Who Should Attend:
· This workshop is open to the public. People interested in hands-on experience with solar PV design and installation
· Want to experience the design and installation of a residential 6.24 kW solar PV array (estimated production 9,100 kWh per year)
· People interested in learning more about residential applications for sustainable energy
· Space is limited get registered to reserve your spot

Outline:
Workshop will be a mix of classroom teaching the design aspects followed by shop and field work learning tips, tricks, and techniques of solar installation followed by hands on work at the worksite where the group will install the residential solar array.

Topics will include:
· Introduction to Solar PV electronics and components
· Basics of electricity, measuring, tools and safety
· Solar siting - where to locate the panels, sun angles
· Capabilities and limitations of solar PV
· Electrical codes, state and federal policy, tax credits and economics
· Building a rack, attaching inverters and other components
· Grounding and other wiring
· Solar modules
· Wire management and final appearance
· Working with your utility and electrical inspector to complete grid interconnection

September 28 – October 2, 2015
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Registration and payment due by Friday September 18th $450 for the week

To Register Contact:
Amber Patterson | apatterson6@unl.edu |(402) 472-1646 or F. John Hay | jhay2@unl.edu | (402) 472-0408