Solar
Design and Installation
NEC 2020 and 2023 Requirements for PV Systems Part 3
3h 7m of video
lectures
Last updated 07/2024
About this course
This 3-hour course, led by Mayfield Renewables Founder and CEO Ryan Mayfield, covers the sections of the 2023 NEC that are most relevant to solar PV systems.
This is the third of a 3-part series for complete coverage of the 2023 NEC. Part 1 reviewed the early sections of the NEC and introduced Article 690. Part 2 wrapped up the key sections of Article 690.
In Part 3 of the series, instructor Ryan Mayfield walks through Articles 450, 691, 705, and 750, including:
This is the third of a 3-part series for complete coverage of the 2023 NEC. Part 1 reviewed the early sections of the NEC and introduced Article 690. Part 2 wrapped up the key sections of Article 690.
In Part 3 of the series, instructor Ryan Mayfield walks through Articles 450, 691, 705, and 750, including:
- Requirements for large-scale PV systems
- Source connections to a service
- Load-side source connections
- PV and transformer overcurrent protection
- Microgrids and energy management systems
All course registrants will get access to all course materials — including videos, diagrams, and the course PDF.
Registrants can also receive 3 hours of NABCEP CEUs upon course completion.
This course is included in this bundle
Course outline
3 modules
3:07 hours
of video lectures
Welcome • 2 assignments
Orientation Materials
Welcome • 2 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.
- Set up email notifications and your student profile
- Introduce yourself on the discussion board
Module 1 • 15 assignments
NEC 2020 and 2023 Requirements for PV Systems Part 3
Module 1 • 15 assignments
NEC 2020 and 2023 Requirements for PV Systems Part 3
- Presentation Materials (.pdf)
- Lesson 1: Course Introduction and Article 691 (19:53 minutes)
- Lesson 1 Quiz
- Lesson 2: Introduction to Article 705 (30:26 minutes)
- Lesson 2 Quiz
- Lesson 3: 705.11 Source Connections to a Service (29:36 minutes)
- Lesson 3 Quiz
- Lesson 4: 705.12 Load-Side Source Connections (28:55 minutes)
- Lesson 4 Quiz
- Lesson 5: 705.13 through 705.40 (29:55 minutes)
- Lesson 5 Quiz
- Lesson 6: Article 450 and 240.21 Location in Circuit (28:49 minutes)
- Lesson 6 Quiz
- Lesson 7: Articles 705 (Continued) and 750 (19:24 minutes)
- Lesson 7 Quiz
Conclusion • 4 assignments
Feedback and Additional Resources
Conclusion • 4 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!
- 1 Year of Access to Course Materials
- Feedback: 2-minute Exit Survey
- Consider Joining as a HeatSpring Member
- Certificate of Completion: Request a Certificate
Continuing Education Units
Approved NABCEP CEU Hours
| NABCEP Credential | Advanced Hours for Exam | Recertification CEU Hours | NEC | JTA | RE Elective | Building or Fire Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 0 | |
| 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 0 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | |
| 3 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | |
| 3 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | |
| 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | |
| 3 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | |
| 0 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Instructors
Ryan Mayfield
Founder & CEO, Mayfield Renewables
Ryan Mayfield has been working in the renewable energy field since 1999 and is the President of Mayfield Renewables (formerly Renewable Energy Associates), a consulting firm providing design, support and educational services for electrical contractors, architectural and engineering firms, manufacturers and government agencies. Ryan served as Photovoltaic Systems...
An engineer, an educator, and a technical committee member who reviews proposed changes to the National Electrical Code®, Ryan Mayfield has been committed to raising the bar on renewable energy industry best practices since 1999. “We know that the more expertise you have, the more you can drive down risk,” Ryan says. “That’s why we built Mayfield Renewables with...
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