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Photovoltaics-Design & Site

Class Number: RENEWEL 10482132-1 - Photovoltaics-Design & Site
Offering Status: Open
Academic Level: Post_Secondary
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Course Description

10-482-132 PHOTOVOLTAICS-DESIGN & SITE ...learn steps to performing a site audit prior to installation of a PV system. Focus on defining the solar window, system site placement, system sizing and design, load analysis and energy efficiency concepts. (Corequisite: 10-482-126, Intro to Solar)

Course Typically Offered

  • Spring

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What will I learn?

  1. Describe the elements of photovoltaic system design.
  2. Examine the basics of roof design.
  3. Perform a site inspection for a solar site analysis.
  4. Design an appropriate photovoltaic system for a site.
  5. Utilize photovoltaic system analysis software.
  6. Explain relevant codes, standards, and certification.
  7. Apply various photovoltaic mounting and racking systems.
  8. Explain the economic and financial considerations for Photovoltaic systems.
  9. Design a photovoltaic system by correcting integrating system components
  10. Prepare and understand permitting and utility intertie forms and requirements to photovoltaic systems.

Class Details

Class Number:
RENEWEL 10482132-1 - Photovoltaics-Design & Site
Location:
NWTC Green Bay
Date:
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Delivery:
In-Person
Term:
2026 Spring Session 1

Meetings Times

Dates Day(s) / Time Location
1/20/2026 - 3/12/2026 Tuesday/Thursday
7:30 AM - 11:20 AM
Green Bay Campus Room EE116

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