This is a bundle of these 4 courses

Solar

Solar PV Boot Camp + NABCEP PV Associate Exam Prep

Pass the NABCEP PV Associate Exam guaranteed. Over 92% of our students pass, if you don't then retake the course and exam for free. Introductory training for contractors, electricians, and business professionals who want to enter the solar PV industry.
4.7
3547
18h 11m
CEUs
Sean White
$895
Solar Technology

Drone Pilot Boot Camp

Become a licensed commercial drone pilot. This is a technical course is designed for renewable energy, construction, and engineering professionals.
4.8
104
13h 56m
CEUs
Keven Gambold
$895
Solar

NABCEP PV Associate (PVA) Practice Exam

There is no way to tell exactly what will be on the real exam, but this free 75 question practice exam will give you a good idea of the types of questions to expect.
4.8
4039
7m
Sean White
Free

FAA Part 107 Practice Test

In order to fly your drone under the FAA's Small UAS Rule (Part 107), you must obtain a Remote Pilot Certificate from the FAA. This free practice test includes 60 questions that you're likely to see when you take the exam.
4.6
357
11m
Keven Gambold
Free

About this course

Build your solar business - and career - by leveraging drones and solar together. Five years ago this combination didn't really exist, but today it's an in-demand combo of skills.

Earn your NABCEP PV Associate (PVA) credential and learn the fundamentals of solar pv design and installation. Earn your FAA Part 107 license while becoming a qualified commercial drone pilot.

Both courses go beyond exam prep and teach you the things you really need to know to operate in the field contribute to the success of your organization.

Subjects covered

Solar Technology NABCEP Drones Design and Installation

Bundle outline

4 courses
Course 1 • 6 modules
Solar PV Boot Camp + NABCEP PV Associate Exam Prep
Welcome • 19 assignments
Orientation Materials

This course is self-paced, so you don’t need to be logged in at any specific time. You can get started immediately after you enroll and the course materials will remain in your account with minimum guaranteed access for 12 months (1 year) after enrollment.

  • What to Expect: NABCEP PV Associate Exam Prep (04:12 minutes) Preview
  • A Quick Look at the Video Player Controls (27 seconds)
  • PVA Practice Exams in Module 6 and you can skip around in this class if you want. You have HeatSpring on-demand Freedom!
  • Purchase the book for this course: "Solar Photovoltaic Basics: A Study Guide for the NABCEP Associate Exam 2nd Edition"
  • NABCEP PV Associate Candidate Eligibility Form (.pdf)
  • Important Note on 18 Advanced NABCEP Credits
  • Set up email notifications and your student profile
  • Connect with your instructor Sean on LinkedIn
  • Audio versions of lectures and much more are located in: Optional Materials
  • Introduce yourself on the discussion board
  • Discussion Board Request from Sean and Notes on Posting Discussion Board Questions
  • 2017 NEC Free Download
  • Solar Market Report Summary (.pdf)
  • Go-At-Your-Own-Pace
  • Live Online Proctoring (LOP) for All NABCEP Exams!
  • PV Boot Camp Presentation Slides
  • To view your test results
  • Books and resources
  • How to guarantee passing the NABCEP PVA
Module 1 • 15 assignments
History of Solar, Markets and Applications for Solar PV, and Safety Basics

You'll learn about the beginnings of solar PV technology, current markets and applications for the technology, and the basic safety considerations and requirements for solar PV installers. Topics include: different types of PV systems, OSHA, National Electrical Code (NEC), arc flashes, overcurrent protection devices, fall protection, and lockout-tagout (LOTO).

