Microcredential in
Photovoltaic Systems
This course is eligible for financial aid for qualified students.
SUNY Canton
Canton, NY 13617
Face to Face
Delivery
2 Semesters
Estimated time to complete
30 Hours
Instruction hours
$850.00
Estimated cost*
What you'll learn
Step into clean energy from the sun with this Photovoltaic Systems microcredential. You will learn installation and maintenance of photovoltaic systems, beginning with necessary permits, moving to solar alignment and building roof designs, and then wiring compliance with NEC. You will examine the direct conversion of solar energy to electricity, including photovoltaic cell physics (PV), types of PV cells, system components, and energy storage. Successful completion of this microcredential readies you to continue your education and to immediately apply for solar system installer and/or maintenance positions.
A face to face microcredential from SUNY Canton (30 instruction hours). Registration is completed with SUNY Canton. Eligible for financial aid.
Who can enroll
Ages 18 and up.
Upcoming sections
Section 1:
Open
What you can earn
Photovoltaic Systems Microcredential (Digital Badge)
Skills covered
Photovoltaic Systems
Solar Energy Conversion
Cell Physics
PV Cell Types
PV System Components
PV Energy Storage
System Placement
Wind Loading
Aesthetic Wiring
Circuit Testing
Emergency Response
System Installation
System Maintenance
Permit Requirements
* Estimated cost
Each campus will confirm final costs.