This is a bundle of these 6 courses
About this course
Dive into the fastest growing segment in the industry with this all-access pass to understanding the ins and outs of utility-scale solar construction, from the ground up.
- Solar industry market dynamics
- Electrical fundamentals for PV sites
- Industry-specific project management practices
- Construction process deep-dive
- Construction drawings comprehension: electrical, civil, and mechanical
- Quality management best practices
- Operations and maintenance strategies
- Career planning and advancement
Perfect for:
- Aspiring Solar Project Managers
- Site Superintendents
- Future VPs of Construction or Operations
- Anyone looking to lead in utility-scale solar
Subjects covered
Bundle outline
Course 1 •
2
modules
Utility-Scale Solar PV Fundamentals
Module 1 • 3 assignments
Growth of the Solar Industry
Module 2 • 9 assignments
Basics of Solar PV
Conclusion • 3 assignments
Feedback and Additional Resources
Course 2 •
4
modules
Utility-Scale Solar Construction & Project Management
Welcome • 4 assignments
Orientation Materials
Module 1 • 15 assignments
Engineering and Procurement
Module 2 • 7 assignments
Development & Owners Engineering
Module 3 • 26 assignments
Construction
Module 4 • 7 assignments
Commissioning, Testing & Next Steps
Conclusion • 5 assignments
Feedback and Additional Resources
Course 3 •
3
modules
Understanding Utility-Scale Solar Construction Drawings
Welcome • 3 assignments
Orientation Materials
Module 1 • 3 assignments
Introduction to the Course
Module 2 • 8 assignments
Basics of Drawings
Module 3 • 13 assignments
Details of Drawings
Conclusion • 4 assignments
Feedback and Additional Resources
Course 4 •
2
modules
Quality Management in Utility-Scale Solar Construction
Welcome • 5 assignments
Orientation Materials
Module 1 • 6 assignments
Quality Management Principles
We’ll then look at some wider quality management principles – gaining a general understanding of concepts like customer focus, continual improvement, process based planning and using data to make good decisions.
And finally, we’ll wrap up this section by diving into Quality Assurance and Quality Control – or QA/QC. These are two concepts that are often used in the same breath, and many people don’t actually understand the core differences between these two components of a quality management system – so I think it’s worthwhile spending some time discussing the differences and interactions between QA and QC.
Module 2 • 7 assignments
Ensuring Quality in Utility Scale Solar Construction
We’ll then spend some time talking about drawings, and making sure that we have a thorough understanding of why well detailed engineering drawings, solid revision control and good RFI processes are so critical for a high quality project.
We’ll touch base on quality documentation, and best practices for designing and managing this paperwork.
And then we’ll finish up by going through lessons learned procedures and how to ensure ongoing improvement is a part of your teams’ culture.
Conclusion • 4 assignments
Feedback and Additional Resources
Course 5 •
3
modules
Introduction to Utility-Scale Solar Operations & Maintenance
Welcome • 3 assignments
Orientation Materials
Module 1 • 5 assignments
Introduction to Utility Scale Solar Operations & Maintenance
Module 2 • 13 assignments
Basics of Solar O&M
Module 3 • 13 assignments
Advanced Solar O&M
Conclusion • 4 assignments
Feedback and Additional Resources
Course 6 •
3
modules
Career Path: Leadership in Utility-Scale Solar Construction
Module 1 • 4 assignments
Learn more about this career path
Module 2 • 8 assignments
Interviews and perspectives from people doing these jobs
Module 3 • 3 assignments
Tips for Expanding your Career Opportunities
Continuing Education Units
Approved for the following CEUs
- NABCEP Advanced Credit Hours
- NABCEP JTA
- NABCEP RE Elective
- NABCEP PV Associate Renewal
NABCEP Registered Provider

This course counts towards the training requirements for taking NABCEP professional certification exams and CEUs for renewing all certifications.
Instructor

Andy Nyce
I'm Andy Nyce - originally from New Zealand, but I've spent the last nine years in the United States in a range of engineering, construction, project management and quality control roles in the large scale renewables industry. I've been directly involved in over 2GW of execution at every level of installation, management and commissioning. I'm currently the Sr. Director...