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SUNY Ulster Installer Courses - Spring 2009
For more information on these SUNY Ulster training opportunities, please contact:
Barbara Ann Livermore Reer
Program Coordinator
Continuing & Professional Education
SUNY Ulster
Business Resource Center
One Development Court
Kingston, NY 12401
Photovoltaics (PV) Installer’s Course - NABCEP Approved
Learn the basics of how to site, design, and install photovoltaic (PV) systems! This course
includes sizing systems for both grid-connected and off grid PV systems. Learn about the solar
resource, the problems associated with shading and what is the best orientation and tilt for PV
arrays. Discuss the basic sizing and design of systems to serve a given electrical load. Learn
safety procedures for installers and study the electrical code for PV systems in detail. Study various
mounting systems for PV arrays and how they affect roofs. Includes a hands-on installation
a PV system! Students completing this course may sit for the NABCEP exam.
Your instructor
is Dr. Gay E. Canough, a NABCEP certified PV Installer and ISP certified Master Trainer.
This course is approved for The Training of Veterans. Prerequisite: High school diploma; must
be able to do simple arithmetic calculations; must have basic understanding of electricity
including familiarity with volts, amps, and AC wiring. For those who need a basic electrical
course see below.
Recommended Textbook: Photovoltaic Systems, $70
Materials Needed: Calculator, volt/amp meter for AC and DC voltage, AC and DC current of
at least 20 amps.
Approved for 35 PDHs
Mon - Fri, Feb 2 - 6 • 9 am - 4:30 pm
5 sessions • $599
DCB 888-04 • BRC
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Mon - Fri, Mar 23 - 27 • 9 am - 4:30 pm
5 sessions • $599
DCB 888-05 • BRC
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Mon - Fri, Jun 8 -12 • 9 am - 4:30 pm
5 sessions • $599
DCB 888-06 • BRC
Basic Electrical Theory
This course gives an overview of electricity for
those who are interested in taking the Small
Wind Install course or the Photovoltaics (PV)
Installer’s course and have no or little electrical
background. Topics covered will include components
of the atom, how electrons flow
through conductors, conductivity, series and
parallel circuits, tracing circuits, trouble shooting,
voltage and current resistance, AC and DC
voltage, single phase, three phase, and Ohm’s
Law.
Mon, Feb 23, Mar 2&9 • 6:30 - 8:30 pm
3 sessions • $99
DCB 947-02 • BRC
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Mon, May 4 -18 • 6:30 - 8:30 pm
3 sessions • $99
DCB 947-03 • BRC
NABCEP Photovoltaics (PV)Entry Level Certificate of Knowledge Exam
This exam is for those students who have completed
the Photovoltaics (PV) Installer’s course.
A NABCEP testing fee of $70 will be collected
by the proctor the day of the exam.
Test dates and times:
Fri, Feb 6 • 5 - 7 pm
Sat, Feb 7• 9 - 11 am
Fri, Mar 27 • 5 - 7 pm
Sat, Mar 28• 9 - 11 am
Fri, Jun 12 • 5 - 7 pm
Sat, Jun 13 • 9 - 11 am
NEW! Entry Level Certificate of Knowledge of PV Systems Review
This course is for those who have completed the Photovoltaics (PV) Installer’s Course and feel that
they need a review before taking the NABCEP Entry Level Certificate of Knowledge of PV Systems
exam. The course will cover the ten skill sets listed on the NABCEP learning objectives.
Tue & Thu, Feb 24 & 26 • 6:30 - 9:30 pm
2 sessions • $99
DCB 955-01 • BRC
NEW! Advanced Photovoltaics Systems
This course is geared toward PV installers and engineers who have experience with photovoltaic
systems. Basics of PV will not be covered. Topics discussed will include the future of solar energy,
review of formulas needed to size PV, how to design a PV system with battery backup, PV
mounting systems, calculating wind load, weight load on roofs, mounting, safety on roofs, calculating
system efficiency, wire sizing, performance monitoring, shading analysis, troubleshooting and
complying with NYSERDA forms and regulations. Your instructor is Dr. Gay E. Canough, a NABCEP
certified PV Installer and ISP certified Master Trainer. This course is approved for The Training
of Veterans.
Prerequisite: high school diploma; knowledge of basic algebra and trigonometry; must
have basic understanding of electricity including familiarity with volts, amps, and AC wiring, must
know how to operate a calculator
Materials Needed: Calculator, volt/amp meter for AC and DC voltage, AC and DC current of at
least 20 amps
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Approved for 14 PDHs
Thu & Fri, Feb 19 & 20 • 9 am - 5 pm
2 sessions • $350
DCB 956-01• BRC
NEW! Solar Sales Training
The solar industry is filled with smart engineers and scientists. But the industry also needs sales people.
Attend this workshop to learn the basics of selling solar energy systems and the reasons why
people buy these systems. Learn how to talk to customers on the phone, how to sort customers, how
to ask for the deal and listen to the customer. Learn how to develop a proposal and set goals. During
class you will develop proposals for various sized solar energy systems, put together presentations
for prospective customers and look at various marketing techniques. Bring your laptop, a blank CD
and portable printer and paper to class so you can take home finished proposals and presentations.
Bring photos of your installations, certificates and endorsements related to your business.
Your
instructor is Francine Notte of ETM Solar.
Thu & Fri, Apr 16 & 17 • 9 am - 4:30 pm
2 sessions • $350
DCB 957-01• BRC
Basic Photovoltaics – A General Overview for the Homeowner
Are you a homeowner who is interested in getting more information about photovoltaics? Join JohnCalhoun of John Calhoun PE as he discusses:
• Types of photovoltaic (PV) systems used in today’s residential applications
• Operating principles of PV systems
• The solar resource - what makes a good application
• Financial incentives for PV systems
• How to get started
• Hands-on with PV equipment
Sat, Apr 4 • 10 am - noon with an optional open discussion from noon - 1 pm
1 session • $29
DCB 887-03 • BRC
Rain date: Sat, Apr 18 • 10 am-noon
NEW! Solar Hot Water Installation & Design
In 2008 energy prices have risen to unprecedented levels. Solar Hot Water Systems can help offset
your customers’ energy needs and reduce their carbon footprint while taking advantage of lucrative
tax credits. These systems are reliable and efficient and the installation of these systems can be a
profitable addition to your list of services. This introductory course is intended for the contractor,
tradesperson or student who has a basic knowledge of thermal systems and would like to have a
more detailed understanding of solar hot water systems, their components and design.
This course
is presented by Peter Skinner, PE, President of E2G and Betsy Ferris Wynman of SunDog Solar.
Approved for 4 PDHs
Sat, Apr 4 • 1 - 5 pm
1 session • $175
DCB 933-02 • BRC
Small Wind Turbine Installation Workshop
Interested in learning how to install your own wind turbine? Join Roy Butler of Four Winds for this week-long class. Interested
homeowners, businesses, and contractors will have a rare opportunity
to learn first hand how to properly site, specify, permit, and
install a residential scale wind energy system by participating in this
week-long workshop. Day one will be an overview of wind turbines
for those who simply want more information. Course approved for
the Training of Veterans.
Mon Only, May 4 • 9 am - 4:30 pm
1 session • $89
DCB 894-03 • BRC
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Mon - Fri, May 4 - 8 • 9 am - 4:30 pm
5 sessions • $499
DCB 900-03 • BRC
Prerequisite: Basic understanding of electricity
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