Solar Energy for the Home
Credits: 1 PDH
PDH Course Description:
he U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) receives numerous inquiries each year from consumers interested in solar electricity. This course is a guide on the benefits, system basics, choosing a system, financial incentives, warranty, and insurance issues concerning solar energy systems for residential and commercial applications. It is not meant to be a thorough technical guide on the design or installation of solar energy systems.Topics:
- Benefits of Solar Electricity
- Solar Electricity Basics
- Types of Solar Panels
- Types of Solar Electric Systems
- Power Produced by a Solar Electric System
- How To Choose a System
- Roof Requirements
- Installation and Maintenance
- Costs and Financial Incentives
- Purchasing Considerations
- Financing Options
To take this course:
1.) Enroll in Course: Click below to enroll:
(must be logged into your user account)
Download the Study Guide
3.) Test: Once you've thoroughly read the course materials, please click below to take the final examination.
Take the final exam
4.) Certificate: A passing grade of 70% or higher on the exam, is required to receive the certificate of completion for this PDH course.
NOTE: After the exam is completed, you will need to return to this page, in order to print (download) the certificate of completion.
Print the Certificate of Completion
Intended Audience: This course is intended for engineering professionals whose job description may require a general knowledge of solar energy systems for residential and commercial applications.
Publication Source: Dept. of Energy (NREL)
D. Allen Hughes, PE