  • Review: NABCEP Photovoltaic Associate Exam Job Task Analysis (JTA)
  • Read Chapter 1 in "Solar Photovoltaic Basics" - PV Markets and Applications
  • History of Solar PV (13:56 minutes) Preview
  • PV Markets and Applications Part 1 (14:46 minutes) Preview
  • PV Markets and Applications Part 2 (19:03 minutes)
  • PV Markets and Applications Part 3 (20:00 minutes)
  • AC-Coupling, DC-Coupling and Inverter Types, including Multimode Inverter, Stand-Alone Inverter and Interactive Inverter
  • Optional Discussion Board Post #1
  • PV Price Per Watt
  • Read Chapter 2 in "Solar Photovoltaic Basics" - Safety Basics
  • Safety Basics Part 1 (24:02 minutes)
  • Safety Basics Part 2 (24:38 minutes)
  • Module 1 Quiz
  • Module 1 Quiz - 10 Questions with Answer and Detailed Explanations (.pdf)
  • Optional Discussion Board Post #2
Module 2 • 15 assignments
Electricity Basics + Solar Energy Fundamentals

This module covers concepts, definitions, terminology, and formulas related to electricity. It also lays out the science, data, and principles you must understand to grasp how solar energy is collected. Topics include: Ohm's Law, power, energy, voltage, current, batteries, multimeters, measurement, types of DC connections, transmission, insolation data, solar time, sun paths, shading, and solar radiation.

  • Read Chapter 3 in "Solar Photovoltaic Basics" - Electricity Basics
  • Electricity Basics Video 1 (29:46 minutes)
  • Electricity Basics Video 2 (21:20 minutes)
  • PV Math Quiz (20 questions)
  • PV Math Quiz - 20 Questions with Answer and Detailed Explanations (.pdf)
  • Optional Discussion Board Post #1
  • Read Chapter 4 in "Solar Photovoltaic Basics" - Solar Energy Fundamentals
  • Solar Energy Fundamentals Video 1 (27:29 minutes)
  • Solar Energy Fundamentals Video 2 (29:43 minutes)
  • Solar Energy Fundamentals Video 3 (21:42 minutes)
  • Solar Energy Fundamentals Video 4 (28:45 minutes) Preview
  • Solar Energy Fundamentals Video 5 (30:49 minutes)
  • Solar Energy Fundamentals Quiz
  • Solar Energy Fundamentals Quiz - 10 Questions with Answer and Detailed Explanations (.pdf)
  • Optional Discussion Board Post #2
Module 3 • 18 assignments
PV Module Fundamentals and System Components

This module covers how solar photovoltaic (PV) technology works, the materials used to make PV modules, module efficiency, important formulas, temperature and voltage considerations, and how to test a PV system. It also provides definitions for the primary components that comprise a solar PV system.

  • Read Chapter 5 in "Solar Photovoltaic Basics" - PV Module Fundamentals
  • PV Module Fundamentals - Part 1 (30:08 minutes)
  • PV Module Fundamentals - Part 2 (23:57 minutes)
  • PV Module Fundamentals - Part 3 (23:48 minutes)
  • PV Module Fundamentals - Part 4 (29:18 minutes) Preview
  • PV UL Listing 1703 transitioned to UL 61730 (.pdf)
  • Optional Discussion Board Post #1
  • Read Chapter 6 in "Solar Photovoltaic Basics" - System Components
  • System Components - Part 1 (18:55 minutes)
  • System Components - Part 2 (18:30 minutes)
  • System Components - Part 3 (15:11 minutes)
  • System Components - Part 4 (27:36 minutes)
  • System Components - Part 5 (18:09 minutes)
  • System Components - Part 6 (24:53 minutes)
  • Thin Film PV Manufacturing YouTube Video
  • Module 3 Quiz PV Module Fundamentals and System Components
  • Module 3 Quiz - 10 Questions with Answer and Detailed Explanations (.pdf)
  • Optional Discussion Board Post #2
Module 4 • 21 assignments
PV System Sizing and Electrical Design

This module covers the factors to consider when sizing a grid-tied or off-grid system, system losses, tilt, factors that increase or decrease PV system output, single-line diagrams, ampacity, Ohm's Law, voltage drop, charge controllers, AC- and DC-coupled battery systems, battery charging stages, overcurrent protection devices, and determining voltage ranges.

