2017/2020 Electrical & Fire Codes for Energy Storage Systems
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Bundle outline
2 courses • 2 modules
Course 1 •
1
modules
NEC 2017 & 2020 Solar + Storage Requirements
Welcome • 2 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.
- Set up email notifications and your student profile
- Introduce yourself on the discussion board
Module 1 • 10 assignments
NEC 2017 & 2020 Solar-Plus-Storage Requirements
- Presentation Materials (.pdf)
- Part 1 - Course Introduction and Interactive PV Systems (13:48 minutes)
- Part 2 - AC- and DC-Coupled Solar + Storage Systems (08:43 minutes)
- Part 3 - Applicable NEC Codes and Where to Apply Them (07:47 minutes)
- Part 4 - NEC Article 690: Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems (07:41 minutes)
- Part 5 - Introduction to NEC Article 706: Energy Storage Systems (18:03 minutes)
- Part 6 - Applying NEC Article 706 to System Schematics (09:17 minutes) Preview
- Part 7 - NEC Article 705: Interconnected Electric Power Production Sources (15:16 minutes)
- Part 8 - NEC Article 480: Storage Batteries and Article 710: Stand-Alone Systems (13:05 minutes)
- Part 9 - Common ESS Design and NEC Issues (07:25 minutes)
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!
- 1 Year of Access to Course Materials
- Feedback: 2-minute Exit Survey
- Consider Joining as a HeatSpring Member
- Certificate of Completion: Request a Certificate
Course 2 •
1
modules
2020 NFPA 855 and Fire Code Requirements for ESS
Welcome • 2 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.
- Set up email notifications and your student profile
- Introduce yourself on the discussion board
Module 1 • 11 assignments
NFPA 855 and Fire Code Requirements for ESS
- Presentation Materials (.pdf)
- Part 1: Course Introduction (04:16 minutes)
- Part 2: Why Fire Codes Are Important (05:13 minutes)
- Part 3: Fire Codes Timeline For Energy Storage Systems (10:58 minutes)
- Part 4: Fire Codes Across the U.S. (14:30 minutes)
- Part 5: Oregon Example Fire Codes (07:33 minutes) Preview
- Part 6: NFPA 855 Overview and Residential Requirements (10:55 minutes)
- Part 7: NFPA 855 Commercial Requirements (13:15 minutes)
- Part 8: NFPA 855 Labeling Requirements and Annexes (04:15 minutes)
- Part 9: UL9540 Listing and Testing (13:06 minutes)
- Part 10: Summary and Conclusion (04:58 minutes)
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!
- Additional Resources
- 1 Year of Access to Course Materials
- Feedback: 2-minute Exit Survey
- Consider Joining as a HeatSpring Member
- Certificate of Completion: Request a Certificate
Continuing Education Units
Approved for the following CEUs
- NABCEP Advanced Credit Hours
- NABCEP Building or Fire Code
- NABCEP NEC
- NABCEP JTA
- NABCEP RE Elective
- NABCEP PV Associate Renewal
Approved NABCEP CEU Hours
| NABCEP Credential | Advanced Hours for Exam | Recertification CEU Hours | NEC | JTA | RE Elective | Building or Fire Code | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 2 | ||
| 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| 4 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 0 | |
| 4 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 2 | ||
| 4 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 2 | ||
| 4 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 2 | ||
| 4 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 2 | ||
| 4 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
NABCEP Registered Provider
This course counts towards the training requirements for taking NABCEP professional certification exams and CEUs for renewing all certifications.
Instructors
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Ryan Mayfield has been working in the renewable energy field since 1999 and is the President of Mayfield Renewables (formerly Renewable Energy Associates), a consulting firm providing design, support and educational services for electrical contractors, architectural and engineering firms, manufacturers and government agencies. Ryan served as Photovoltaic Systems... Learn more
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An engineer, an educator, and a technical committee member who reviews proposed changes to the National Electrical Code®, Ryan Mayfield has been committed to raising the bar on renewable energy industry best practices since 1999. “We know that the more expertise you have, the more you can drive down risk,” Ryan says. “That’s why we built Mayfield Renewables with... Learn more
