About this course
This is the practical residential solar O&M course you have been waiting for!
With the residential solar market continuing to grow exponentially, so does the need for system maintenance. Now more than ever, the solar industry needs qualified, experienced, and knowledgeable service technicians to maintain the reliability of deployed solar assets.
In this course, students will learn the basics of O&M, safety precautions, service site visit best practices, preventative maintenance measures, with a primary focus on field troubleshooting where instructor Keith Rohman walks through real-world residential solar O&M issues and their solutions. Keith walks students through his process to address each corrective maintenance challenge, providing a framework for students to work through when solving issues on their own jobsites.
This is an advanced course. It is recommended that students have previous experience in safely installing residential solar systems prior to enrolling.
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Course outline
7 modules
7 - 10 hours to complete
6:51 hours
of video lectures
Welcome • 7 assignments
Orientation Materials
Welcome • 7 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.
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Module 1 • 8 assignments
Commissioning
Module 1 • 8 assignments
Commissioning
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Module 2 • 3 assignments
Preventative Maintenance
Module 2 • 3 assignments
Preventative Maintenance
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Module 3 • 36 assignments
Reactive Maintenance - Field O&M
Module 3 • 36 assignments
Reactive Maintenance - Field O&M
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Module 4 • 3 assignments
Working with Equipment Manufacturers
Module 4 • 3 assignments
Working with Equipment Manufacturers
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Module 5 • 2 assignments
O&M Considerations
Module 5 • 2 assignments
O&M Considerations
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Conclusion • 3 assignments
Feedback and Additional Resources
Conclusion • 3 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!
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Continuing Education Units
Approved for the following CEUs
- NABCEP Advanced Credit Hours
- NABCEP RE Elective
NABCEP Registered Provider
This course counts towards the training requirements for taking NABCEP professional certification exams and CEUs for renewing all certifications.
Instructor
Keith Rohman
Electrician and Solar Technician
Keith got his start in the solar industry in 2017 with an entry-level solar installer position in Denver, Colorado. Previously, Keith obtained his bachelor’s degree from Illinois State University in Renewable Energy. For him, solar energy was a clear and holistic answer to tackle the problems of climate change and challenges people face gaining entry into the...
Frequently asked questions
Full FAQHow does this course work?
You can begin this online course instantly upon enrollment. This 5 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 every Friday. 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.
Can I register multiple people?
Yes please visit our HeatSpring for Teams page to get a group discount.