Additional Trainings in Mesa, AZ on February, 2010
Several additional training options are available to AEE Solar Dealer Conference attendees.
SEI Training Workshops - AEE Solar will host 2 Solar Energy International (SEI) training workshops in Mesa – a Beginner Grid-Tie PV class before and an Advanced PV class after the dealer conference. Both are 5 days long and offer valuable hands-on education. Another Beginner Grid-Tie PV class will be 6 days long and will take place in Tucson immediately following the conference. Completion of these SEI courses fulfills the education requirement for NABCEP certification.
Andy Black Sales and Marketing Training - Andy Black will conduct his very popular one day Solar Sales and Marketing course on Feb 16, and his Economics of Solar: Making the Financial Case course on Feb 21.
Southwest Windpower Training - Southwest Windpower will offer its popular Skystream Wind Generator training class on Feb 13-17. This is the first wind generator intended for grid-tie applications. Students will learn sales, siting, and installation skills.
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February 11-15, 2010, 9 AM - 5 PM each day - register now
PV101 – Solar Electric Fundamentals and Grid-Direct Design
Beginner CourseLearn how to design a complete solar electric (photovoltaic) power system in this 5-day hands-on class. Gain technical skills and a strong foundation in PV design and safe installation of solar-electric systems. Learn system sizing, site analysis, hardware specification, and component selection of both off-grid and grid-tie systems.
SEI's PV Design course is accredited by the Institute of Sustainable Power (ISP) and helps fulfill one of the requirements for national photovoltaic certification. By receiving a Certificate of Completion in this course, you qualify to take the NABCEP PV entry level Certificate of Knowledge exam. See the NABCEP website for more information.
Topics:
• PV overview and system types (direct PV, off-grid, grid-tie, grid-tie with battery backup)
• Basics of electricity
• PV fundamentals
• Basic system components
• Site analysis
• Design and installation of a grid-tie PV system
• NEC code issues
• Electrical wiring
• Safety
• System operation
• Maintenance procedures
• PLUS: 1 full-day hands-on PV system installation training workshopFee: $995
Note: Registration is limited to 28 dealers, so be sure to register early!
Location:
Courtyard Phoenix Mesa
1221 South Westwood
Mesa, Arizona 85210 USA
Toll-free: (800) 309-8203
Phone: (480) 461-3000
Fax: (480) 461-0179
Reservations: (480) 629-1214The Courtyard is offering a special rate of $109 per night. If you would like to stay at the Courtyard, please contact the them at (480) 461-3000 and ask for the AEE Solar room rate.
The Courtyard hotel plus others, with complete contact information, are shown on this hotel map.
If you're staying for the AEE Solar Dealer Conference and need to extend your stay at the Courtyard for longer than just the SEI training period, please contact Forrest directly to book: (480) 629-1214
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February 22-27, 2010, 9 AM - 5 PM each day - register now
PV101 – Solar Electric Fundamentals and Grid-Direct Design
Beginner CourseLearn how to design a complete solar electric (photovoltaic) power system in this 5-day hands-on class. Gain technical skills and a strong foundation in PV design and safe installation of solar-electric systems. Learn system sizing, site analysis, hardware specification, and component selection of both off-grid and grid-tie systems.
SEI's PV Design course is accredited by the Institute of Sustainable Power (ISP) and helps fulfill one of the requirements for national photovoltaic certification. By receiving a Certificate of Completion in this course, you qualify to take the NABCEP PV entry level Certificate of Knowledge exam. See the NABCEP website for more information.
Topics:
• PV overview and system types (direct PV, off-grid, grid-tie, grid-tie with battery backup)
• Basics of electricity
• PV fundamentals
• Basic system components
• Site analysis
• Design and installation of a grid-tie PV system
• NEC code issues
• Electrical wiring
• Safety
• System operation
• Maintenance procedures
• PLUS: 2 full-days hands-on PV system installation training workshopFee: $1195
Location:
Town of Oro Valley
Administration Building
11000 North La Caņada Drive
Oro Valley, Arizona 85737For more information or to register click here.
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Designed to follow SEI's beginner trainings with the next level of design criteria and also maintenance issues and troubleshooting skills. This course heavily emphasizes the United States National Electrical Code as applied to PV systems, and is especially useful for people who currently work in or plan to be employed in the PV industry.
SEI's Advanced PV Course is accredited by the Institute of Sustainable Power (ISP) and will fulfill the education requirement for Category B to take the PV NABCEP certification exam. See the NABCEP website for more information.