  • Read Chapter 7 in "Solar Photovoltaic Basics" - PV System Sizing Principles
  • PV System Sizing - Part 1 (30:37 minutes)
  • PV System Sizing - Part 2 (15:58 minutes)
  • PV System Sizing - Part 3 (21:44 minutes)
  • PV System Sizing - Part 4 (16:39 minutes)
  • PV System Sizing - Part 5 (18:06 minutes)
  • PV System Sizing - PVWatts Part 1 (14:54 minutes)
  • PV System Sizing - PVWatts Part 2 (21:28 minutes)
  • PV System Sizing - PV Watts Part 3 (25:49 minutes)
  • System Sizing (Student Request) (23:34 minutes)
  • Optional Discussion Board Post #1
  • Read Chapter 8 in "Solar Photovoltaic Basics" - PV System Electrical Design
  • PV System Electrical Design Part 1 (17:25 minutes)
  • PV System Electrical Design Part 2 (20:27 minutes)
  • PV System Electrical Design Part 3 (13:03 minutes)
  • PV System Electrical Design Part 4 (20:24 minutes)
  • PV System Electrical Design Part 5 (17:31 minutes)
  • IV Curves with Bill Brooks (11:02 minutes) Preview
  • Module 4 Quiz System Sizing
  • Module 4 Quiz System Sizing - 10 Questions with Answer and Detailed Explanations (.pdf)
  • Optional Discussion Board Post #2
Module 5 • 21 assignments
PV System Mechanical Design, Performance Analysis, Maintenance and Troubleshooting

In this module, you will study PV System Mechanical Design, which goes along with Chapter 9 in Solar Photovoltaic Basics.

Also included in this module is Performance Analysis, Maintenance and Troubleshooting which goes along with Chapter 10 in Solar Photovoltaic Basics, which means you are getting close to the end!

  • Read Chapter 9 in "Solar Photovoltaic Basics" - PV System Mechanical Design
  • PV System Mechanical Design - Part 1 (17:04 minutes) Preview
  • PV System Mechanical Design - Part 2 (19:34 minutes)
  • PV System Mechanical Design - Part 3 (20:43 minutes)
  • PV System Mechanical Design - Part 4 (20:45 minutes)
  • PV System Mechanical Design - Part 5 (20:44 minutes)
  • Blocking with Johan Alfsen (09:23 minutes)
  • PV System Mechanical Design - Part 6 (19:03 minutes)
  • PV System Mechanical Design - Part 7 (19:20 minutes)
  • PV System Mechanical Design - Part 8 (18:09 minutes)
  • PV System Mechanical Design - Part 9 (19:30 minutes)
  • Performance Analysis, Maintenance and Troubleshooting Part 1 (24:32 minutes)
  • Performance Analysis, Maintenance and Troubleshooting Part 2 (30:00 minutes)
  • Read Chapter 10 in "Solar Photovoltaic Basics" - Performance Analysis, Maintenance, and Troubleshooting
  • Optional Discussion Board Post #1
  • Module 5 Quiz
  • Module 5 Quiz - 10 Questions with Answer and Detailed Explanations (.pdf)
  • Optional Discussion Board Post #2
  • Resource: SolSmart Permitting
  • Backfeeding the grid with a Tesla Model S (02:01 minutes)
  • Building Integrated Photovoltaics and Tesla Solarglass (aka Tesla Solar Roof) with Bill Brooks (05:37 minutes)
Module 6 • 10 assignments
Practice Exams

In this module, you'll take practice exams to see how well you've mastered the material presented during the course. These exams can be repeated here as many times as you want and are highly recommended to be used to prepare for the NABCEP PVA exam!

