The Electrician's Guide to Photovoltaic System Installation: Based on the 2011 National Electrical Code (Go Green with Renewable Energy Resources) - Softcover

Fletcher, Gregory

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1111639965 ISBN 13: 9781111639969

Publisher: CENGAGE Delmar Learning, 2013

Synopsis

Written with the installing electrician in mind, THE GUIDE TO PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM INSTALLATION provides readers with a simple, straightforward approach to understanding photovoltaic system installation in both residential and light commercial buildings. Filled with illustrations, examples, and multiple opportunities for practice, this comprehensive book includes the most up-to-date information on photovoltaic installation available on the market today. In addition, coverage of topics such as the National Electrical Code© requirements for a photovoltaic system installation ensures that readers will be well prepared for the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners' (NABCEP) entry level photovoltaic installer certification exam.

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Review

1. Introduction to Photovoltaics. 2. PV System Installation Safety. 3. Understanding Electricity Basics. 4. Solar Fundamentals. 5. PV Modules. 6. Batteries. 7. Charge Controllers. 8. Inverters. 9. PV System Wiring and the NEC. 10. Sizing PV Systems. 11. Installing PV Systems. 12. Maintaining and Troubleshooting a PV System. Appendices.

About the Author

Gregory W. Fletcher is chairman of the Trades and Technology Department and director/instructor of the Electrical Technology program at Kennebec Valley Community College in Fairfield, Maine. With more than 30 years of experience in the electrical field, he has taught electrical wiring practices at the secondary level, apprentice level, and post-secondary level. He is also the author of THE ELECTRICIAN'S GUIDE TO PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM INSTALLATION, RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION ACADEMY: HOUSE WIRING WORKBOOK/LAB MANUAL, and GUIDE TO USING THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE. Licensed since 1976--first as a Journeyman and then as a Master Electrician--Mr. Fletcher holds an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Electrical Construction and Maintenance, a Bachelor of Science Degree in Applied Technical Education, and a Master of Science Degree in Industrial Education. In addition, he is a member of the International Association of Electrical Inspectors and the National Fire Protection Association.

Edition details

• Publisher: CENGAGE Delmar Learning
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 1111639965
• ISBN 13: 9781111639969
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 352