Topics:
• National Electrical Code Compliancy with attention to Article 690
• Inter-row shading
• Lag bolt integrity and mounting techniques
• Subpanel ratings
• Temperature effects of voltage
• Battery charging
• Battery sizing
• Battery maintenance
• Labeling PV system
• Ground fault protection
• Series fusing
• In-depth wire sizing
• Adequate working spaces
• System sizing
• Hybrid systemsRequirements: You must be a graduate of an SEI beginner course, either hands-on or online, before you can take the Advanced PV course, unless you get special permission from the SEI instructor. (If you are uncertain whether the SEI class you took qualifies, please .) And, of course, you must be an authorized AEE Solar dealer.
Fee: $995
Note: Registration is limited to 56 dealers, total, for the two Advanced classes, so be sure to register early!
Location:
Courtyard Phoenix Mesa
1221 South Westwood
Mesa, Arizona 85210 USA
Toll-free: (800) 309-8203
Phone: (480) 461-3000
Fax: (480) 461-0179
Reservations: (480) 629-1214The Courtyard is offering a special rate of $109 per night. If you would like to stay at the Courtyard, please contact the them at (480) 461-3000 and ask for the AEE Solar room rate.
The Courtyard hotel plus others, with complete contact information, are shown on this hotel map.
If you're staying for the AEE Solar Dealer Conference and need to extend your stay at the Courtyard for longer than just the SEI training period, please contact Forrest directly to book: (480) 629-1214
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Andy Black, an SEI instructor and founder of OnGrid Solar, is widely recognized as an expert and innovator in the development of software for demonstrating payback for solar systems. In this intensive workshop for both solar sales people and sales management/owners, Andy Black will share his secrets for setting up a solid and effective sales team, then generating tons of leads for and with them. The strategic insights you'll glean from this course will save and/or earn you thousands in avoided mistakes and increased sales. More info on the SEI site.
Fee: $275 each course
Location:
Hilton Phoenix East/Mesa
1011 West Holmes Avenue
Mesa, AZ 85210
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Andy Black, an SEI instructor and founder of OnGrid Solar, is widely recognized as an expert and innovator in the development of software for demonstrating payback for solar systems. Most customers know that solar electric is a good environmental choice, but few are aware that it can also be a remarkably sound investment. This rigorous interactive workshop is designed to help dealers, installers, and salespeople understand and make the most accurate and compelling financial case possible for the value of PV systems. The class is focused on residential systems, tax rules, incentives, and examples and serves as a prerequisite to the Commercial Solar Economics & Financing class. Examples will cover many states, but emphasis will be on the local region. More info on the SEI site.
Fee: $275 each course
Location:
Hilton Phoenix East/Mesa
1011 West Holmes Avenue
Mesa, AZ 85210
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February 13-17, 2010 or February 16-17, 2010 - register now
Southwest Windpower Skystream Wind Generator trainingSouthwest Windpower is presenting two training options to meet the needs of both new dealers and experienced (previously trained) dealers.
Option 1: New Dealers
This is a complete Skystream dealer training course, covering all aspects of wind generator sales, installation and service. The course includes substantial technical information on site selection, tower selection and installation, Skystream troubleshooting and repair, and communication. One day of the course is held outside, at which time students will assemble and raise a Skystream on a tilt-up tower (using the Skylevel system). The combination of classroom training, hands-on exercises, and field experience is intended to provide dealers with all the information needed to successfully bid, sell, site, install and support wind energy.
Topics:
• Site selection and wind theory
• How to bid and sell wind energy systems
• Pre-installation requirements, such as permitting and wire sizing and foundation considerations
• Tower options, selection and installation
• Skystream installation in both grid-connected and off-grid, or battery backup, configurations
• Skystream troubleshooting, diagnostics and servicing
• Use of Skyview communications software and Skylevel tower leveling device.Schedule:
• Saturday - 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Sunday - Tuesday – 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
• Wednesday - 8:30 AM to 1:00 PMFee: $500
Option 2: Existing Dealers
This is the siting and technical service (troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair) portion of the training. This update class is a requirement for dealer re-certification.
Requirements: You must have previously completed a 2.5-day Dealer Training Seminar presented by Southwest Windpower.
Schedule:
• Tuesday - 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
• Wednesday - 8:30 AM to 1:00 PMFee: $250
Lodging is not included in the course fees. Lodging is available at the Hilton by contacting their reservations director Kimberly Hamilton directly at (480) 844-6029. Or you can lodge at a number of nearby hotels.
Location:
Hilton Phoenix East/Mesa
1011 West Holmes Avenue
Mesa, AZ 85210
(480) 833-5555