Pre-Construction Professional in Utility-Scale Solar

Every utility-scale solar project — no matter how large or complex — is built on a set of core principles that govern how sunlight is converted into electricity. In this module, Basics of Utility-Scale Solar PV, we'll establish the foundational knowledge you need to understand how photovoltaic technology works, from the physics of the photovoltaic effect to how individual cells, modules, and arrays are configured to produce power at scale. We'll also look at how solar resources are evaluated and how environmental factors like temperature, shading, and irradiance influence system output. Whether you're new to the solar industry or transitioning into the utility-scale space, this module provides the essential building blocks that will support everything you'll learn throughout the rest of the course.

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!