Photovoltaic Technician Certificate

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Offered at Main Campus

Photovoltaic Technology Certification is a 6 month program that will give students fundamental conceptual & hands-on training with technology, estimating, design, codes, maintenance, repair and electrical installation practices in the photovoltaic segment of the distributive generation and electrical industries. . National Electrical Code, North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners, National Electrical Safety Code and State of Iowa Licensing requirements are emphasized throughout the program.

Program Total: 21 Credits

Term I

CSC 105 - Computer Essentials - Credits: 1.00
ELT 303 - Principles of Electricity - Credits: 3.00
ELE 352 - Principles of Electronics - Credits: 3.00
IND 110 - CPR, First Aid and Safety - Credits: 1.00
ELE 349 - Electrical Equipment Tools & Safety - Credits: 3.00

Total: 11 Credits

Term II

ELE 356 - Advanced Codes and Standards - Credits: 2.00
SER 100 - Introduction to Renewable Energy Applications - Credits: 2.00
SER 122 - Photovoltaics I - Credits: 3.00
SER 123 - Photovoltaics II - Credits: 3.00