Ocean County College Summer 2011 Photovoltaics 101 is running twice....

SPRING SEMESTER, JANUARY 2011
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Solar Modules 101
A basic overview of the production process of modules in the manufacturing
stage will be demonstrated with illustration modules according to their
specifications including watts, silicon quality, efficiency and others. Other areas
will include the process of choosing a module in the development stage and
the sizing of the modular array on an actual 3 line electrical drawing illustrating
string sizing. A special lab section will provide ample opportunity to explore
different free software programs on the web. We will work outside with the
Solmetric SunEye™ radiation devices for correct and efficient sighting of the
modular array. Cost: $119
CEEN 125-01 CSP Jan 20-Jan 21 2 Sessions Th,F 5:30-9:30pm
Instructor: Joseph Rullo
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GREEN JOBS NEW Sunny Boy™ Residential
Residential & Commercial Inverters 101
Gain a basic understanding of Sunny Boy residential and commercial inverters and
their interaction with the utility grid. Topics include US utility transformer integration,
SMA CD disconnect, components of grid-tied PV systems, residential grid-tied
battery backup basics using Sunny Boy™ inverters and inverter safeguards per
UL1741. Also covered are installation requirements based on the National Electrical
Code (NEC) and safe installation practices for working with high voltages. System
design and installation string sizing using Sunny Design, installation, grounding,
troubleshooting common AC and DC error messages. PV ground fault detection
and commissioning and code compliance will be covered. Cost: $189
CEEN 128-01 CSP Jan 22-Jan 23 2 Sessions Sa,Su 11:00am-6:30pm
Instructor: Joseph Rullo ½ hr break on own
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Photovoltaics 101
This course provides necessary trade information for individuals who want to
expand an existing contracting/engineering business, start a new business in
the field of Photovoltaics or are just interested. Learn through a combination of
power point presentation, visual aids using video and pictures of a state-of-the-art
Photovoltaics installation. The design and installation, sizing with design methods
and practical experience with actual tools of the trade, such as the Solmetric
SunEye™ Shade Measuring tool and AC/DC meters will be covered. There will
be a brief overview of commercial and industrial Photovoltaics installations. The
provided case studies, illustrating a grid-tied Photovoltaics installation, will use
the National Code and OSHA safety standards. This course does not provide a
national certification or license of any kind. 4.0 CEU Cost: $495
CEIS 329-01 CSP Jan 24-Jan 29 5 Sessions M-F 9:30am-5:00pm
1 Session Sa 11:00am-4:30pm
Instructor: Joseph Rullo, Energy Star Partner approved, DOE,IPP ½ hr lunch on own
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Solmetric SunEye™
The Solmetric SunEye™ is an invaluable tool for the professional solar installer,
saving time and money and helping to design the highest performance systems.
This hands-on course provides complete solar access and shade analysis using a
integrated powerful hand-held tool. The following are some of the uses: solar panel
system design and installation, passive solar house design, green architecture,
landscape design & architecture, home and property inspection. Cost: $59
CEEN 118-01 CSP Jan 31 1 Session M 5:30-9:30pm
Instructor: Joseph Rullo
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Green Collar Jobs in the Renewable
Solar Energy Economy
An introduction to available solar energy jobs such as customer service reps,
sales reps, energy auditors, marketing reps, site assessors, AutoCAD designers,
purchasing directors, residential and commercial PV panel installers, roof
penetration experts, instructors and education outreach, green educated trainers
for existing staff and new hires, data entry, and software designers. All aspects
will be covered related to employment. Cost: $49
CEIS 327-01 CFA Oct 9 1 Session Sa 3:30-6:30pm
Instructor: Joseph Rullo
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How to Create Your Own Power with the Sun & Wind
Using Photovoltaics, this course will show you how Solar Renewable Power works
