Solar
Design and Installation
Utility-Scale
Utility-Scale Solar Design Overview
About this course
Take this course to get a broad introduction to utility-scale solar design for ground mount projects - how utility-scale designs are different and similar to commercial and low voltage systems, some key design principles, and the overall arc of a project from start to finish.
HeatSpring and PVcase have partnered to start building a pipeline of utility-scale PV design engineers. This course is the 'friendly front door' for PV designers. You'll get an overview of a utility-scale PV design. This course will help you prepare for more advanced training.
HeatSpring and PVcase have partnered to start building a pipeline of utility-scale PV design engineers. This course is the 'friendly front door' for PV designers. You'll get an overview of a utility-scale PV design. This course will help you prepare for more advanced training.
Learning Objectives
- Apply fundamental design principles for utility-scale PV systems including site layout, racking, and electrical configurations
- Understand the key differences between utility-scale and commercial/residential solar design approaches
- Visualize the complete utility-scale project development process from site selection to interconnection
This course is included in this bundle
Course outline
3 modules
3 hours to complete
1:09 hours
of video lectures
Module 1 • 4 assignments
Utility-Scale PV Design Overview
Module 1 • 4 assignments
Utility-Scale PV Design Overview
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Module 2 • 8 assignments
Utility Scale Project - Development to Design
Module 2 • 8 assignments
Utility Scale Project - Development to Design
A walk through some of the major activity groups for a utility scale project from developing the project to interconnection, site and racking design and electrical design.
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Authors
John Selby
Owner, Selby Solar
Experienced Project Manager and Project Engineer with background in Commercial and Utility-scale Solar Photovoltaic development and construction.
Stefan Boehme / PVcase
Education Content Manager, PVcase
I am a professional who is passionate about training, visual design, and gamification. My aim is to provide exceptional value to clients and partners through my skills and expertise. I specialize in building strong relationships, creating captivating narratives for training programs, and utilizing data analytics to improve onboarding experiences. My track record...
Frequently asked questions
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Is there a certificate of completion?
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