NABCEP Associate Prep Course

Prepare for the NABCEP Associate exam with this 40-hour accredited course, focusing on key concepts and practical skills for success in the renewable energy industry. Pre-recorded videos (self-paced). -12 Months of access to the course -22 Chapters and 249 lessons and exam questions -The course completion provides the eligibilty to take the PV NABCEP Associate Exam -Promotion Pricing Available Until: May 01, 2026 -Original Price: CAD $1050.00

About the Course:

Our NABCEP Associate Prep Course is designed as a self-paced online program to help you build the knowledge and confidence needed to succeed on the exam. Study at your own pace with structured content that covers the full NABCEP syllabus, supported by clear explanations and practical examples. This course allows you to learn anytime, anywhere, making it ideal for busy professionals. Reduce exam stress and prepare efficiently with focused materials designed to help you understand key concepts and improve your test performance. Enroll today and take the next step toward becoming a certified solar energy professional.

Course Curriculum

22 Chapters · 249 Lessons

1
1. Introduction to Course Free preview
2. What is NABCEP Associate and its Requirements Free preview
2
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  Introduction to Photovoltaics
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  History of Solar Energy
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  PV Applications and Industry
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  Trends in PV Applications - IEA
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  Solar Industry Update - NREL
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  Future of Solar PV - IRENA
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  PV Industry Stakeholders
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  Misc Solar Technologies
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  Solar Energy Technologies Research Applications and Opportunities - NREL
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  MCQ: Who approves interconnection of a PV system ?
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  MCQ: Who decides as to which standard or rules to use for design, installation or commissioning of the PV System in US ?
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1. Types of Solar PV Systems Free preview
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  Types of Solar PV Systems - Student Supplementary Guide
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  Key Components of a Solar PV System - I
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  Key Components of a Solar PV System - Part II
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  Solar PV System Components - UOArz
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  PV Design and Components - DOE USA
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  Safety Concerns in Solar PV
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  Introduction to OSHA
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  Health and Safety Impacts of Solar Photovoltaics
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  Top 3 Solar Panel Safety Precautions - Fluke
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  MCQ: What is Multimode Inverter
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  MCQ: Selecting type of Inverter for No Grid scenerio
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  Key Economic and comparative Benefits of Solar PV Systems and Decision Matrix
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  Comparing Energy Sources_2020-21
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  Renewable and Non-Renewable Energy Sources
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  Major Standards and Codes
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  MCQ: PV Standard tested to UL1703 deals with ?
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  MCQ: As per NEC Code, Equipment of the PV System are required to be?
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  The Sun
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  Solar Radiation and Solar Light
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  Extraterrestrial Solar Radiation and Solar Constant
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  Terrestrial Solar Radiation and Air Mass
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  Solar Radiation - Student Supplementary Guide
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  Solar Radiation
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  Peak Sun Value and Hours
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  Peak Sun Value and Hours - Student Guide
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  Solar Irradiance and Irradiation
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  Solar Irradiance and Irradiation - Student Guide
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  Solar Radiation Data and Maps
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  Solar Radiation Data and Maps - Student Guide
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  Best Practices Handbook for Solar Radiation Data - NREL
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  Measuring Solar Radiation
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  Solar Radiation Measurements - NREL
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  Earth Orbit and Rotation
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  Terrestrial Coordinates - NASA
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  Sun Path Charts
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  Sun Path Charts - Student Guide
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  PV Azimuth and Tilt Angles
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  Solar and Magnetic Declination
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  Solar and Magnetic Declination - Student Guide
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  MCQ: What Sun Path Chart shows
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  MCQ: What are the Units for irradiance?
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  MCQ: What is Air Mass ?
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  MCQ: Finding Tilt Angle of the PV Array
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  MCQ: When Equinox happens ?
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  MCQ: Finding best Tilt Angle for PV Module in Summer
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  MCQ: What is importantance of ASHRAE ?
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  How Solar Cell gnerates Power
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  PV Module IV Curves
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  PV Module IV Curves - Student Supplementary Guide
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  Results of Testing IV Curves - NREL
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  Solar PV IV Curves - Interpreting Trace Deviations (SolarPro)
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  Temperature Coefficient and Calculating Voltages
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  Temperature Coefficient and Calculating Voltages - Student Supplementary Guide
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  PV Module Datasheet Interpretation - String Sizing Case Study Guide
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  Array Voltage Considerations - Guide Article
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  Efficiency and Fill Factor
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  PV Modules Series and Parallel Connections
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  PV Modules Series and Parallel Connections - Student Supplementary Guide
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  Study Article on Series and Parallel Connected
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  Bypass Diodes in Solar PV Module
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  Bypass Diodes in Solor PV Module - Student Supplementary Guide
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  PV Module Labels
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  Solar PV Module Test Conditions
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  Solar PV Module Test Conditions - Student Guide
