Energy Instructor - Steve Geiger

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Solar Photovoltaic Systems - CONST 143, and Advanced Photovoltaic Systems - CONST 145

Instructor: Steve Geiger
Phone: DEPT. OFFICE (916) 691-7353
Email: geigers@crc.losrios.edu

CONST 143
Hours: 54 LEC
Description: This course will cover general solar industry topics with an emphasis photovoltaic principles and products. There will be a brief study of the political landscape in California in support of the California Solar Initiative, and market strategies and incentives will also be discussed. There will be some hands on projects to help students learn basic electrical theory and circuits, and an introduction to print reading. System Sizing and components will be covered as well. This class is part of the Green Buildings: Environmental Design, Energy Management and Performance Based Construction Certificate.
Prerequisite: None.

CONST 145
Hours: 54 LEC
Description: This course reviews basic solar PV system basics, and will continue deeper into concepts in system sizing and wiring, utility interconnection requirements and policies, commissioning, maintenance and troubleshooting, economic analysis and business models, and will conclude with preparation for an external industry certification examination.
Prerequisite: CONST 143 with a grade of "C" or better

For This Class:

Spring 2019 and beyond
All assignments, handouts, and class information (syllabus, calendar, etc.) will be managed via: Canvas (click link to login)

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