Solar Courses
Solariv is the premier renewable energy training facility focused on creating the next generation of renewable energy experts. With a certificate from Solariv you will have the knowledge and skill to be successful in the era of renewable energies. Solariv currently offers the 6 Day Solar PV Course in New Jersey. We will continue to add other renewable energy courses soon. Check back for more information about our Solar Thermal course for Solar Water Heating Systems as well as Solariv’s Wind Energy course for Wind Turbine Installation.
6 Day Solar PV Course
In 6 days of hands-on training, Solariv will cover the fundamentals of PV theory and applications, system design & estimation, and hands-on installation of typical residential & commercial rooftop systems. This Solar PV course uses instructor led training, hands on labs and computer-based software tools.
This course is perfect for:
- General Contractors & Skilled Labor
- Licensed Electrician
- HVAC or Plumbing Contractor
- Engineer or Architect
- Sales person new to the Renewable Energy experience
- War veterans returning from duty
Course Highlights:
* 35% hands-on labs,
* 25% classroom activities
* 40% Lecture.
At Solariv you will learn solar-electric system design, installation, and safety procedures, plus business and industry topics important for professionals new to photovoltaics. Our hands-on Solar Training labs cover the common steps of a residential solar electric retrofit.
Solariv students will do the following:
- Wire up inverters from a variety of manufacturers and mount solar panels on racking systems with roof penetrations and panel attachments.
- Learn how to work with DC disconnects, inverters, AC disconnects, and load center/service panels to tie in with the utility.
- View demonstrations of the connection of a live solar array feeding power into the grid.
- Learn the techniques of PV financial estimation and system sizing and placement using a combination of hands-on tools and software on Internet-connected PCs at each student’s desk.