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  PV Module International Standards
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  MCQ: Purpose of bypass Diodes
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  MCQ: Maximum point on IV Curves
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  MCQ: How we can find out that what is the maximum series fuse rating of a PV module ?
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  MCQ: Calculating MPPT Voltage
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  MCQ: Calculating PV Module Voltage of 36 cells
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  MCQ: What affect the production of Current most in a PV Module ?
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  MCQ: STC Watts is equal to?
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  MCQ: PV Solar Cell is formed or manufactured through process of ?
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  Introduction to Charge Controllers
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  Charge Controllers - Student Supplementary Guide
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  Functions of a Charge Controller
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  Types of a Charge Controller
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  Voltage Settings in Charge Controller
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  Selection Parameters of a Charge Controller
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  Introduction to PV Inverters
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  Solar PV Inverters - Student Supplementary Guide
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  Solar PV Inverter MPPT Function - Student Supplementary Guide
4. Types of Solar Inverters - Part 1 Free preview
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  Types of Solar Inverters - Part 2
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  Types of Solar Inverters - Student Supplementary Guide
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  Solar PV Inverter Selection - Case Studies
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  Solar PV Earthing & Grounding
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  Solar PV Earthing & Grounding - Student Supplementary Guide
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  Solar PV Inverter Selection Parameters - Part 1
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  Solar PV Inverter Selection Parameters - Part 2
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  Solar PV Inverter Selection Parameters - Part 3
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  Solar PV Inverter Selection Parameters - Part 4
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  Solar PV Inverter Selection Parameters - Student Supplementary Guide
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  MCQ: Which Grounding System is used now a days ?
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  MCQ: Grounding of the PV Modules
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  Introduction to Batteries
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  Introduction to Batteries - Student Supplementary Guide
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  Introduction and Lead Acid Battery Guide for Stand-Alone Solar PV Systems
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  Introduction to Lithium Batteries
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  Brief Guide to Batteries-IGF
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  Characteristics and Parameters of a Battery
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  Characteristics and Parameters of Batteries - Student Supplementary Guide
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  Types of Batteries - Part1
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  Types of Batteries - Part2
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  Types of Batteries - Student Supplementary Guide
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  Selection Parameters of a Battery
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  Selection Parameters of a Battery - Student Supplementary Guide
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  Calculating Battery Bank Size
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  Operation and Installation of a Battery
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  MCQ: Best voltage to charge a 12V Lead Acid battery
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  MCQ: How many Batteries required to run a load given load
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  MCQ: How many Batteries required given few parameters
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  MCQ: Understanding purpose of Equalizing
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  MCQ: If a stand-alone PV system is to be installed without using a Charge Controller or Inverter then what is required?
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  Power and Energy Equations
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  Electrical Basic Equations - Student Supplementary Guide
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  Single Split and Three Phase Circuits
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  Single Split andThree Phase Circuits - Student Supplementary Guide
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  MCQ: Color Scheme of Circuits
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  MCQ: Calculating Voltage Drop in a COnductor
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  MCQ: Which one of the following has the lowest voltage ?
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  MCQ: Calculating Energy Units and Days
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  MCQ: Caculating Resitance in a Circuit
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  MCQ: Finding best location for an Inverter for farmland owner
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  Conductor Types and Characterisrics
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  Conductor Types and Characterisrics - Student Supplementary Guide
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  Types of Raceways or Conduits
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  Types of Raceways - Student Supplementary Guide
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  Basics of Grounding and Bonding in PV Systems
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  Key Takeaways in Grounding
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  MCQ: What is the purpose of PV Cable ?
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  MCQ: Reasons of more voltage drop in a Conductor
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  MCQ: The temperature rating of the insulation of a conductor is the ability of ?
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  Misc Elements and Components Design & Installation Major Considerations - Part 1
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  Misc Elements and Components Design & Installation Major Considerations - Part 2
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  Reading a PV Schematic
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  MCQ: Which place cannot have a PV dc disconnect?
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  MCQ: Understanding Crtitical Design Month for a Stand-Alone System
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  PV Array Mounting Components and Mechanical Design Considerations
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  PV Array Mechanical Components and Mounting Design
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  Solar Racking Guide
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  Mounting Solar PV System
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  Geotech Investigation for Ground Mount Solar PV - Detailed Article
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  MCQ: What type of the residential rooftop mounting method is typically used on a rooftop?
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  MCQ: Which mount system best for seasonal maximum power ?
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  Revising Fundamental Concepts
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  PV Module Power at STC
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  PV Power Equation between STC Power Area Eff
