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PV Array Racking & Mounting
This 2-hour seminar will present the most common Racking and Mounting systems used for PV arrays. The instructor will include hands-on demonstrations, along with a PowerPoint slide show to convey the information. The class will discuss structural issues and creative solutions to difficult array locations.
Course will cover:
Flush mount solar arrays on sloped roofs
Tilt-up mounts on flat and sloped roofs
Ballasted systems for flat roofs
Ground-mount racking systems
Fixed ground-mount pole systems
Tracking ground-mount pole systems
Thin film membrane roof systems
Price: $75 per person
Date: Wednesday, April 7, 2010 OR Wednesday, September 1, 2010
Time: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location: IEC Chesapeake
Odenton Training Center
1424 Odenton Road
Odenton, MD 21113
This 2-hour seminar will address the most common dangers associated with installing PV systems. In this class we won't simply quote OSHA rules to you; we'll share real list experiences and best practices in an engaging and highly value-added way. We want you to be wildly successful in your solar business, and safety is the most important part of the equation to your success.
Course will cover:
Lifting Safety: getting equipment on the roof without breaking your back
Ladder Safety: setting the ladder, securing it and using the latest equipment to reduce the chance of a fall
Fall Protection: harness, anchoring and working safely on a roof
Electrical Safety: avoid getting zapped, welding the tips of your tools and burning down the house
Tailgate Safety Meeting: CYA and how to use repetition to reduce the likelihood of an accident
Recovery from accidents: What to do if an accident really does happen
Price: $75 per person
Date: Wednesday, May 12
Time: 3:00 pm- 5:00 pm
Location: IEC Chesapeake
Odenton Training Center
1424 Odenton Road
Odenton, MD 21113
NABCEP Certificate of Knowledge Prep Course and Exam
This intensive 3-day course is designed to prepare individuals with a basic level of electrical knowlege and general understanding of Photovoltaics for the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) Entry LEvel Certificate of Knowledge exam. The class will cover the Learning Objective as provided by NABCEP during the first two days and will conclude with a review session and the Entry Level examination on the third day. The Entry Level Certificate of Knowledge will be granted to those who successfully participate in the course and pass the two hour, 60 question exam. Due to the amount of information to be covered, classes will be limited in size. Class information will be compact and fast paced. Students will be assigned material from the supplied textbook to review prior to the start of the class. Topics to be reviewed are intended to familiarize participants with fundamental Photovoltaic terminology and concepts. The class time will be used to review the assigned material and introduce additional material.
Price: $1000 per person ($1015 per person after May 14th)
Price Includes: 3-Day Review Courtse, NABCEP test fees, Lunch & Refreshments & Copy of "Photovoltaic Systems" text (ATP Publishers) mailed prior to the course
Date: June 3rd & 4th from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM & June 5th from 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: ABC Training Room
430 West Germantown Pike
East Norriton, PA 19403 (MAP)
This 2-day seminar on becoming a successful solar energy contractor will include technical training on solar design and installation. This seminar is designed for existing solar energy contractors, building contractors, electrical contractors, plumbing contractors and HVAC contractors and for those looking to become a solar energy contractor.
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will have knowledge of:
Photovoltaic power systems: what components to use and how they go together
Solar water heating systems: how they work and what works best from a business standpoint
Why being a dealer for groSolar can give you an "unfair" advantage over the competition
How you can utilize groSolar's training and development program and skate past the competition
Successful sales methods: tips from the masters
Date & Location: 9am-5pm both days (Continental breakfast at 8:30am)
Phoenix, AZ, May 20-21
Denver, CO, July 26-27
Portland, OR, July 29-30
Price: $395 per person (Day 1 includes breakfast, lunch and dinner; Day 2 includes breakfast and lunch)
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Fundamentals of PV
This free webinar is an introduction to solar electric systems (photovoltaics or PV). It is intended for those who are just getting started in the industry or simply want to know something about PV. In this webinar we will discuss:
what PV is and how it works
the incentives available for PV systems
the past, present and future of the PV industry
the basics of how to conduct site evaluations for PV systems
the Real Value of PV
Presenter: Jeff Gilbert
Price: FREE
Type: Online Webinar
Register using the links below:
Wednesday, March 17, 4-5pm EST
Wednesday, April 14, 4-5pm EST
Thursday, May 13, 4-5pm EST
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Fundamentals of SHW (Solar Hot Water)
This free webinar is an introduction to solar hot water systems. It is intended for those who are just getting started in the industry or simply want to know something about SHW. In this webinar we discuss:
what SHW is and how it works
the incentives available for SHW systems
the past, present and future of the SHW industry
the basics of how to conduct site evaluations for SHW systems
the Real Value of SHW
Presenter: Jeff Gilbert
Date: Friday, April 2 at 3pm EST
Price: FREE
Type: Online Webinar Register using the links below:
Wednesday, March 31, 4-5pm EST
Wednesday, April 28, 4-5pm EST
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PanelClaw Commercial Rooftop Installation Webinar
Polar Bear® FR Mounting System: Product Training for Commercial Rooftop Installations
This free 1 hour webinar will present the advantages of the Polar Bear® FR flat roof mounting system and how easy it is to install. In this webinar the presenter will discuss:
The 3 basic components of the system
The benefits of the Polar Bear® system
How it gets installed
Design considerations and limitations
Presenter: Costa Nicolaou
Date & Time: April 2 at 3pm EST
Price: Free
Type: Online Webinar
Register for this webinar.
For questions please contact Sue Barnette at 1.800.467.6527 x2981
Unirac Mounting System Webinars
Designed for flush roof, mounting applications, CLICKSYS offers superior aesthetics with great value and is easily installed on most roofing types, including barrel and Spanish tiles. Join us for this exclusive free live web seminar to learn everything about the revolutionary CLICKSYS PV mounting system including how to layout your own racking. Date: Every Friday Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM MDT
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