Solar
Design and Installation
Product Training
IronRidge’s Installing on Pitched Roof – Tile – Course
About this course
This certification-track course goes over the basics of solar and how to install a tile roof system.
IronRidge developed this free solar installation course. You'll walk through a full pv installation on a pitched roof with tile. You'll learn installation best practices, solar building codes and much more.
While IronRidge products are mentioned in this course, it's not just a product training. This is a valuable learning opportunity even if you're not an IronRidge customer. This is a great for people who are relatively new and want to be productive on the job right away.
Want to get IronRidge certified?
Complete this course as your first step toward becoming an IronRidge Certified Installer. After passing the final exam for this course, you’ll be eligible to register for a Hands-on Training event delivered by the IronRidge training team.
Course outline
15 modules
2 - 3 hours to complete
1:48 hours
of video lectures
Welcome • 2 assignments
Orientation Materials
Welcome • 2 assignments
Orientation Materials
This is a free course. We take pride in our free courses, but keep in mind that this is only a taste of what we do in a full HeatSpring course. You can get started immediately after you enroll.
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Module 1 • 9 assignments
Introduction to Tile Roofs
Module 1 • 9 assignments
Introduction to Tile Roofs
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Module 2 • 6 assignments
Flashing
Module 2 • 6 assignments
Flashing
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Module 3 • 6 assignments
Evaluating Tile Roofs
Module 3 • 6 assignments
Evaluating Tile Roofs
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Module 4 • 6 assignments
Safety & Roof Preparation
Module 4 • 6 assignments
Safety & Roof Preparation
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Module 5 • 6 assignments
Mounts & Attachments
Module 5 • 6 assignments
Mounts & Attachments
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Module 6 • 12 assignments
Design and Site Preparation
Module 6 • 12 assignments
Design and Site Preparation
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Module 7 • 9 assignments
Laying out the Array
Module 7 • 9 assignments
Laying out the Array
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Module 8 • 7 assignments
Tools and Materials
Module 8 • 7 assignments
Tools and Materials
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Module 9 • 1 assignments
Tile Hooks
Module 9 • 1 assignments
Tile Hooks
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Module 10 • 11 assignments
Racking Installation
Module 10 • 11 assignments
Racking Installation
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Module 11 • 3 assignments
Wire Management
Module 11 • 3 assignments
Wire Management
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Module 12 • 4 assignments
Modules
Module 12 • 4 assignments
Modules
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Module 13 • 4 assignments
Aesthetics and Summary
Module 13 • 4 assignments
Aesthetics and Summary
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Conclusion • 1 assignments
Feedback and Additional Resources
Conclusion • 1 assignments
Feedback and Additional Resources
This is our last module but you still have access to the all of course materials so keep working and you'll be able to complete the course at your own pace. Enjoy the course and keep in touch!
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Whether you’re a new entrant to the solar industry, training your crew, or just refreshing your credentials, the IronRidge Installer Certification Program was built for you.
Frequently asked questions
Full FAQHow does this course work?
This is a free course. Enroll today and get access to all of the materials instantly. This is a self-study, self-paced course and you can set your own schedule to complete the materials. You can begin the lecture videos and other course materials as soon as you enroll.
How long do I have access to the materials?
For free courses there is no guarantee for how long the course materials will be available.
Is there a certificate of completion?
Certificates of completion are only provided to HeatSpring Membership subscribers. This course has not been approved by any credentialing organizations (NABCEP, AIA, USGBC etc) for Continuing Education Credits (CEUs). This course is for self education purposes only and completion does not indicate a level of professional expertise or credential.
Can I register multiple people?
Yes, this is a free course so you can share this page with other people from your team.