Academic year: 2024-2025
Solar Energy- Certificate
Program Code: 904821
Explore renewable energy generation systems with a focus on solar electric( photovoltaic) systems.
Delivery
Day Full-time Part-time
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Curriculum
Students following the study plan below will complete the certificate in the number of semesters shown.
10480101- Renewable Energy & Sustainab 4 10482126- Intro to Solar 4 10482132- Photovoltaics-Design & Site 3 10482133- Photovoltaics-Advanced 4
Total Credits 15
This program is offered at:
Green Bay
Program Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition: $ 2,640, Books: $ 424, Supplies: $ 0 Total Approximate Costs $ 3,064 See costs of tuition, books, and supplies.
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Course Descriptions
Renewable Energy & Sustainab 10480101 An overview of various renewable energy technologies and sustainable design practices and their current applications. Emphasis will be placed on policies, renewable energy production, green products and jobs. Course Typically Offered: Fall Spring
Intro to Solar 10482126 An overview of the use of sunlight to produce heat and electricity and the practical and economical use of solar power and solar thermal systems. Learn the importance of energy efficiency and the economics of solar hybrid designs. Course Typically Offered: Fall
Photovoltaics-Design & Site 10482132 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
Photovoltaics-Advanced 10482133 Topics include batteries, wiring configurations, system diagramming, National Electrical code, component selection, wiring, safety and system maintenance.( Prerequisites: 10-482-126 Intro to Solar; 10-660-116, Introduction to AC / DC) Course Typically Offered: Fall
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