Solar
Design and Installation
Utility-Scale
Utility-Scale Solar Design Overview
About this course
Take this course to get a broad introduction to utility-scale solar design for ground mount projects - how utility-scale designs are different and similar to commercial and low voltage systems, some key design principles, and the overall arc of a project from start to finish.
HeatSpring and PVcase have partnered to start building a pipeline of utility-scale PV design engineers. This course is the 'friendly front door' for PV designers. You'll get an overview of a utility-scale PV design. This course will help you prepare for more advanced training.
HeatSpring and PVcase have partnered to start building a pipeline of utility-scale PV design engineers. This course is the 'friendly front door' for PV designers. You'll get an overview of a utility-scale PV design. This course will help you prepare for more advanced training.
Learning Objectives
- Apply fundamental design principles for utility-scale PV systems including site layout, racking, and electrical configurations
- Understand the key differences between utility-scale and commercial/residential solar design approaches
- Visualize the complete utility-scale project development process from site selection to interconnection
This course is included in this bundle
Course outline
3 modules
1 - 3 hours to complete
1:09 hours
of video lectures
Module 1 • 4 assignments
Utility-Scale PV Design Overview
Module 1 • 4 assignments
Utility-Scale PV Design Overview
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Module 2 • 7 assignments
Utility Scale Project - Development to Design
Module 2 • 7 assignments
Utility Scale Project - Development to Design
A walk through some of the major activity groups for a utility scale project from developing the project to interconnection, site and racking design and electrical design.
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Authors
John Selby
Owner, Selby Solar
Experienced Project Manager and Project Engineer with background in Commercial and Utility-scale Solar Photovoltaic development and construction.
Stefan Boehme / PVcase
Education Content Manager, PVcase
I am a professional who is passionate about training, visual design, and gamification. My aim is to provide exceptional value to clients and partners through my skills and expertise. I specialize in building strong relationships, creating captivating narratives for training programs, and utilizing data analytics to improve onboarding experiences. My track record...
Frequently asked questions
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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.
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