Solar Photovoltaic Technology

Program Location
Pulaski Campus - 1233 East College St. - Pulaski, TN 38478 - (931) 424-4014
Northfield Instructional Service Center - 100 Saturn Parkway - Spring Hill, TN

Program Schedule
Monday - Friday
8:00 AM - 2:30 PM

The solar training program mission concentrates on basics of understanding and installing code compliant solar energy systems. The program is beneficial to people who currently work in or want to be employed in the green renewable energy industry. Student technicians will learn the practical theory, design criteria, installation guidelines, safety issues and maintenance principles of photovoltaic solar systems. The electrical power used to meed our daily needs and activities is still primarily generated from fossil fuels. This kind of power generation pollutes the environment. Moreover, fossil fuels are finite and once used are gone forever. For this reason alone, alternative forms of renewable power generation provide a more intelligient solution to powering our lives. Photovoltaic systems provide energy to meet our needs without contributing to the greenhouse effect. Solar power installation on homes and businesses are capable of producing clean energy and is considered to be one of several ultimate solutions for our future.

Solar Photovoltaic Apprentice 432 Hrs.
   
First Trimester  
Orientation 6 Hrs.
Technology Foundations 10 Hrs.
OSHA and Safety 24 Hrs.
Math Review 60 Hrs.
Tools (Safety & Instruction) 12 Hrs.
Electrical Theory 36 Hrs.
The National Electrical Code (NEC 2008) 60 Hrs.
Hands-On Construction Projects 30 Hrs.
Multi-Meters 12 Hrs.
Class Projects (PV System Basics) 96 Hrs.
PV Basics 23 Hrs.
Photovoltaic Hardware and Material 21 Hrs.
Residential Wiring Basics 42 Hrs.
Solar Photovoltaic Installer 864 Hrs.
   
Second Trimester  
Class Project 30 Hrs.
Installing Subsystems & Components at the Site 30 Hrs.
Solar Construction Projects 36 Hrs.
National Electrical Code (2008) 60 Hrs.
Class Project for Correct Wiring Procedures 68 Hrs.
Residential Wiring Basics 42 Hrs.
Inverters 30 Hrs.
Conduit--Bending and NEC 36 Hrs.
Proper Wiring & Install Procedures for PV Systems 100 Hrs.
Solar Photovoltaic Technician & Installer Diploma 1296 Hrs.
   
Third Trimester  
Site Survey & Preplanning 60 Hrs.
Mechanical Integration 66 Hrs.
Electrical Integration 66 Hrs.
Permitting & Inspection 66 Hrs.
System Design 21 Hrs.
Solar Analysis, Job Site Analysis 21 Hrs.
Class Project 33 Hrs.
Review Course Information 27 Hrs.
Internship 60 Hrs.
Final 12 Hrs.

For More Information Please Contact:
Student Services Department
931-424-4014

EEO/ADA/AA

Accredited Member
Commission of the Council on
Occupational Education
7840 Roswell Road, Building 300, Suite 325
Atlanta, GA 30350
Phone (770) 396-3898 or (800) 917-2081

 

 

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51-2022.00
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The Tennessee Technology Center at Pulaski does not offer a student loan program.

The Tennessee Technology Center at Pulaski does not offer a student loan program.

0% (new program-no graduates) of graduates from this program, who began their studies in 2009-2010, completed it within 12 months.

The Tennessee Technology Center at Pulaski's completion rates are based on the 2010 Completion, Placement, and Licensure Report.  The report is submitted annually to the Council on Occupational Education for continued accreditation.

0% (new program-no graduates)
Council on Occupational Education

The Tennessee Technology Center at Pulaski's placement rates are based on the 2010 Completion, Placement, and Licensure Report.  The report is submitted annually to the Council on Occupational Education for continued accreditation.

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