Solar PV Training

Solar panels sit on the roof of LLCC-Jacksonville.
At a Glance

Interested in solar energy for your home or business? Thinking of joining the solar workforce? LLCC offers these educational opportunities to those interested in renewable energy training.

Introduction to Solar Photovoltaics

This online course teaches the basics of solar electricity. Participants will learn how photovoltaic (PV) systems work, compare and contrast different PV system types, identify necessary components and understand the best applications for (and limitations of) each system type. Other topics include evaluating the solar window, investigating energy efficiency recommendations and researching system costs.

Upcoming classes: TBD

This online course offers exercises and activities to demonstrate how to perform a PV site assessment for a home or small business using the PV Site Assessment Report Template.

Topics covered include load profiles and consumption history, energy efficiency and fuel switching opportunities, site-specific shade analysis, array and balance of system location recommendations parameters, and client financing options. Participants will learn how to access and use online tools for assessing the solar resource, perform site-specific PV system sizing, determine energy production of a recommended PV system size, estimate system cost and evaluate existing infrastructure on the site.

Prerequisite: Introduction to Solar Photovoltaics or instructor permission

Upcoming classes: TBD