Partnership with Independent Electrical Contractors

NABCEP Entry Level Certification Prep Course

This NABCEP Entry Level Certificate of Knowledge prep course is offered in partnership with the Independent Electrical Contractors (IECChesapeake). This intensive three-day course is designed to prepare individuals with basic electrical knowledge and general understanding of photovoltaics in preparation for the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) Entry Level Certificate of Knowledge exam. The class will cover the Task Analysis as provided by NABCEP during the first two days, and will conclude with a review session and the Entry Level examination on the third day. The Certification will be granted to those who successfully participate in the course and pass the exam. Class information will be compact and fast paced. You will be assigned material from the supplied textbook to review prior to the start of the class. Topics to be reviewed are intended to familiarize participants with fundamental photovoltaic terminology and concepts. The class time will be used to review the previously assigned material and introduce additional material. Limited enrollment. Register immediately. Registration deadline is Friday, September 11.

Prerequisites: Should have an understanding of general electrical terms and concepts (voltage, amperage, difference between power and energy), ability to describe the use of a digital multi-meter, ability to calculate simple circuit calculations, and describe general safety procedures when working with electric systems.

Lower Bucks Campus
$1,250 (25% discount for IEC Members, Educators & Building Inspectors) (includes lunch, test fees and materials)/
WTMCO 0305 C50/ F & Sa, 10/2-10/3, 8 am-5 pm, & Su, 10/4, 8 am-2 pm

PV Systems & the NEC

This seven-hour one day course will cover the National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements for designing and installing PV systems. A basic knowledge of the NEC is required since Code basics will not be addressed. Conductor selection, ampacity calculations and overcurrent devices and disconnects will be covered. How to do it correctly and what not to do are items on the agenda. The focus will be on utility-interactive systems. Electricians, electrical inspectors and PV installers should attend. Pending approval, eligible PV installers will receive six hours of North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) continuing education credits for this course.

Prerequisites: Basic understanding of NEC basics.

Lower Bucks Campus
$120 (25% for discount IEC Members, Educators & Building Inspectors) (includes lunch, test fees and materials)/
WTMCO 0306 C50/ Th, 11/5, 8 am–4:30 pm
Approved Hours: 7 (NABCEP Approval Pending)