About this course
Solar is becoming a bigger part of our energy infrastructure. Even if you don’t work for a solar company, it’s useful to understand how solar works and be able to have informed conversations about it.
This course was built for:
- Folks new to the solar industry
- Utility customer service staff, especially electric co-ops
- Policy and code staff within the government
- Construction or building companies
- Building inspectors
- Real estate agents
What we’ll cover in 101:
- Solar industry snapshot to understand the growth and trajectory of the industry
- Solar system basics; including common electricity terminology, the components that make up a rooftop solar system, types of solar systems, and solar safety
- Main customer motivations for installing rooftop solar
- What typically included in a residential rooftop solar proposal
- An overview of the most common types of net metering policies along with an overview of other relevant financial information
- Frequently asked questions
This course is included in this bundle
Course outline
8 modules
4 - 5 hours to complete
3:30 hours
of video lectures
Welcome • 7 assignments
Orientation Materials
Welcome • 7 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 • 3 assignments
Industry Snapshot
Module 1 • 3 assignments
Industry Snapshot
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Module 2 • 3 assignments
Electricity Basics
Module 2 • 3 assignments
Electricity Basics
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Module 3 • 5 assignments
Solar PV System Components
Module 3 • 5 assignments
Solar PV System Components
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Module 4 • 4 assignments
Types of PV Systems and Safety
Module 4 • 4 assignments
Types of PV Systems and Safety
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Module 5 • 11 assignments
Solar from the Customer's Point of View
Module 5 • 11 assignments
Solar from the Customer's Point of View
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Module 6 • 10 assignments
Myth Busting Solar and Frequently Asked Questions
Module 6 • 10 assignments
Myth Busting Solar and Frequently Asked Questions
Let's go through some of the most frequently asked questions as well as common misconceptions about solar.
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Conclusion • 4 assignments
Feedback and Additional Resources
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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Instructor
Brittany Heller
HeatSpring
Brittany Heller has been in the solar industry in a variety of roles since January 2015. She began her solar career in residential sales in New Orleans. She then moved to Denver where she completed a Construction Fellowship with GRID Alternatives Colorado, building a wide portfolio of solar projects all benefiting income-qualified families. In April 2018, she began her...
Frequently asked questions
Full FAQHow does this course work?
You can begin this online course instantly upon enrollment. This 6 module course is delivered entirely online. 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.
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.