This photovoltaic training program is a comprehensive self-paced guide to the design, installation, and evaluation of residential and commercial photovoltaic systems. After each chapter take a test on the interactive CD and receive instant feedback on your progress.

A photovoltaic (PV) system is a system which uses solar cells to convert light into electricity.

Demand for renewable energy technologies is growing rapidly and this comprehensive new self-paced training course will help you learn the installation of several types of photovoltaic systems.

The illustrated, full color textbook starts with the principles of photovoltaics and how to effectively incorporate PV systems into stand-alone or interconnected electrical systems. Then move on to PV system advantages and disadvantages, site evaluation, component operation, system design and sizing, and installation requirements and recommended practices.

Common scenarios and procedures are discussed throughout. Specified electrical requirements are in accordance with the National Electrical Code®.

Interactive CD
The Photovoltaic Systems CD-ROM included at the back of the book features interactive resources for independent study and includes Quick Quizzes®, an Illustrated Glossary, Media Clips, several solar resources, and Reference Material.

The Quick Quizzes® provide an interactive review of key topics covered in each chapter.

The Illustrated Glossary is a helpful reference to textbook definitions, with select terms linked to illustrations and media clips that augment the definition provided.

The solar resources are electronic resources for evaluating potential installation sites and for sizing PV systems, and include the following:

•Solar Radiation Data Sets, which include the National Renewable Energy Laboratory’s complete solar radiation data for 239 sites around the United States in easily printable PDF format.

•Sun Path Charts, which are printable PDF charts of solar positions for selected latitudes. The related sun path chart spreadsheet can calculate additional charts as needed.

•Forms and Worksheets, including a sample site survey form and a set of sizing worksheets, all in PDF format. The sizing worksheets are also included in a spreadsheet file that automatically performs sizing calculations.

•Solar Time Calculator, which facilitates the conversion between standard time and solar time that is required for some solar analyses.

Lesson Topics:
• Introduction to Photovoltaic Systems
• Solar Radiation
• Site Surveys and Preplanning
• System Components and Configurations
• Solar Cells, Modules, and Arrays
• Solar Batteries
• Charge Controllers
• Inverters
• System Sizing
• Mechanical Integration
• Electrical Integration
• Utility Interconnection
• Permitting and Inspection
• Commissioning, Maintenance, and Troubleshooting
• Economic Analysis

Open Enrollment
You can start this program at anytime and there are no time limits - so study when it's convenient for you.

This is a complete entry level photovoltaic training course that includes a full color textbook (469 pages, 393 illustrations) and interactive CD. 

How do I order?

1. You can order online (click the 'Add to Cart' button).

2. Call us at (800) 321-2155 and ask for course 02-711.

3. You can mail a check or money order for $99.95 to:
(includes $14.95 for shipping/handling - foreign shipping will be higher) 

CIE Bookstore
1776 E. 17th Street
Cleveland, Ohio 44114

4. Western Union or Bank transfer.

5. You can send a PayPal transfer of $99.95 to
teds@cie-wc.edu.

6. You can fax your order to us at 216-781-0331.

Foreign shipping will be higher. (This course is in stock.)

Start your photovoltaic training today and begin a new career!