in process with several applications such as demonstration, how to develop a
project from seed, the process to begin your installation, the professional needed
and the components required, the financial incentives to make it affordable, and
the completion process and its long term benefits. Cost: $29
CEEN 111-01 CFA Sep 14 1 Session Tu 4-6pm
Instructor: Joseph Rullo
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Solar Heat Panels
This is an extensive overview of how this technology works, as well as the
components of the system. General contractors and solar contractors are welcome.
This course will not provide a certificate for anything other than recognition of a
basic understanding of the process of solar heat panel technology. Cost: $29
CEEN 113-01 CFA Sep 14 1 Session Tu 6:30-8:30pm
Instructor: Joseph Rullo
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NEW Sunny Boy™ Residential Inverters 101
This course offers a basic understanding of Sunny Boy inverters and their
interaction with the utility grid. Topics include Sunny Boy product knowledge, US
utility transformer integration, SMA CD disconnect, components of grid-tied PV
systems, residential grid-tied battery backup basics using Sunny Boy inverters
and inverter safeguards per UL1741. Also covered are installation requirements
based on the National Electrical Code (NEC) and safe installation practices for
working with high voltages. Cost: $119
CEEN 119-01 CFA Sep 11 1 Session Sa 11am-7:30pm
Instructor: Joseph Rullo ½ hour break on own
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NEW Sunny Boy™ Commercial Inverters 101
Learn the basic understanding of the grid-tied components and functionality of
Sunny Boy™ inverters and Sunny Tower in 3-phase commercial applications. This
course also covers commercial applications and commercial-scale string sizing,
installation code compliance, best practices and commissioning. Overview Grid
Tied Photovoltaic Systems in 3-Phase Applications Principles of 3-phase power
generation and distribution, inverter operation on 3-phase transformers AC and
DC components including combiner boxes and disconnects. System Design and
Installation String sizing using Sunny Design, installation best practices, grounding,
troubleshooting common AC & DC error messages, PV ground fault detection and
commissioning and code compliance will be covered. Cost: $119
CEEN 120-01 CFA Sep 18 1 Session Sa 11am-7:30pm
Instructor: Joseph Rullo ½ hour break on own
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NEW Solar Module 101
This course will cover a variety of different solar module manufacturers in
the industry. A basic overview of the production process of modules in the
manufacturing stage will be demonstrated with illustration modules according
to their specifications including Watts, Silicon Quality, efficiency and others.
Other areas will include the process of choosing a module in the development
stage and the sizing of the modular array on an actual 3 line electrical drawing
illustrating string sizing. A special lab section will provide ample opportunity to
explore different free software programs on the web. We will work outside with
the Solmetric Eye and sun radiation devices for correct and efficient sighting of
the modular array. Cost: $119
CEEN 125-01 CFA Sep 16 1 Session Th 11am-7:30pm
Instructor: Joseph Rullo ½ hour break on own
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NEW Photovoltaics 101
This course provides necessary trade information with practical experience for
individuals, but not limited to those who seek employment, who want to expand
an existing contracting/engineering business or start a new business in the field
of Photovoltaics. Students will learn through a unique combination of power
point presentation, visual aids using video and pictures of a state of the art local
Photovoltaic installation. The design and installation, sizing with design methods
and practical experience with actual tools of the trade, such as the Solmetric
Sunny Eye Shade Measuring tool and AC/DC meters will be covered. There will
be a brief overview of commercial and industrial photovoltaic installations. The
provided case studies illustrating a grid-tied photovoltaic installation will use the
National Code and OSHA safety standards. This is not a national certification or
license of any kind. 4.0 CEU Cost: $495
