PV Labs & Design Scenarios (PV 304.01)
2025-04-30 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Midwest Renewable Energy Association, 7558 Deer Rd, Custer, WI, United States
PV Labs & Design Scenarios (PV 304): Hands-On Solar Training for System Design

Elevate Your Solar Skills with Practical, In-Person Training
Course Overview
The PV Labs & Design Scenarios (PV 304) course offers a one-day, hands-on experience focused on PV system design and installation. This course is ideal for solar professionals looking to gain practical skills in building and commissioning two types of PV systems: grid-tied and battery-based.Using a portable lab set up at ground level (no climbing required), you will:

Work with line diagrams, manufacturer data sheets, and the National Electrical Code (NEC).
Build and test both a grid-tied system and a battery-based system.
Learn to verify and test mechanical and electrical connections to ensure proper system commissioning.

Course Details

Duration: 1 Day (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM CT)
Format: In-person, hands-on training (no climbing required)

Whether you’re preparing for the NABCEP certification exam, upgrading your skills, or simply looking for practical experience in solar system installation, this course provides the essential training you need to succeed in the rapidly growing solar industry.

Prerequisites Required: PV 101-201-202 or NABCEP PV Associate Credential

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Roof-Mount PV System Design & Installation Lab (PV 312.01)
2025-05-01 09:00 - 2025-05-02 17:00 | Midwest Renewable Energy Association, 7558 Deer Rd, Custer, WI, United States
Roof-Mount PV System Design & Installation Lab (PV 312)
Hands-On Solar Training: Design, Install, and Test Roof-Mounted PV Systems
Course Overview
The Roof-Mount PV System Design & Installation Lab (PV 312) is a 2-day, hands-on course where you’ll design, install, and test a roof-mounted PV system.
During the course, you will:

Learn key layout considerations for roof-mounted systems
Understand component specifications and mechanical integration best practices
Apply NEC (National Electrical Code) requirements, including voltage, current, and power calculations
Gain hands-on experience in designing, wiring, and commissioning a grid-connected solar system

This course takes place at MREA’s Training Roof in Custer, WI—one of Wisconsin’s first Travel Green Destinations—providing you with a real-world learning environment powered entirely by renewable energy.
Course Details:

Duration: 2 Days
Format: In-person, hands-on training
Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (both days)
Location: MREA Training Roof, Custer, WI

Prerequisites: PV 101, PV 201, PV 202 (or equivalent training) or NABCEP credential

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PV Labs & Design Scenarios (PV 304.05)
2025-05-09 08:00 - 17:00 | Chippewa Valley Technical College, CVTC, 615 W. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire, WI, 54701, United States
PV Labs & Design Scenarios (PV 304): Hands-On Solar Training for System Design

Elevate Your Solar Skills with Practical, In-Person Training
Course Overview
The PV Labs & Design Scenarios (PV 304) course offers a one-day, hands-on experience focused on PV system design and installation. This course is ideal for solar professionals looking to gain practical skills in building and commissioning two types of PV systems: grid-tied and battery-based. Using a portable lab set up at ground level (no climbing required), you will:

Work with line diagrams, manufacturer data sheets, and the National Electrical Code (NEC).
Build and test both a grid-tied system and a battery-based system.
Learn to verify and test mechanical and electrical connections to ensure proper system commissioning.

Course Details

Duration: 1 Day (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM CT)
Format: In-person, hands-on training (no climbing required)

Heads Up! This course is being offered at Chippewa Valley Technical College — not the MREA’s headquarters in Custer, WI.
Whether you’re preparing for the NABCEP certification exam, upgrading your skills, or simply looking for practical experience in solar system installation, this course provides the essential training you need to succeed in the rapidly growing solar industry.

Prerequisites Required: PV 101-201-202 or NABCEP PV Associate Credential
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PV Associate Core Course Package (PV 255.03)
2025-07-21 09:00 - 2025-07-25 17:00 | Midwest Renewable Energy Association, 7558 Deer Rd, Custer, WI, United States
Kickstart Your Solar Career with MREA’s NABCEP PV Associate Core Course Package
Fast-Track Your Solar Career: Earn the NABCEP PV Associate Credential in Just One Week!
Join Us for PV Week at MREA in Custer, WI
Ready to launch your career in solar energy? MREA’s PV Week in Custer, WI, is your one-stop opportunity to earn your NABCEP PV Associate Credential in just five days. This immersive, in-person program is taught by NABCEP-certified solar professionals who will guide you through the fundamentals of solar PV systems. By the end of the week, you’ll be qualified and ready to sit for the NABCEP PV Associate Exam. Earning your entry-level solar credential gives you a competitive edge in the industry.
What You’ll Learn During PV Week:

Monday: Basic Photovoltaics (PV 101)
Tuesday: PV Site Assessment (PV 201)
Wednesday & Thursday: PV System Design (PV 202)
Friday: PV Exam Prep (PV 220) & NABCEP PV Associate Exam (optional)

Each day, classes run from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
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PV Labs & Design Scenarios (PV304.02)
2025-08-06 09:00 - 17:00 | Midwest Renewable Energy Association, 7558 Deer Rd, Custer, WI, United States

Roof-Mount PV System Design & Installation Lab (PV 312.02)
2025-08-07 09:00 - 2025-08-08 17:00

Solar Training Academy (PV 320)
2026-02-23 - 2026-03-03 | Midwest Renewable Energy Association, 7558 Deer Rd, Custer, WI, United States
This package of six MREA courses is ideal for those just entering the solar workforce or preparing to take the NABCEP PV Associate exam. This course package includes: 52 hours of training, textbook, printed course materials, and NABCEP PV Associate Exam.
Class will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily (full attendance is required for credentials).
Join us at our headquarters in Custer, WI, to earn your NABCEP PV Associate Credential. Classes are taught by NABCEP-certified and experienced PV professionals, providing you with the foundational skills to launch or advance your solar career. Upon completing this series, you’ll be fully prepared to take the NABCEP PV Associate Exam. Pass the exam, and you’ve officially earned your credential to advance in the solar industry!
We provide light snacks, coffee, and tea during class. Meals are not provided, but a refrigerator and kitchen are available for students to store and warm up lunches. Area accommodations can be found here.

Schedule:

Monday, February 23 — Working with Electricity (G 108)
Tuesday, February 24 — Basic Photovoltaics (PV 101)
Wednesday, February 25 — PV Site Assessment (PV 201)
Thursday, February 26 — PV System Design (PV 202) Day 1
Friday, February 27 — PV System Design (PV 202) Day 2
Monday, March 2 — PV Labs & Design Scenarios (PV 304)
Tuesday, March 3 — PV Exam Prep (PV 220) & NABCEP PV Exam

To apply, contact Nicole Stachurski at (715) 422-5011 or nstachurski@fsc-corp.org

Presented by Advance Wisconsin Employment
This program is made available by a grant from the American Rescue Plan Act Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds. Advance Wisconsin Employment and Forward Service Corp is an equal opportunity employer and service provider.
If you have a disability and need assistance with this information, please dial 7-1-1 for Wisconsin Relay Service. Please contact Nicole Stachurski at (715) 422-5011 or nstachurski@fsc-corp.org to request free of charge information in an alternate format, including a translation to your preferred language. Grant eligibility requirements do apply. First-come, first-served; space is limited to 15 students. $500 incentive for completion.

Roof-Mount PV System Design & Installation Lab (PV 312.01)
2026-05-07 09:00 - 2026-05-08 17:00 | Midwest Renewable Energy Association, 7558 Deer Rd, Custer, WI, United States
Roof-Mount PV System Design & Installation Lab (PV 312)
Hands-On Solar Training: Design, Install, and Test Roof-Mounted PV Systems
Course Overview
The Roof-Mount PV System Design & Installation Lab (PV 312) is a 2-day, hands-on course where you’ll design, install, and test a roof-mounted PV system.
During the course, you will:

Learn key layout considerations for roof-mounted systems
Understand component specifications and mechanical integration best practices
Apply NEC (National Electrical Code) requirements, including voltage, current, and power calculations
Gain hands-on experience in designing, wiring, and commissioning a grid-connected solar system

This course takes place at MREA’s Training Roof in Custer, WI—one of Wisconsin’s first Travel Green Destinations—providing you with a real-world learning environment powered entirely by renewable energy.
Course Details:

Duration: 2 Days
Format: In-person, hands-on training
Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (both days)
Location: MREA Training Roof, Custer, WI

Prerequisites: PV 101, PV 201, PV 202 (or equivalent training) or NABCEP credential
Now including IronRidge Installation Certification!

Sign up for this hands-on installation lab, complete a two-hour online training before you arrive, and we will do an in-person skills assessment to help you earn your IronRidge Installation Certification.
Watch and complete one of the courses below BEFORE attending the in-person course.
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Installing on Pitched Roof – Comp Shingle (Open Channel)

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