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  PV Power Equation when Sun Energy-Temperature Changes
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  Calculating Power at non-STC Condition usinf Sandia-Lab Method
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  Calculating Voc at non-STC
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  Calculating System Power
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  Calculating Conductor Size in accordance with NEC
9. Practice Example 1 Free preview
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  Practice Example 2
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  Practice Example 3
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  Practice Example 4
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  Practice Example 5
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  Introduction to System Design Stages
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  PV System Sizing Considerations
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  PV System Sizing - Key Takeaways
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  MCQ: What is used to calculate maximum Voltage ?
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  MCQ: Calculating minimum No. of PV Modules given other paramters
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  MCQ: What is the Efficiency of the PV Module given the data ?
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  Selection of Type of PV System
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  Economics of Solar PV
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  Life Cycle Costs
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  Life Cycle Cost in Solar PV - Student Supplementary Guide
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  Net Metering State Incentives
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  Net Metering State incentives USA - General Review
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  Introduction to PayBack NPV-IRR Calculations
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  Payback Analysis - Student Guide
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  Payback Period-NPV-IRR Examples
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  Levelized Cost of Energy
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  Key Financial Risks in Solar PV
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  Key Financial Risks - Student Supplementary Guide
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  Financing Options
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  Customer Motivation
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  Customer Requirements and Challenges
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  Site Survey and Data Collection
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  Site Survey and Data Collection - Student Supplementary Guide
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  MCQ: Estimating size of avPV System
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  MCQ: Which tools needed at site for Site Survey ?
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  Types of Shadows
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  Types of Shadows - Student Supplementary Guide
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  Shading Analysis - Part 1
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  Shading Analysis - Part 2
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  Shading Analysis - Part 3
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  PV Array Location Considerations
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  PV Array Orientation and Energy Yield Optimization
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  Optimizing PV String Connections
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  Existing Electrical and Interconnection Equipment
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  MCQ: Which of the device is the best solution for having multiple orientations of PV Modules ?
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  MCQ: Which parameters are used to calculate Inter-Row Distances ?
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  Estimating User Load Requirements
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  System Specifications
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  Project SOW and Agreement
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  Request for Proposal
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  MCQ: Sizing a PV system for a residence with net-metering
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  Safety Plan and Considerations
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  System Installation Major Aspects
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  System Commissioning Major Aspects
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  MCQ: Lmitation of a Residential Circuit
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  MCQ: Which of the tool is best to determine that series wiring is correct ?
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  MCQ: What should be slope of a Ladder ?
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  MCQ: Which situation is dangerous for a worker in a hot weather
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  MCQ: Which application is called Direct PV system ?
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  MCQ: Calculating size of Breaker at output of an Inverer
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  MCQ: How much current passing through human body will produce painful shock?
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  MCQ: Which shall be the worst design for the installation of the PV ?
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  MCQ: Who has the right to make requirements for electrical safety for Employees ?
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  MCQ: Which Inverter type required for both Solar and Wind ?
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  System Maintenance & Operations - Part 1
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  System Maintenance & Operations - Part 2
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  MCQ: Maintenance of PV Modules in a harsh Weather
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  MCQ: Maintenance of a sealed Lead Acid Battery
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  MCQ: What kind of ground faults do most inverters detect?
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  MCQ: Calculting PV System Size from two source circuits
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  MCQ: Effect of undersized PV Sysetm
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  MCQ: Calculating Power of an installed PV System
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  MCQ: Troubleshooting a System not producing Power on a Summer day
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  MCQ: Calculating Energy Units of a Residence
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  MCQ: Calculating Energy Units in a year produced in a PV System
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  MCQ: Troubleshooting a PV System with a Ground Fault
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  MCQ: Troubleshooting a System which Shutsdown during Winter
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  MCQ: What to do if stand-alone PV System can hardly fulfil the Load requirements ?
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  MCQ: Finding Best tool to evaluate the performance of an existing system
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  MCQ: Taking decision on an Inverter getting faulty
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  MCQ: Troubleshooting a System with no power
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  Instructions for Quiz
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  Quiz
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  NABCEP Associate Candidate Handbook
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  NABCEP Job Task Analysis
3. (Included in full purchase)
  NABCEP Certification Student Guide
4. (Included in full purchase)
  Feedback Survey

NABCEP Associate Fast Track Prep Online Course - 40 hrs Accredited (Self-Paced)

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