 101' or equivalent is required. If you have not taken the 101 course at AltE University, please contact us with information about your previous solar energy education.

What to Bring / Need to Know:

We encourage (but don't require) you to bring a calculator and a copy of your utility bill as we will review household power usage issues during the class. Although there will be some hands-on lab exercises, you are not required to bring your own tools or equipment. Basic hand tools and safety gear will be provided. Closed-toe shoes are required (no flip flops, open-toed sandals, etc.).

Each student will leave the seminar with a packet of information and a renewed enthusiasm for moving their household or business toward greater sustainability and energy efficiency. Special discounts on selected books and products are available to our seminar attendees! Sign up today while enrollment is still open!

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Location:

The Alternative Energy Store
43 Broad Street, Suite A408, Hudson, MA

Accommodations:

The Holiday Inn Express in Hudson, MA, offers special room rates to Alternative Energy Store students! You will receive reservation information shortly after enrolling in the class.

Important Information:

Workshop enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis, as workshop size is limited. To reserve a space please pay the entire tuition upon sign-up. Workshops are subject to cancellation due to low enrollment, and you will be notified in advance if a class you had previously enrolled in is cancelled.

Cancellation Policy:

Cancellation 30 days prior to workshop: If a participant cancels 30 days or more before the workshop start date, 25% of the tuition is non-refundable.

Cancellation between 14 days and 30 days prior to workshop: If a participant cancels less than one month but more than two weeks prior to the start of a workshop, the participant forfeits 50% of the tuition.

Cancellation less than 14 days prior to workshop: If the participant cancels less than 2 weeks before the course, 100% of the tuition is non-refundable.

If you find that you are unable to attend and must cancel, we will be happy to apply the non-refundable portion of your tuition towards the tuition of your next class.

Cancellation process: To cancel a workshop you have registered for, please email workshops@altenergystore.com or call us at 877-878-4060.