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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
Solar Storage & EV Charging 10482127 Provides the opportunity for the learner to develop the basic working knowledge and skills required in the application and design of solar energy systems that include energy storage and incorporate EV charging. Topics of concentration include types of energy storage, sizing energy storage, integrating energy storage with residential and commercial solar systems and EV charging systems.( Pre-Requisite: 10-482-133, Photovoltaics-Advanced) Course Typically Offered:
PV Monitoring & Troubleshoot 10482128 Introduces PV systems, how to monitor them, and troubleshooting issues. Course Typically Offered:
Source: https:// nwtc. edu / academics-and-training / renewable-energy-solar-thermal
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