Solar Installation Certificate
The Program
This class is an introduction to some of the
latest techniques and standardizations for
installing solar power systems. Half of this
course is hands-on using tools of the trade to
familiarize students with the workload and
character of this industry. The other half is
focused on exposing students to the tactical
decisions, processes, and material choices
common to this industry.
Location
Solar Installation Certificate classes are held at
California State University, Dominguez Hills in Carson. Classes
are convenient for people who live or work in or near Los
Angeles, Torrance, Long Beach, Carson, Compton, El Segundo,
Palos Verdes, Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach,
San Pedro, Hawthorne, Gardena, Lakewood, Paramount, Bellflower,
Downey, Inglewood and other parts of the South Bay and Southern
California.
What You Will Learn
By the end of this course, the successful
student will be able to:
• Install a solar mounting system
• Install a roof flashing
• Define and identify solar power standalone
systems and grid-tied systems.
• Identify mounting hardware by name& tools to use for installing hardware
• Identify common roof mounting challenges
• Identify several different roofing types and
types of installation complexity relating to
each.
• Identify grounding hardware by name,
identify proper grounding techniques for a
racking system, and describe why
grounding is important.
Employment Outlook
According to the Occupational Labor
Handbook, job prospects are expected to be
excellent, particularly for those who have
completed training from an accredited
technical school or a formal apprenticeship.
Course Goals
Students that have finished this course will
have the basic necessary skills to work within
the supplemental solar power industry.
Who Should Attend
• Anyone interested in the fast growing solar
power industry.
• Professionals interested in retraining into
another industry
• New to the workforce
Eligibility Requirements
Students should be able to pick up 50 lbs.,
carry 25 lbs. climb ladders, have a full range of arm motion, and be prepared for 3 hours a
day in full sun.
Special Features
This program utilizes a demo roof for the
installation practices portion of the class.
A Certificate of Completion is awarded upon
successful completion of the entire program.
Instructor
Somerset Waters, Sr. Electrician& Operations Support at Solar City Corporation.
Licensed Electrician. California Certified
Journeyman Electrician
swaters@solarcity.com; 213.725.6026
Spring 2010 Schedule
Dates: Feb. 6 - Mar. 13
Time: Saturdays; 8am-3pm
Meetings: 6
Location: EE 1210 (EE 1221 on 2/20)
Fee: $495
Instructor: Waters
Course No.: NHSF 106
Reg. No.: 22422
For Further Information
jvogel@csudh.edu
To register call 877-464-4557.