Solar PV Training

Solar panels sit on the roof of LLCC-Jacksonville.
At a Glance

Interested in solar energy for your home or business? Thinking of joining the solar workforce? LLCC offers these educational opportunities to those interested in renewable energy training.

Introduction to Solar Photovoltaics - Online

This course, taught primarily online, teaches the basics of solar electricity. Participants will learn how photovoltaic (PV) systems work, compare and contrast different PV system types, identify necessary components and understand the best applications for (and limitations of) each system type. Other topics include evaluating the solar window, investigating energy efficiency recommendations and researching system costs. An optional four-hour, in-person session is included on Nov. 4, 2023, from 9 a.m. to noon.

Instructor: Michelle Knox.

Registration

Call 217-786-2292 to register. Course code: WST 034-04 FL23, WST 034-01 SP24

Fall 2023

Open-ended start beginning Aug. 21, 2023. Course must be completed by Nov. 4, 2023.

Spring 2024

Open-ended start beginning Jan. 16, 2024. Course must be completed by June 8, 2024.

Cost

$135

Introduction to Solar Photovoltaics - Main Campus

This course includes an eight-hour in-person lab to teach the basics of solar electricity. Participants will learn how photovoltaic (PV) systems work, compare and contrast different PV system types, identify necessary components and understand the best applications for (and limitations of) each system type. Other topics include evaluating the solar window, investigating energy efficiency recommendations and researching system costs.

Instructor: Michelle Knox.

Registration

Call 217-786-2292 to register. Course code: WST 034-01 FL23, WST 034-02 SP24

Fall 2023

Sept. 23, 2023

Spring 2024

April 6, 2024

Cost

$135