Solar Battery Storage Installation and Maintenance Certificate of Completion
Program Overview
This certificate program provides a comprehensive overview of electric energy storage technologies, benefits, and applications. It covers residential solar surveying and planning, solar installation and maintenance, financial aspects of solar energy, and an introduction to energy storage. Graduates are prepared for careers in the advanced energy industry, including roles as site planning technicians, solar sales advisors, and energy storage system designers.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
This certificate provides a broad overview of electric energy storage technologies, benefits, economics, California policies, and a discussion of energy storage in microgrid systems. This course addresses students considering a career in the advanced energy industry or who want to know how energy storage fits into the energy and solar industry. Students will be prepared to work as site planning technicians or solar sales advisors.
Outline:
Module 1: Residential Solar Surveying & Planning
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- Introduces the basics of solar energy, including photovoltaic systems and energy storage.
- Covers site assessment, system design, and permitting for residential solar installations
- Provides hands-on experience with solar site surveying equipment and design software.
Module 2: Residential Solar Surveying & Planning
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- Continues to explore solar energy concepts, focusing on system installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
- Covers electrical safety, code compliance, and industry best practices for solar installations.
- Provides opportunities for students to practice solar installation techniques in a simulated environment.
Module 3: Residential Solar Surveying & Planning
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- Examines the financial aspects of solar energy, including cost-benefit analysis, financing options, and government incentives.
- Covers marketing and sales techniques for solar products and services.
- Provides students with the knowledge and skills to effectively promote and sell solar energy solutions.
Module 4: Introduction to Energy Storage
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- Provides an overview of energy storage technologies, including batteries, flywheels, and pumped hydro storage.
- Covers the principles of energy storage, system design, and applications in various industries.
- Discusses the role of energy storage in grid modernization, renewable energy integration, and microgrid systems.
Careers:
This certificate prepares students to work in the advanced energy industry, specifically in the solar and energy storage sectors. Graduates may pursue careers as:
- Site planning technicians
- Solar sales advisors
- Energy storage system designers
- Microgrid project managers
- Energy policy analysts
College of the Desert
Overview:
College of the Desert (COD) is a community college located in Palm Desert, California. It serves the Coachella Valley and surrounding areas, offering a wide range of academic programs and student services.
Services Offered:
COD provides a comprehensive set of services for its students, including:
Admissions:
Assisting students with the application process and providing guidance on eligibility requirements.Financial Aid:
Offering various financial aid options to help students afford their education.Library:
Providing access to a vast collection of resources, including books, journals, and online databases.Student Services:
Offering support services such as counseling, tutoring, career services, and disability support.Academic Programs:
Providing a diverse selection of academic programs leading to associate degrees, certificates, and transfer options to four-year universities.Other:
COD has multiple off-campus locations throughout the Coachella Valley, including Coachella, Desert Hot Springs, Indio, Mecca/Thermal, Palm Springs, and other West Valley locations. The college also has a strong focus on community engagement and offers various programs and services to support the local community.
