Solar Intensive Training Program
Thank you for your interest in Ohlone College’s Solar Training Program. The next classes will be scheduled for Fall 2010. Please check back later for details.
Solar Intensive Training Course
Introduction of solar photovoltaic system requirements, design and configurations, installation techniques, and their application in residential and commercial construction. Entry-level Certification Exam from NABCEP is an option.
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Dates: April 5-9, 2010
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Time: 9:00am - 5:00pm
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Cost: $2,500 (includes textbook)
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Location: Room NC-1102, Ohlone College Newark Center for Health Sciences and Technology, 39399 Cherry Street, Newark, CA 94560 (Maps & Directions)
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Register online at Community Education Registration - on the Courses page, "Solar Intensive Training" is listed under Professional Development
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Download Solar Intensive Training Course brochure (PDF), includes Course Content and Lab Outline
Who Should Attend
Primary Audience:
- Previous work experience in: construction, HVAC, plumbing, roofing, electrical and/or Mechanical Engineering.
- Those with a background in: skilled trades such as construction, electrical, installation, and repair.
Secondary Audience: Those looking to gain industry foundations to transition into solar careers such as: Management, Marketing/Sales, Engineering, Research, Purchasing, Customer Service/Administration.
How to Register for the Solar Intensive Training Course
- Go to Ohlone College Community Education Registration
- In the Courses section, Solar Intensive Training is listed under Professional Development
- WIA case managers, call (510) 742-2303
For registration questions, contact Community Education at commed@ohlone.edu or (510) 742-2303.
Learning Objectives
- Analyze solar photovoltaic system energy and building resources.
- Critically assess solar photovoltaic system applications, site evaluation, design analysis, codes and materials, and methods of installation.
- Investigate solar photovoltaic systems and their relationship with energy conservation, scarce resources and the environment.
- Compare and contrast solar photovoltaic system energy sources and applications.
Course Participation Advisory and Recommendations
- High school diploma or GED
- College English
- College Math
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to tolerate heights (example working on building roofs)
About the Solar Intensive Training Program
The Solar Intensive Training Program is offered through Ohlone College Community Education. Approved for Workforce Investment Act (WIA) training. Please contact Community Education at (510) 742-2303 with questions.
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Solar Training Program In the News
Secret 3: get the skills you need on the cheap, May 17, 2010, CNN Money - Smith got tuition assistance as part of his severance package. So he mined that benefit to help pay for a train-the-trainers course at Ohlone College, which taught him to teach others how to put in the panels. That course in particular helped Smith land a job earlier this year as a training manager and job-placement coordinator at Solar Richmond, a nonprofit focused on residential panel installation.
The Solar Electricity for the Developing World program that had been scheduled for March 2010 is canceled.
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