This is the starting point for all other solar (PV) courses.
Solar energy basics course: You’ll learn electricity basics, PV cells, sizing, and mounting options.
Course Description
(PV 101) Basic Photovoltaics
This eight-hour course introduces the basics of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems. Participants will study the fundamentals of electricity, learn how PV cells and modules work, explore different types of PV systems, review the benefits of renewable energy and distributed generation, discuss mounting options, and identify components and equipment used in PV installations.
Instructor: Jenny Heinzen
Online: Independent Study
We highly recommend the following textbook in addition to the materials provided. Reading assignments are included within the curriculum.
- NCCER: Solar Photovoltaic System Installer, 2024, 2nd Edition — WAYS TO ORDER
You are responsible for buying, renting, or borrowing your own book from a vendor of your choice.
Course Details
This is the first course required if you are pursuing your NABCEP PV Associate credential.
Continuing Education
This course is approved by the Wisconsin Department of Safety & Professional Services (DSPS) for 8 Credit Hours for the following licenses:
- Registered Electrician
- Journeyman Electrician
- Industrial Journeyman Electrician
- Residential Journeyman Electrician
- Master Electrician
- Residential Master Electrician
- Commercial Electrical Inspector
- UDC Electrical Inspector
Why Earn Your NABCEP PV Associate Credential
It’s hard knowing where to start in the PV Industry. MREA’s NABCEP training helps ease the way. NABCEP Credentials like the PV Associate (in the center of the Career Pathways) are designed to prepare people for careers in the renewable energy industry. For many people, this is the first step toward working in the PV Industry and is the prerequisite for participating in our PV Certification Course Packages.
