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Solar Basics 101 is a short introductory course designed to give everyone a broad snapshot of the solar industry and why it is exciting and important. We briefly explain the technology, industry applications, basic components and economics of solar...

This Solar Cell Technology course builds upon the Foundations of PV course, delving into more detail about the key component that makes up all solar photovoltaic power systems - the solar cell itself. We give a big picture of all the types of cell...

In Electrical Installation, you move on from the array to complete the assembly of an entire residential system. You begin with a blank wall where you mount the AC disconnect, a revenue grade meter, and a string inverter. Conduit sections are...

In this Solar Inverter Technology course, we look at some common characteristics and safety behaviors of inverters, as well as how they are becoming more interoperable with the utility by defining the new California Rule 21 specifications. Finally we...

In this Solar Module Design course, we examine the construction elements of a standard module, and then explore alternatives to this 40 year old design. We look at alternative module constructions, and explore how modules can be integrated into...

The Solar System Troubleshooting course you will learn to work backwards from a faulted electrical condition to discover the root cause of your electrical problem. Your primary tools are a digital multimeter and megohmmeter, plus your powers of...

A brief overview of Solid State Electronics as it relates to the residential HVAC industry. In this course we will explore the application and usage of various solid state electronic devices and how they impact circuits in which they are used. This...

In the Symbols and Wiring course you will translate everything you’ve learned about HVACR into symbols on a diagram. From relays and contactors, to safety switches and loads, you will understand the reasoning behind each symbolic representation...

In this simulation-based course, you'll discover how to install a tankless water heater in the basement of a residential home. This course will walk you through the step-by-step process of how to install a tanked water heater, water piping, gas...

In this course we will begin to study some of the science that supports mechanical refrigeration systems: ranging from the effects of temperature on molecular motion, to the different states of refrigerant within a system. This course covers all the...