Program Overview

Learn to design, install, maintain, submit permits for, and repair solar PV systems. Utilizing cutting-edge simulation software.

The Solar Installer Certificate provides a basic introduction to Solar photovoltaic (PV) and renewable energy field, focusing on the practical applications of the practical aspects of sizing and installing solar PV systems.

The Solar Energy Technician Certificate provides a more advanced presentation of Solar photovoltaic (PV) and renewable energy field. The program combines technical and skills training in areas such as safety protocols, electrical and electronics knowledge, system components and sizing, performance analysis, maintenance and troubleshooting techniques.

Why student Choose This Program

• Practical hands-on training with cutting-edge simulation software
• Start anytime and study at your own pace, at home or at work
• Extended student support hours with live help
• Certificates that make a difference
• Flexible and affordable tuition fees

Areas of Study

• Solar Installer and Solar Energy
• Learn AC/DC circuits, voltage regulation, grounding, wiring standards & power electronics covering inverters, MPPT controllers & DC-DC converters.
• Basics of safety when working with solar PV systems.
• Understand grid-tied, off-grid & hybrid systems using inverters, hybrid inverters, charge controllers, PV modules & transfer switches.
• Hands-on learning with CircuitLogix simulation software bridges the gap between theoretical and practical usage.

Solar Energy

• Explore lithium-ion, BMS, charge/discharge cycles & energy storage integration across applications.
• Understand SCADA, real-time monitoring, data acquisition & remote control for optimizing solar farms.
• Interpret schematics, learn NEC/CEC codes & solar installation permits.

Program Costs

George Brown Polytechnic offers you a number of easy registration options, to make it convenient and affordable for you to register in the Certificate programs. You can register for the program in full, or if you prefer, you can pay module-by-module with our pay-as-you-learn option or just purchase the curriculum material on its own.  Our pay-as-you-learn option gives you the ability to begin the program after paying a portion of the cost, and as you work your way through the program you will pay for your next module as you access it.  If you are on a budget, this can be a great way to get started on or continue your education without a huge up-front investment.

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Career Opportunities

Depending on the industry and specific role, technicians have a wide variety of career paths and job roles.

• PV Installer
• Installation site supervisor
• Service technician
• Maintenance technical
• Solar site assessor
• Designer (such as PV System Engineer)
• Engineers
• Sales (Solar and PV sales Associates)

FAQ

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Contact Us

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