  • 4, 3, 2, 1.... Update: PVA practice exam organization has changed!
  • NABCEP Associate Practice Exam 4 - 70 Questions
  • NABCEP Associate Practice Exam 4 - 70 Questions With Answer and Detailed Explanations (.pdf)
  • NABCEP Associate Practice Exam 3 - 70 Questions
  • NABCEP Associate Practice Exam 3 - 70 Questions With Answer and Detailed Explanations (.pdf)
  • NABCEP Associate Practice Exam 2 - 70 Questions
  • NABCEP Associate Practice Exam 2 - 70 Questions With Answer and Detailed Explanations (.pdf)
  • NABCEP Associate Practice Exam 1 - 70 Questions
  • NABCEP Associate Practice Exam 1 - 70 Questions With Answer and Detailed Explanations (.pdf)
  • NABCEP Exam Registration and Testing Overview: Certemy, Meazure Learning, and Scantron
Conclusion • 16 assignments
Feedback and Additional Resources

This is our last module but you still have access to the all of course materials for 12 months (1 year), so keep working and you'll be able to complete the course at your own pace. After your year of access expires you can optionally extend access with a HeatSpring Membership. Enjoy the course and keep in touch!

  • NABCEP Photovoltaic Associate Exam Candidate Information Form (.pdf)
  • Submit Your NABCEP PV Associate Application and Schedule Your Exam
  • Lots of additional optional videos and audio recordings
  • Important Reminder on 18 Advanced NABCEP Credits
  • List of Meazure Learning Test Site Cities
  • NABCEP Photovoltaic Associate Exam Learning Objectives
  • Passing score on a NABCEP Associate Examination
  • PVA exam will be updated someday
  • Introducing Bill Brooks! (14:40 minutes)
  • Entry Level PV Jobs in California-For employers and employees
  • Stay in touch and more learning materials
  • 1 Year of Access to Course Materials
  • Feedback: 2-minute Exit Survey
  • Consider Joining as a HeatSpring Member
  • Certificate of Completion: Request a Certificate
  • New 5/14/2024 take NABCEP PV Installation Professional (PVIP) exam without job experience!
Course 2 • 12 modules
Drone Pilot Boot Camp
Welcome • 8 assignments
Orientation Materials

This course is self-paced, so you don’t need to be logged in at any specific time. You can get started immediately after you enroll and the course materials will remain in your account with minimum guaranteed access for 12 months (1 year) after enrollment.

  • Instructor Introduction: Keven Gambold (HUX1A1): 5 mins (05:06 minutes)
  • Course Introduction (HUX1A2): 10 mins (10:28 minutes) Preview
  • Optional Equipment to Purchase: Zephyr Simulator Software and Orca Controller
  • Simulator Intro (HUX1A3): 40 mins! (40:37 minutes)
  • Simulator Familiarization (Optional): 30 mins flight time!
  • Part 107 Exam Intro (HUX1A4): 12 mins. (11:45 minutes) Preview
  • Set up email notifications and your student profile
  • Introduce yourself on the discussion board
Module 1 • 17 assignments
Part 107 Regulations and Small UAS Weather

A close look at 14 CFR 107 (the commercial drone reg) and associated documents. Then a review of all the weather elements that affect sUAS operations.

  • Part 107 Regulations Overview (HUX1B1): 20 mins (19:35 minutes)
  • Part 107 Supporting Documents (HUX1B2): 8 mins (08:09 minutes)
  • Download Support Docs from HUX1B2: 14 CFR Part 107
  • Download Support Docs from HUX1B2: AC 107-2 (.pdf)
  • Download Support Docs from HUX1B2: Remote Pilot Study Guide (.pdf)
  • Download Support Docs from HUX1B2: AKTS (.pdf)
  • Download Support Docs from HUX1B2: 14 CFR Part 48
  • Review FAA small UAS webpages (HUX1B2)
  • Part 107 Highlights (HUX1B3): 15 mins (14:52 minutes)
  • Update to Part 107: Night, Ops over People, Remote ID (.mp4)
  • Quiz: Part 107 Regulations
  • Simulator Basic Training (Optional)
  • Part 107 Weather 101 (HUX1E1): 31 mins (30:35 minutes)
  • Part 107 Weather Reports (HUX1E3): 26 mins (25:29 minutes)
  • Part 107 Weather 102 (HUX1E2): 29 mins (28:55 minutes)
  • Quiz: Part 107 Weather
  • Simulator Practice in the weather (Optional)
Module 2 • 10 assignments
Small UAS Operations, US Airspace & Charts

A real 'meaty'week with all the factors influencing sUAS operations and then the detailed look at US airspace and charts.