CEIS 329-01 CFA Sep 20-Sep 25 5 Sessions M-F 11am-6:30pm
1 Session Sa 12-5:30pm
½ hour break on own
Instructor: Joseph Rullo, Energy Star Partner approved, DOE, IPP
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NEW Energy Star Bench Marking
The EPA offers a proven strategy for superior energy management with tools
and resources to help each step of the way. Based on the successful practices
of ENERGY STAR partners, these guidelines for energy management can assist
your organization in improving its energy and financial performance while
distinguishing your organization as an environmental leader. Cost: $59
CEEN 121-01 CFA Oct 2 1 Session Sa 12-4pm
Instructor: Joseph Rullo, Energy Star Partner approved, DOE, IPP
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NEW Energy Star CFO Calculator & Cost of Delay
A presentation of the Cash Flow Opportunity (CFO) calculator will demonstrate
the Cost of Delay of not saving with energy retrofits and renewable energy
projects. A majority of industries look at return on investment or out of pocket
rather than how much saving with interest occur from day one on renewable
energy projects. This course is ideal for building owners as well as salesman and/
or businessman in order to utilize this as a sales tool in consumer presentation in
selling their projects. Examples of projects that yield immediate cost savings and
demonstrations of how savings can be utilized in other sectors will be provided.
Case studies of actual energy projects as well as projects estimates from students
will be provided. Cost: $39
CEEN 122-01 CFA Oct 2 1 Session Sa 4:30-6:30pm
Instructor: Joseph Rullo, Energy Star Partner Approved DOE, IPP
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NEW Introduction to Energy Auditing
for Commercial 101
This introductory course is for individuals who manage or own a commercial
building either in the private or public sector and wants to increase energy
efficiency, reduce their energy consumption, and accomplish the overall goal
of cost savings. The Energy Star Program with the Department of Energy USA
provides software to Energy Star Partners as well as energy saving campaigns
that will be covered in this course. Building owners and managers are welcome to
bring in their 12 most recent energy bills that can be used as examples or provide
questions that stimulate practical applications in class. Examples of Energy Audits
performed on local private and public buildings with data and illustrations will be
reviewed. Cost: $84
CEEN 123-01 CFA Oct 6 1 Session W 11am-5pm
Instructor: Joseph Rullo, Energy Star Partner, DOE, IPP
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NEW Solar Hot Water
This course is an overview of the process of solar hot water, as well as the
components of the system and how it works. Plumbers are welcome as well as
business owners or residential homeowners. This course is not hands-on nor will
any certificate be presented other than an acknowledgement of the overview of
how solar hot water works. Cost: $49
CEEN 112-01 CFA Oct 9 1 Session Sa 12-3pm
Instructor: Joseph Rullo
NEW Basic Overview of Power Purchase Agreements
& Financing for Renewable Energy Projects
This course will define basic options for financing public or private renewable
energy projects for both commercial and residential installations. Examine actual
projects that use financing. This will outline who is qualified for a particular type
of financing as well as the roles of the ESCO (service provider) and the end user
(client). Identify the type of financing that will be best for the project owner’s use.
This course does not require a financial background. Cost: $59
CEEN 124-01 CFA Oct 16 1 Session Sa 1-5pm
Instructor: Joseph Rullo, Energy Star Partner, DOE, IPP
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NEW Solmetric SunEye™
The Solmetric SunEye™ is an invaluable tool for the professional solar installer,
saving time and money. This course is hands-on which provides complete solar
access and shade analysis in an integrated powerful hand-held tool. The following
are some of the uses, solar panel system design and installation, passive solar
house design and green architecture, landscape design and landscape architecture
and home and property inspection. Cost: $59
CEEN 118-01 CFA Oct 17 1 Session Su 1-5pm
Instructor: Joseph Rullo

