This 8-hour course uses a combination of lecture and classroom activities to teach the basics of photovoltaic (PV) systems. Participants will learn how PV systems work, diagram the four PV system types, describe and identify components, understand the best application and limitations of each system type, define the solar window, make energy efficiency recommendations, estimate system loads, and understand the basics of PV site assessment.
Prerequisite: RE100
Chuck VonDrehle Chuck is a Project Manager for Chicago based, commercial solar developer SoCore Energy. Chuck previously worked for one of the largest solar installers in the California market, Borrego Solar, managing their Silicon Valley office and the installation of photovoltaic systems in the Silicon Valley area of California. Upon his return to Chicago, Chuck helped establish Harnetech as a leading solar energy installer in Chicago and currently sits on the board of advisers for an innovative, technology driven solar distribution start-up, PVpower.com.
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