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Solar Photovoltaics for the New Energy Economy

When: Monday, August 30th through Friday, September 3rd, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Testing will take place on Central Campus on September 11th.
 
Where: CPCC Central Campus, Pease Building, Room 080. See link for map - Building is listed as "LX" Access only from Pease Lane. Click here for map.

Registration fee: $749
 
To register: Call 704.330.4223
 
Position your business to profit from the growing demand for clean sources of energy. Central Piedmont Community College’s Center for Sustainability invites you to learn more about the business of photovoltaics by attending "Solar Photovoltaics for the New Energy Economy".
 
Intended for individuals who understand the basics of electricity and electric generation, this class will focus on detailed functionality of photovoltaic (PV) system components, and all common PV systems from straight water pumping to stand alone battery based systems, and grid tie PV with and without batteries.
 
Students  will be able to design  and size these systems, and see what is involved with interconnection to the utility.
 
Central Piedmont Community College is now one of two NABCEP testing locations in North Carolina

Textbook:  "Photovoltaics Design and Installation Manual" by Solar Energy International

NOTE: It is strongly advised that students taking this course have solid electrical knowledge and experience.

About the Instructors:

Erik Lensch – As President of Argand Energy Solutions, Mr. Lensch manages the day to day functions of the company, and is responsible for the development and financial aspects of solar installation projects. He has  completed the Renewable Energy Technologies: Photovoltaic Track at  North Carolina State University, and is a certified SMA-Sunny Boy  Installer. His company is based in Charlotte, NC.

Chris Salmon – As Head of Installations and Co-founder of Argand Energy, Chris has been an electrician for over 20 years, and holds the NABCEP certification for photovoltaic and solar thermal installations; NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer® NABCEP Certified Solar Thermal Installer™. He is a licensed Master Electrician and a certified  SMAAmerica Sunny Boy Installer.

For more information: 704-330-6756

To Register: 704-330-4223

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