  • Part 107 Operations: Airports (HUX1C1): 19 mins (18:45 minutes)
  • Part 107 Operations: Radio Comms (HUX1C2): 14 mins (13:27 minutes)
  • Part 107 Operations: General (HUX1C3): 21 mins (20:53 minutes)
  • Quiz: Part 107 Operations
  • Simulator Task: Get a good score! (Optional)
  • Charts 101 (HUX1F1): 26 mins (25:49 minutes)
  • US Airspace (HUX1F2): 24 mins (24:17 minutes)
  • US Airspace & Charts Review (HUX1F3) (16:20 minutes)
  • Quiz: Charts & Airspace
  • Simulator Advanced Training (Optional): The Obstacle Course
Module 3 • 10 assignments
Small UAS Performance, Human Factors

  • Small UAS Performance - Forces in Flight (HUX1D1): 29 mins (28:46 minutes)
  • Small UAS Performance - Power Curves (HUX1D2): 10 mins (09:53 minutes)
  • Small UAS Performance - In the Field (HUX1D3): 16 mins (15:53 minutes)
  • Quiz: sUAS Performance
  • Human Factors Intro (HUX1G1): 19 mins (18:57 minutes)
  • Simulator Task (Optional): Speed and Altitude Estimates
  • Human Factors: Aeronautical Decision Making (HUX1G2): 34 mins* (33:31 minutes)
  • Human Factors: Physiology & Quiz (HUX1G3): 16 mins* (15:09 minutes)
  • Quiz: Human Factors
  • Simulator Buzzed Training (Optional)
Module 4 • 8 assignments
Part 107 Exam Review

  • Part 107 Review Part 1 (HUX1H1): 15 mins (14:41 minutes)
  • Part 107 Review Part 2 (HUX1H2): 10 mins (09:26 minutes)
  • Practice Exam 1
  • Practice Exam 2
  • Practice Exam 3
  • Practice Exam 4
  • Practice Exam 5 (and last!)
  • Part 107 Exam Day Prep (HUX1H3): 8 mins (07:43 minutes)
Module 5 • 7 assignments
Field Operations Preparations

  • Field Course Overview (HUX2A1): 6 mins (05:21 minutes)
  • Field Job Walk-through (HUX2A2): 14 mins (13:11 minutes)
  • Sensor Basics (HUX2A3): 19 mins (18:43 minutes)
  • Payload Selection (HUX2A4): 11 mins (10:30 minutes)
  • Payload & UAS Selection Supp Video (HUX2A4A): 14 mins
  • Unmanned Aircraft Selection (HUX2A5): 24 mins (23:40 minutes)
  • Simulate on the Simulator!
Module 6 • 7 assignments
Pre-site Surveys, Job Hazard Assessments, Pre-deployment prep

A look at the days leading up to a job, with the study of the site and the task. The preparation for the team and finally getting the equipment ready. In this module we explore examples relevant to solar companies doing site surveys and inspections.

  • Pre-Site Surveys (HUX2A7): 22 mins (21:36 minutes)
  • PSS Homework (.pptx)
  • Job Hazard Assessments (HUX2A8): 16 mins (15:41 minutes)
  • JHA Homework (.docx)
  • Operations Manuals (HUX2A9): 20 mins (19:42 minutes)
  • Pre-job Preparations & Pack-Out (HUX2A10): 13 mins (13:00 minutes)
  • Practical Exercise: Pre-job Preparations & Pack Out (.docx)
Module 7 • 14 assignments
On Site Procedures, Normal & Emergency Operations

So you finally made it to the job site... What now?

