Solar
NABCEP
Batteries and Storage
Certification Prep
30-Hour 2023 NEC PV, Energy Storage, Building and Fire Codes
About this course
The 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) was first adopted in January 2023 and will be adopted by many different states at different times. In this class, Sean White and Bill Brooks explain the NEC in a way that is as fun as possible for a large, very technical book. This course is jam-packed with 2023 NEC insight, interpretation, and comparison to past versions.
It is recommended that students also purchase the book PV and the NEC by Sean White and Bill Brooks. This book has been updated for the 2023 NEC. It can be purchased directly from the publisher or other online book sellers.
It also may be helpful for you to get a copy of the 2023 NEC, which you can access digitally online for free.
It is recommended that students also purchase the book PV and the NEC by Sean White and Bill Brooks. This book has been updated for the 2023 NEC. It can be purchased directly from the publisher or other online book sellers.
It also may be helpful for you to get a copy of the 2023 NEC, which you can access digitally online for free.
Course outline
7 modules
30 hours to complete
24:48 hours
of video lectures
Welcome • 9 assignments
Orientation Materials
Welcome • 9 assignments
Orientation Materials
This course is self-paced, so you don’t need to be logged in at any specific time. You can get started immediately after you enroll and the course materials will remain in your account with minimum guaranteed access for 12 months (1 year) after enrollment.
Loading assignments…
Module 1 • 30 assignments
NEC Overview
Module 1 • 30 assignments
NEC Overview
Before we dive deep into NEC articles specific to PV and ESS, we are going to get more familiar with the rest of the NEC, from a PV and ESS point of view. We will save the Bill Brooks segments for the deep dives into the more advanced material.
Loading assignments…
Module 2 • 14 assignments
NEC Article 690 PV Systems
Module 2 • 14 assignments
NEC Article 690 PV Systems
Article 690 was first put into the NEC in 1984.
Loading assignments…
Module 3 • 18 assignments
Module 3 Energy Storage Systems (706) and Interconnections (705)
Module 3 • 18 assignments
Module 3 Energy Storage Systems (706) and Interconnections (705)
Article 706 ESS was new in the 2017 NEC and much of it came out of Article 690. It was originally meant to replace Article 480 Storage Batteries, however 480 was kept in the NEC. Article 690 points us to 706 when using energy storage systems and not 480. Different AHJs interpret this differently and the NEC can sometimes contradict itself as we will learn.
Article 705 Interconnected Power Production Sources is very important for both PV and ESS and is definitely a part of the NABCEP certification exams.
Loading assignments…
Module 4 • 19 assignments
More NEC and some Building Codes
Module 4 • 19 assignments
More NEC and some Building Codes
Here we have some extras.
Loading assignments…
Module 5 • 6 assignments
2023 NEC Code Changes Quiz
Module 5 • 6 assignments
2023 NEC Code Changes Quiz
Loading assignments…
Conclusion • 5 assignments
Feedback and Additional Resources
Conclusion • 5 assignments
Feedback and Additional Resources
This is our last module but you still have access to the all of course materials for 12 months (1 year), so keep working and you'll be able to complete the course at your own pace. After your year of access expires you can optionally extend access with a HeatSpring Membership. Enjoy the course and keep in touch!
Loading assignments…
Continuing Education Units
Instructors
Sean White
2014 IREC Trainer of the Year, HeatSpring / White House Energy Inc. / Sean White Solar / Norcal Solar
Sean White was the 2014 Interstate Renewable Energy Council Trainer of the Year. He is an IREC Certified Solar PV Master Trainer and has authored several books on solar. He contributed to the development of the NABCEP PV Installation Professional Job Task Analysis and has been a member of the NABCEP PV Installation Professional Technical Committee. Sean is a...
Bill Brooks
Principal, Brooks Engineering
Bill Brooks PE, of Brooks Engineering LLC, has over 30 years of experience designing, installing, and evaluating grid-connected PV systems. More than 12,000 installers and inspectors have attended his courses throughout the U.S. and abroad. His field troubleshooting skills have been valuable in determining where problems occur to focus training on those issues of...
Frequently asked questions
Full FAQHow does this course work?
This 5-module course is delivered entirely online. This course is self-paced and you can set your own schedule to complete the materials. During your year of access the instructor will be in the course answering questions on the discussion board. After successfully completing the course, you will be able to generate a certificate of completion.
How long do I have access to the materials?
Students can pre-order but will not be able to access the full course materials or earn a certificate of completion until the course is fully published. Once the course is published any students who have pre-ordered will then have access to the course materials for one year (365 days). After the one year of access expires, access can be extended by joining as a HeatSpring member. A single membership extends access to course materials for all past enrollments.
Is there a certificate of completion?
Yes, when you complete this course you are eligible for a certificate of completion from HeatSpring. You can download your certificate as soon as you have completed all of the course requirements. Students can easily share their verified certificates on their LinkedIn profiles using our LinkedIn integration.
Can I register multiple people?
Yes please visit our HeatSpring for Teams page to get a group discount.