Class Description

This intensive two-day workshop is the PV industry's most thorough preparatory class for the NABCEP® photovoltaic (PV) Installer Certification exam. Students review advanced PV, electrical and safety topics, and discuss test-taking strategy. Individual assessment of strengths and weaknesses and a study plan is provided.

Prerequisites

To be eligible for this class, students must have met the requirements for and be approved to take the NABCEP PV Installer Certification Exam or have taken at least 40 hrs. of solar PV training (ONTILITY S103 or equivalent) and have significant PV installation experience.

Course Objectives

Students are encouraged to provide informal feedback throughout the course. A survey is distributed to students on the last day of class whereby students are asked to evaluate the class and the instructor. This feedback is used to create an on-going professional development plan for instructors and to inform course improvements.

Student Evaluation

Student performance is evaluated on the basis of:

• Participation in class discussions and lab activities
• Attendance - 16 hours is required

Attendance Policy

It is expected that students will attend scheduled classes regularly and on time. If an absence occurs, it is the responsibility of the student to make up all missed work. Students, who must withdraw from a class, will receive credit for work completed and may complete the course at a later date with instructor approval. Attendance will be tracked and maintained for various reporting purposes.

Students with Disabilities

This institution complies with Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Students with disabilities who seek accommodations must make their requests knows when registering for a course or workshop. If a disability is identified after class has begun, a non-retroactive accommodation plan will be developed.