  • On Site Survey and Set-up (HUX2B1): 11 mins (10:55 minutes)
  • Aircraft Set-up Supplemental Video: 26 mins
  • Normal Flight Operations (HUX2B2): 26 minutes (25:18 minutes)
  • Fixed Wing Flight Ops Supplemental Video 1 (6 mins) (05:37 minutes)
  • Emergency Flight Operations (HUX2B3): 28 minutes (27:44 minutes)
  • Emergency Flight Ops Supplemental Video: 22 mins
  • Fixed Wing Flight Ops Supplemental Video 2 (30 secs) (13 seconds)
  • Mission Types (HUX2B4): 16 mins (15:40 minutes)
  • Mapping Supplemental Video: 18 mins
  • Inspection Supplemental Video: 4 mins
  • Photography Supplemental Video: 17 mins
  • Operational Simulator Training 1: Roof inspection
  • Operational Simulator Training 2: Tower Inspection
  • Operational Simulator Training 3: Mapping the Homestead
Module 8 • 9 assignments
Post-flight Activities, Data Handling & Report Production

The work doesn't stop when you get home... Getting the kit secured, maintained and ready for the next job. Then a look at the various processes, software, etc. to convert flights into cash...

  • Post-flight Activities (HUX2C1): 11 mins (10:21 minutes)
  • Maintenance Procedures (HUX2C2): 17 mins (16:33 minutes)
  • Data Handling (HUX2C3): 16 mins (15:11 minutes)
  • Data Handling Practical 1 (HUX2C4)
  • Data Handling Supplementary Example
  • Data Processing (HUX2C5): 27 mins (26:10 minutes)
  • Data Processing Practical (HUX2C6)
  • Report Writing (HUX2C7): 9 mins (08:37 minutes)
  • Report Writing Practical (HUX2C8)
Module 9 • 5 assignments
Top Tips and Traps for Young Players and Live Fly Practicals

A look at the good, bad and the ugly of commercial drone operations then getting the birds airborne!

  • Common Errors (HUX2D1): 28 mins (27:06 minutes)
  • Basic Flight Maneuvers (HUX2D2) (.pptx)
  • Advanced Flight Maneuvers (HUX2D3) (.pptx)
  • Advanced Simulation Work: Scoping the joint! (HUX2D4)
  • LIVE: On the Job Training (HUX2D5)
Module 10 • 3 assignments
Evaluation Week

Brace yourself for trials and tribulations from air, sim and ground. Fear not. YOU. ARE. READY!

  • Field Operations Exam (HUX2E1)
  • Simulator Evaluation (HUX2E2)
  • Field Evaluation (HUX2E3)
Module 11 • 4 assignments
Graduation Week

A chance to catch your breath, celebrate and find a nice frame!

  • Certificate Requirements (HUX2F1)
  • Running a drone business (HUX2F2): 20 mins (19:29 minutes)
  • Next Steps & Flight Workshop (HUX2F3): 18 mins (17:07 minutes)
  • Live Debrief Webinar
Module 12 • 3 assignments
Post Grad Work

No resting on your laurels... Keep the work going!

  • Flight Workshop Opportunities
  • Post Graduation Reading 1: Drones in Solar (.pdf)
  • Post Graduation Reading 2: Insights Roof Report (.pdf)
Conclusion • 5 assignments
Feedback and Additional Resources

This is our last module but you still have access to the all of course materials for 12 months (1 year), so keep working and you'll be able to complete the course at your own pace. After your year of access expires you can optionally extend access with a HeatSpring Membership. Enjoy the course and keep in touch!

  • Drone Boot Camp Alumni LinkedIn Group
  • 1 Year of Access to Course Materials
  • Feedback: 2-minute Exit Survey
  • Consider Joining as a HeatSpring Member
  • Certificate of Completion: Request a Certificate
Course 3 • 1 modules
NABCEP PV Associate (PVA) Practice Exam
Module 1 • 7 assignments
NABCEP PV Associate Practice Exam

  • NABCEP Associate Practice Exam 2 - 70 Questions
  • NABCEP Associate Practice Exam 2 - 70 Questions With Answer and Detailed Explanations (.pdf)
  • To view your test results
  • Discussion Board Request from Sean and Notes on Posting Discussion Board Questions
  • Taking Your NABCEP Test - Thoughts & Advice from Sean (07:17 minutes)
  • Connect with your instructor Sean on LinkedIn
  • NABCEP Exam Registration and Testing Overview: Certemy, Meazure Learning, and Scantron
Course 4 • 1 modules
FAA Part 107 Practice Test
Module 1 • 2 assignments
FAA Part 107 Practice Test