Knowledge Quiz for 1/31/2011

1. What is the maximum voltage of standard inverters?

2. What is MPP?

3. What is the IV curve?

4. What components of solar system are dependant on MPP and IV curve?

5. Differentiate between ambient temperature, solar radiance, kW, deration, and azimuth?

6. What time is solar noon?

7. What is 1000 M square?

8. What is the minimum voltage of inverter?

9. What is minimum voltage of solar panel?

10. What is a built in diode and how does it work?

11. What are the two cities in NJ used for solar radiance numbers?

12. What is one inverter parameter used for the solar build document with NJ Clean Energy?

13. What is the difference between NJ and Florida with solar?

14. What are the benefits of a state participating with RPS standards platform?

15. Who oversees the SREC program once end user is online?

16. What is the unit of the SREC?

17. What is the new type of inverter technology on the DC side?

18. What is the single most important element for the photovoltaic system in RPS and non RPS states?

19. Name three loads with their applicable W value?

20. What is the basic mechanical process of a standard residential HVAC system? Where are the motors? What is the need for electricity for a gas or oil furnace?

Photovoltaic 101 class,

Let me know if you are game to meet at the college for an evening session if the school opens for the night shift. It is still to be determined. We could try to get infive hours so we can then just add the hours to friday and saturday. Below is the quiz. Email me with answers and your phone number. Keep posted for opening of school for evening at the site.

1. What is the effect of ambient temperature on inverter and panels?

2. What is more effected by ambient temperature?

3. Which is more affected by ambient temperature current or voltage?

4. Which is more consistent with ambient temperature current or voltage

5. Clouds or any other type of shade effects what?

6. What component of solar system determines how many modules and strings?

7. What is the DC voltage of the Sharp module in our classroom?

8. What is the AC voltage of the Sharp module in our classroom?

9. What are the two types of disconnects and where are they located?

10. What device does the DC flow over to convert into AC in the inverter?

11. How many cells are on the Sharp 175 module in the classroom?

12. What is it the covering called that houses the wire runs of the DC and AC?

13. What are two factors that can cause power loss (Deration) of DC on wire run?

14. What needs to be added if a string maximizes the inverter capability?

15. Modules can be wired together negative to negative or negative to positive. What is each called?

16. If string 1 has 175W Yingli modules @ a total of 13 what is the voltage if shade causes module 1 to reduce to 30W.

17. What can be done to isolate Yingli module number 1?

18. What occurs if module one is isolated and what is the voltage on the remainder modules?

19. If you can't see the LCD screen once the install is complete what is the problem? Why?

20. When does the energy become AC from the array at what point in the wire run?

21. What is maximum power point?

22. What is the IV curve?

23. What is the differences between the Sharp 175 in your packet verses the Yingli 230.

24. What is the differences between the sharp 175 in your packet verses the Yingli 175?

25. What is the differences between the Yingli 175 in your packet verses the Yingli 230.

26. What are the two major factors in determining qualification for a good solar prospect?

27. Name six ways carbon is created on Earth?

28. What is the primary commodity of the SREC?

29. What is the unit of the SREC?

30. How is the SREC determined?

1. What two technology hardware systems can limit the power loss to a module rather than the entire string?

2. How many strings are entitled to have more than 20% shade for the NJ solar program?

3. What is the minimum percentage of shade allowed on the remaining strings?

4. What is the minimum sun allowance percentage on the only string alloted less than 80 percent?

5. How many strings are eligible for shade tolerance numbers of 70% minimum?

6. If string A and B are both on the same plane can they share the same inverter with C at another plane?

7. How many strings are allowed on a specific plane?

8. What is solar insolation?

9. What are the two cities used for solar radiance numbers at different tilts in New Jersey referring to PV Watts?

10. Name two purposes for attaining 12 bills from any customer for the NJ Clean Energy Program?

11. Name two household loads.

12. Is the inverter AC or DC?

13. What is the standard deration number in NJ and what was it recently changed to?

14. When is solar noon today, tomorrow, and Friday?

15. What are the main components of a site survey?

16. What are the main measurements of an energy audit?

17. What will be the subject of your presentation on Friday for 15 minutes?

18. Outline your plan for the final project submittal for Saturday?

1. What is it called when electricity is lost over distance in wiring via DC or AC?

2. What two imperical chemicals are used for doping the photovoltaic cell?

3. How many cells are required to produce a module?

4. How many modules are required to produce an array?

5. What is another word for a ballast?

6. When is solar noon?

7. How many Kilowatts is 8,670 watts?

8. What part of the inverter converts dc to ac?

9. What is N and P stand for in the photovoltaic affect?

10. What is more important electons or protons in the photovoltaic effect?

11. What are the primary components of a roof drawing?

12. What are the primary components of an electrical drawing?

13. What is an inverter called that is installed in the back of a solar module?

14. What is the difference between a cell, module, and array?

15. What are the four most significant factors in determining feasibility of a photovoltaic project?