This is a bundle of these 2 courses
About this course
With the decreased cost and increased financial incentives, solar is becoming a bigger piece of our energy infrastructure. If you are new to the solar industry, it's advantageous to quickly have a command of the basics, key components, the process of a residential project coming to fruition, net metering policies, and more.
The Solar Onboarding Series content outline was originally designed by Green Power EMC in Georgia and made for the electrical membership cooperatives across the state to help them gain a footing in solar. The curriculum within this online-version of course is applicable to anyone across the United States.
Subjects covered
Solar
Design and Installation
Business Growth
Bundle outline
2 courses
7 - 9 hours to complete
Course 1 •
6
modules
Solar Onboarding 101
Course 1 •
6
modules
Solar Onboarding 101
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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Course 2 •
5
modules
Solar Onboarding 102
Course 2 •
5
modules
Solar Onboarding 102
Welcome • 6 assignments
Orientation Materials
Welcome • 6 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 • 2 assignments
PV Module Technical Information
Module 1 • 2 assignments
PV Module Technical Information
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Module 2 • 3 assignments
Site Assessment
Module 2 • 3 assignments
Site Assessment
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Module 3 • 3 assignments
Sizing the System
Module 3 • 3 assignments
Sizing the System
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Module 4 • 6 assignments
Design and Equipment
Module 4 • 6 assignments
Design and Equipment
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Module 5 • 7 assignments
Installation Standards and Best Practices
Module 5 • 7 assignments
Installation Standards and Best Practices
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Conclusion • 3 assignments
Feedback and Additional Resources
Conclusion • 3 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 1 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.