  • Part 107 Exam Intro (HUX1A4): 12 mins. (11:45 minutes) Preview
  • Take the Practice Test

Continuing Education Units

Approved for the following CEUs

  • 18 NABCEP PV Training Hours (passing score on the PV Associate exam required)
  • NABCEP Advanced Credit Hours
  • NABCEP JTA
  • NABCEP RE Elective
  • NABCEP PV Associate Renewal

Approved NABCEP CEU Hours

NABCEP Credential Advanced Hours for Exam Recertification CEU Hours NEC JTA RE Elective Building or Fire Code
PV Installation Professional (PVIP) Certification
2 2 0 2 2 0
PV Associate (PVA) Credential
18 2 0 0 0 0
PV Design Specialist (PVDS) Certification
2 2 2 2 0
PV Installer Specialist (PVIS) Certification
2 2 0 2 2 0
PV Technical Sales (PVTS) Certification
2 2 0 2 2 0
PV Commissioning & Maintenance Specialist (PVCMS) Certification
2 2 0 2 2 0

NABCEP Registered Provider

This course counts towards the training requirements for taking NABCEP professional certification exams and CEUs for renewing all certifications.

This course fulfills the training requirements to sit for the NABCEP PV Associate exam and HeatSpring is a NABCEP Registered PV Associate Provider.

Instructors

Sean White

2014 IREC Trainer of the Year, HeatSpring / White House Energy Inc. / Sean White Solar / Norcal Solar

Sean White was the 2014 Interstate Renewable Energy Council Trainer of the Year. He is an IREC Certified Solar PV Master Trainer and has authored several books on solar. He contributed to the development of the NABCEP PV Installation Professional Job Task Analysis and has been a member of the NABCEP PV Installation Professional Technical Committee. Sean is a...

Keven Gambold

CEO, Unmanned Experts

Keven Gambold (Squadron Leader RAF, Ret.) completed 21 years of active duty service with the Royal Air Force as a front-line combat pilot. After over 1500 hours in Tornado GR4 fast-jets, including active participation in all recent multi-national conflicts, Gambold joined a Combined Predator Task Force logging over 1500 hours of unmanned combat missions and two...

Frequently asked questions

Full FAQ
How does this course work?
You can begin this online course instantly upon enrollment. This 0 module course is delivered entirely online. This course is self-paced 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. During your year of access the instructor will be in the course answering questions on the discussion board. After successfully completing the course, you will be able to generate a certificate of completion.
How long do I have access to the materials?
Students get unlimited access to the course materials as soon as they enroll and for one year (365 days) after enrollment. Rewatch videos and review assignments as many times as you want. View updates the instructor makes to the course as the industry advances. Return to your course anytime with online access from anywhere in the world. After the one year of access expires, access can be extended by joining as a HeatSpring member. A single membership extends access to course materials for all past enrollments.
Is there a certificate of completion?
Yes, when you complete this course you are eligible for a certificate of completion from HeatSpring. You can download your certificate as soon as you have completed all of the course requirements. Students can easily share their verified certificates on their LinkedIn profiles using our LinkedIn integration.
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4.7
Based on 1015 reviews from the 4 courses in this bundle
09/12/2024

I have been an installer myself for over a year, and I cannot express how much new information that I learned over the course of a week! Sean has done a terrific job breaking down topics for the PVA exam. I believe I am now prepared to get a great score!

Koen Goggans
07/23/2024

Great course for someone wanting to expand their knowledge of solar or for anyone brand new to the industry!

Cameron Gallagher
01/27/2023

This training has taught a lot on the basics and concepts of the solar PV and battery energy storage systems which I can be used in my daily job as a solar design engineer

Timothy Cruz
Senior Electrical Engineer, Q Meccanica, Inc.
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