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PV301L: Solar Training - Solar Electric Lab Week (Battery-Based)

Paonia, CO, United States
May 12, 2025 - May 16, 2025
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Summary

The PV301L: Solar Training - Solar Electric Lab Week (Battery-Based) is a hands-on workshop designed for individuals looking to safely install, test, and commission battery-based photovoltaic systems. This five-day course will take place in Paonia, CO, from May 12 to May 16, 2025, and is organized by Solar Energy International (SEI).

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Location
Paonia, CO, United States
Date
May 12th, 2025 - May 16th, 2025
Type
In Person
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Overview

The PV301L workshop offers an immersive experience in battery-based photovoltaic systems, focusing on both stand-alone and grid-tied systems with battery backup. Participants will engage in practical lab sessions that cover essential topics such as battery safety, wiring, and maintenance. The course emphasizes hands-on learning, allowing students to wire balance of system components, including combiner boxes, disconnects, power centers, controllers, battery banks, and inverters.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion, students will be able to:

  • Identify and describe the basic functions of each component in a PV system.

  • Calculate the capacity and voltage of different batteries.

  • Demonstrate safe procedures for connecting and disconnecting batteries.

  • Wire and test charge controllers through various stages of operation.

  • Establish safe working environments during installation and commissioning.

Prerequisites

To enroll in the PV301L course, participants must complete prerequisite courses such as PV101 or PVOL101, PV203 or PVOL203, or possess equivalent experience and pass a placement quiz. NABCEP certification is also accepted as a prerequisite.

Tuition and Logistics

The tuition for this five-day workshop is $1,845. Students will receive a course notebook containing all necessary materials, and are advised to bring work clothes suitable for outdoor conditions. SEI provides hard hats and safety glasses for lab activities. For more information on lodging and local logistics, visit the SEI website.

For further details and to register, visit the official course page.


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Onye Dike is a Sustainability Research Analyst at Net Zero Compare, where he contributes to research and analysis on environmental regulations, carbon accounting, and emerging sustainability trends.