ELTR 2605 - Photovoltaic Fundamentals & Applications

Institution:

Central New Mexico Community College

Subject:

Description:

Photovoltaic (PV) is electrical energy from the sun. This course is an introduction to the fundamentals associated with Photovoltaic systems. Topics cover PV market analysis, the solar resource, electrical PV principles, solar module fundamentals, system components, types of systems, site assessment, system applications, energy production analysis, and best practice code compliant practices including mounting, wiring, and interconnecting systems to the utility. Anyone interested in knowing more about the solar industry or anyone working in fields associated with solar energy will benefit from this course.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Reading and Writing Skills 1

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

60 Theory Hours

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.cnm.edu

Phone Number:

(505) 224-3000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Trimester

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