CE Course Schedule
Course Listings as of November 07, 2009 at 08:30am
Renewable Energy
Solar electric systems for homes and businesses are becoming more prevalent and viable as new state, local and federal policies encourage their development. ACC is currently developing a wide range of programs and courses that focus on the renewable energy field, with a strong emphasis on solar power technologies. Additional renewable energy technologies (i.e. wind, geothermal, etc) will be added as the local industry expands in those areas. For additional information about all of ACC’s renewable energy courses visit www.austincc.edu/ce/renewable or call 512.223.7525
HART 1071 Solar Electric Systems, Entry Level
(42.0 hours/$575.00/$25.00 Lab/$3.50 Insurance)
This is an introductory course in the study of solar photovoltaic (PV) cells, modules, and system components. Instruction includes a review of equipment, system design and calculations, safety considerations, and installation procedures. The course prepares entry-level installers for eligibility to take the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) Photovoltaic (PV) Entry Level Certificate of Knowledge Exam, recognized by industry as the standard measure of basic knowledge, comprehension and application of key terms and concepts of photovoltaic (solar electric) system operations.
Objectives:
1. Define basic terminology related to solar photovoltaic systems
2. Describe the theory, purpose and operation of photovoltaic system components
3. Identify safety hazards, safety practices, and protective equipment related to photovoltaic system installation and maintenance
4. Perform calculations related to the design, installation and functioning of photovoltaic systems
5. Analyze and troubleshoot system performance
1 97693 Aug 24 - Nov 16 7:00pm -10:00p M RVS S110 OH Overmiller, Craig M
Aug 24 - Nov 16
c 97694 Aug 26 - Nov 11 7:00pm -10:00p W RVS S110 OH Overmiller, Craig M
x 000 Aug 29 - Nov 14 9:00am - 1:15p S RVS S110 OH Underwood, John
6 97695 Aug 29 - Nov 14 2:00pm - 5:00p S RVS S110 OH Espinoza, Enrique
Aug 29 - Nov 14
2 97692 Aug 29 - Nov 14 9:00am -12:00p S RVS S110 OH Underwood, John
Aug 29 - Nov 14
HART 1072 Advanced Solar Photovoltaic Installer
(48.0 hours/$775.00/$50.00 Lab/$3.50 Insurance)
An advanced course in the proper design and installation of NEC code-compliant solar photovoltaic (PV) systems for use on residential and commercial buildings. Course includes: sizing of solar electric systems; specification of system components; and sizing of DC/AC wiring. Prepares students for the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) Solar Photovoltaic (PV) System Installer Certification Exam after meeting all of the experience requirements. *NOTE: Course meets on Thursday from 6pm to 9pm for 12 weeks and meets on two Saturdays- from 9am-4pm. Instructors will provide dates of the Saturday classes. This course is designed for those involved in the solar industry or a related field and is intended for licensed electricians, contractors, or those with a strong understanding of solar electric systems and electrical principles.
Prerequisites: HART 1071-Solar Electric Systems, Entry Level strongly recommended.
c 97696 Aug 25 - Nov 10 6:00pm - 9:00p T RVS S108 OH Hoffner, John E
Aug 25 - Nov 10
HART 1073 Solar Thermal Systems
(48.0 hours/$625.00/$50.00 Lab/$3.50 Insurance)
An advanced course in the proper design and installation of NEC code-compliant solar hot water systems for use on residential and commercial buildings. Course includes specifications for system components and sizing of systems and DC/AC wiring. The course is designed for professionals in the solar industry or a related field and prepares students for the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) Solar Thermal System Installer certification exam after meeting all of the experience requirements.
9 97697 Aug 26 - Nov 11 6:00pm - 9:00p Th RVS S108 OH Espinoza, Enrique
HART 1074 PV Problem Solving
(8.0 hours/$195.00)
This is a problem-solving course on the principles and practices of safe code-compliant PV system design and installation. It provides preparation for the NABCEP professional PV installer certification exam as well as the City of Austin PV contractor qualification exam.
x 98172 Sep 12 9:00am - 5:00p S HBC 301.7 OH Kuhn, Michael R
HART 1075 Working Safely with Photovoltaic Systems
(8.0 hours/$195.00)
x 98173 Sep 26 9:00am - 5:00p S HBC 301.7 OH Kuhn, Michael R
HART 1076 Incentives for Solar Energy Systems
(8.0 hours/$195.00)
x 98174 Oct 10 9:00am - 5:00p S HBC 221.0 OH Kuhn, Michael R
HART 1077 Mounting Practices for Solar Energy
(8.0 hours/$195.00)
x 97698 Oct 24 9:00am - 5:00p S RVS S109 OH Kuhn, Michael R
WIND 2059 Wind Power Delivery System
(80.0 hours/$162.00/$3.50 Insurance)
In-depth study of the components of the input and output electrical power delivery systems for wind generation. Integrated with college credit WIND 2359.
c 97170 Aug 25 - Dec 10 7:05pm - 9:45p TTh RVS S122 OH Hechel, Dennis L
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