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Solar Energy for Engineers, Architects and Code Inspectors

University at Buffalo

This specialization offers an in-depth exploration of solar photovoltaics (PV) and solar system design, providing a solid foundation for professionals and individuals interested in the renewable energy field. The course is tailored for engineers, HVAC installers, architects, and building code inspectors, as well as anyone considering a career in solar power.

The Solar Energy for Engineers, Architects and Code Inspectors course comprises three modules:

  1. Solar Energy Systems Overview: This module delves into the value of solar energy compared to other alternatives, explains the technical and economic workings of PV systems, and estimates solar system costs.
  2. Solar Energy and Electrical System Design: Participants will analyze the advantages and disadvantages of various PV systems, evaluate system requirements, and identify key design considerations and planning tools.
  3. Solar Energy Codes, Permitting and Zoning: This module covers essential building codes for PV systems, the site inspection process, and considerations for code and zoning rules, as well as key design elements and inspection points.

Gain foundational knowledge and skills to recognize the elements of a well-designed PV system, describe types of PV systems, analyze system and project requirements, and identify national, state, and local requirements for solar PV systems.

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Solar Energy for Engineers, Architects and Code Inspectors
Course Modules

The Solar Energy for Engineers, Architects and Code Inspectors course comprises three modules: Solar Energy Systems Overview, Solar Energy and Electrical System Design, and Solar Energy Codes, Permitting and Zoning.

Solar Energy Systems Overview

Dive into the value of solar energy compared to other alternatives, understand the technical and economic workings of PV systems, and estimate solar system costs in the Solar Energy Systems Overview module.

Solar Energy and Electrical System Design

Analyze the advantages and disadvantages of various PV systems, evaluate system requirements, and identify key design considerations and planning tools in the Solar Energy and Electrical System Design module.

Solar Energy Codes, Permitting and Zoning

Explore essential building codes for PV systems, the site inspection process, considerations for code and zoning rules, as well as key design elements and inspection points in the Solar Energy Codes, Permitting and Zoning module.

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