Level 1 | Level 2 | |
Start Date | September 8, 2025 | March 2, 2026 |
End Date | November 19, 2025 | May 13, 2026 |
Location | Bohlen Technical Center | Bohlen Technical Center |
Days | Mondays & Wednesdays | Mondays & Wednesdays |
Times | 5:00 pm-8:00 pm | 5:00 pm-8:00 pm |
Course Length | 11 weeks/60 hours | 10 weeks/40 hours |
Tuition | $1,609 | $1,340 |
Prerequisite | Level 1 | |
Instructor | Chris Harvey | Chris Harvey |
Basic Solar Installer Level – I:
Starts with the fundamentals, and a solid understanding of various components, system architectures, and applications for PV Systems. Also included, site analysis, system sizing, array configuration, and performance estimation; electrical design characteristics such as wiring, overcurrent protection, and grounding. The course focuses on grid-direct PV systems. Core concepts will be expanded on in the Level – II Spring course.
Basic Solar Installer Level – II:
PV systems with energy storage are the focus of this course, the prerequisite is Level-I.
The course builds a foundation for understanding battery – based applications. Load analysis is addressed along with other critical design criteria such as battery bank design, equipment options, and electrical integration of system components. Components covered include batteries, charge controllers, and battery-based inverters with a focus on safety and maintenance of the systems.
Students successfully completing both Level-I & Level-II will be prepared to take the NABCEP certification exam. The instructor will help students create an account and to register for the exam
Tuition Assistance is Available
For more information, call the Adult and Continuing Education Office at (315) 779-7129.