PV 200 for Green Encore: January 11th to 15th 2010

This is an intensive 5-day workshop that teaches the fundamentals of solar electric PV design and installation. This workshop is intended for individuals who work with disadvantaged youth (young adults) to help them develop careers in the green economy. The workshop is primarily for seasoned tradesmen and teachers who are moving into their "encore" careers; careers focused on working toward the greater good.

PV 200 for Electricians, Contractors, and Designers: Ongoing schedule

This is a five day intensive course designed for electricians and contractors who want to design and/or install solar electric systems.  Others who are thinking of entering this field are also welcome but relevant background knowledge is valuable.  In this class participants will learn to size and design solar electric systems.  They will also gain hands-on practice installing and wiring up solar electric systems:  from taking Voc and Isc measurements, to racking modules on a roof, to wiring up the whole Balance of Systems up to making the connection to the AC Main panel.  Students will also learn to use the tools needed to make an accurate assessment of sites for solar. Contact us to learn about the next class to be offered.

Solar for the Developing World: September 10th and 11th, 2010;  October 8th and 9th, 2010

This class is intended for those who work in parts of the world where there is no electricity, or where electricity is unreliable.  In 2008, Hal Aronson co-founded WECARE Solar with Dr. Laura Stachel to bring light, electricity, and blood bank refrigeration to health care facilities that serve childbearing mothers.  Mike Srykowski joined the WECARE Solar team in 2009.  Together they design solar electric systems for rural clinics, operating rooms, maternity wards, and schools.  In this class we will not only share what we learned...but we will teach YOU how to do it.  You will learn how to size and design systems that meet electrical needs, are durable, and safe.  Participants will actually assemble a variety of PV (solar electric) systems with their own hands, learn how to diagram them, and learn how to commision and troubleshoot solar electric systems.  For more information, call Mike at 707-888-3040.

Focused Topics in Solar Electricity

We also offer a variety of course that are more narrowly focused including a solar installation class, a solar design class, a solar water pumping class, a solar for city officials including building inspectors class, and more.  If your group, business,or agency wants a focused presentation or training, contact us and we will create a class to meet your specifications.