New in CORE: Introduction to Power Tools for Solar

About this course

Whether you are a designer, installer, product engineer, AHJ, or just learning, this course will explain the why and not just the what of code requirements. It was was developed by active code-panel members to give you an insider's perspective on code-compliance. This is not a design course or installation manual; our goal is to help you get out ahead of the industry by leveraging the code to improve quality, safety, and reliability without increasing cost.

Learning Objectives

  • Describe and interpret requirements across the 2026 NEC® that impact PV, energy storage systems, EVs, and power control systems
  • Interpret requirements and recent changes in Article 690 - Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems
  • Interpret requirements and recent changes in Article 691 - Large-Scale Photovoltaic (PV) Electric Supply Stations
  • Interpret requirements and recent changes in Article 706 - Energy Storage Systems
  • Interpret requirements and recent changes in Article 480 - Stationary Batteries
  • Interpret requirements and recent changes in Article 705 - Interconnected Electric Power Production Sources
  • Interpret requirements and recent changes in Article 710 - Stand-Alone Systems
  • Interpret requirements and recent changes in Article 130 - Energy Management Systems
  • Interpret requirements and recent changes in Article 702 - Optional Standby Systems
  • Interpret requirements and recent changes in Article 625 - Electric Vehicle Power Transfer System

Course outline

8 modules
8 - 10 hours to complete
6:53 hours of video lectures
Welcome • 3 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.

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Module 1 • 11 assignments
Overview of the NEC® and Other Key Requirements

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Module 2 • 48 assignments
Articles 690 and 691: Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems

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Module 3 • 23 assignments
Article 705: Interconnected Electric Power Production Sources

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Module 4 • 8 assignments
Article 706: Energy Storage Systems

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Module 5 • 7 assignments
Articles 130 and 702: EMS, PCS, and Optional Standby Systems

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Module 6 • 8 assignments
Article 625: Electric Vehicle Power Transfer Systems

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Conclusion • 4 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!

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Instructors

Brian Mehalic

Senior Consultant, Solar Tech Collective

Brian Mehalic has over 22 years of experience designing, installing, inspecting, and servicing all types and sizes of PV and energy storage systems. He began his career as Lead Technician and Project Manager at EV Solar Products in Arizona, then worked as Project Engineer for O2 Energies in North Carolina. He was a co-founder of SEI Professional Services, bought by...

Rebekah Hren

Senior Consultant , Solar Tech Collective

Rebekah Hren has over twenty years of experience working in the solar and electrical industry. She is a qualified master electrician, and has served as a principal voting member on Code-Making Panel 4 for NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code) since 2017.  She is a NABCEP board member and certified PV Installation Professional . Since 2007 she’s enjoyed teaching PV system...

Alex Jahp

Senior Consultant, Solar Tech Collective

Alex Jahp joined the solar industry in 2015 out of a passion for the environment, climate change, and sustainable development. He has since worn many hats – and hard hats – with roles in construction, design, and project management on projects from watts to megawatts throughout the US, Peru, and Guatemala. His work has taught him the important role that codes,...

Frequently asked questions

Full FAQ
How does this course work?
You can begin this online course instantly upon enrollment. This course is delivered entirely online. Pre-order courses are available on launch date. This course is self-paced and you can set your own schedule to complete the materials. You can begin the lecture videos and other course materials as soon as you enroll. 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 get unlimited access to the course materials as soon as they enroll and for one year (365 days) after enrollment. Rewatch videos and review assignments as many times as you want. View updates the instructor makes to the course as the industry advances. Return to your course anytime with online access from anywhere in the world. 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.
Will the instructor really answer my questions during this course?
Yes! This is an instructor-led online course. You can ask questions on the discussion board and get prompt answers from your instructor. It varies by instructor and by course but typically instructors check-in between daily and weekly to check quiz results or project work, review and respond to discussion board questions and read survey responses. Check the enrollment page for specific information about each instructor's check-in frequency.
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 For Teams page to get a group discount.

$299

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