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Utility-Scale Solar PV Design Applications
John Selby
$895.50
$995
About this course
Learn to design utility-scale solar PV systems. This is a practical course that will help you roll up your sleeves and start working as a designer for real. We created it to upskill the workforce needed to meet the increasing demand for utility-scale solar PV designs.
You'll learn:
You'll learn:
- How a utility-scale solar power plant is designed. What are the critical inputs and what does a project lifecycle include.
- Engineering-specific considerations; including interconnection, metering options, equipment, and site considerations
Most importantly, you'll get to work directly with instructor John Selby as you learn. He's an experienced designer and educator who will help you prepare to start doing utility-scale solar pv designs.
Subjects covered
Solar
Design and Installation
Utility-Scale
Course outline
12 modules
5 - 7 hours to complete
1.
Orientation Materials
1.
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.
2.
Utility-Scale Overview
2.
Utility-Scale Overview
3.
Project Development
3.
Project Development
4.
Engineering
4.
Engineering
5.
Ownership
5.
Ownership
6.
Construction
6.
Construction
7.
Designing Interconnection Areas
7.
Designing Interconnection Areas
8.
Site Considerations
8.
Site Considerations
9.
Racking & Module Options
9.
Racking & Module Options
10.
Electrical Design Considerations
10.
Electrical Design Considerations
11.
Auxiliary / Monitoring Options
11.
Auxiliary / Monitoring Options
12.
Feedback and Additional Resources
12.
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!
Instructor
John Selby
Owner, Selby Solar
Experienced Project Manager and Project Engineer with background in Commercial and Utility-scale Solar Photovoltaic development and construction.
Frequently asked questions
Full FAQHow does this course work?
You can begin this online course instantly upon enrollment. This 10 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.
What software is required for this course?
- PVCase Ground Mount (trial included if you need it)
- AutoCAD (for certain exercises)
- Access to NREL SAM tool
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](/for_teams) page to get a group discount.
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