Renewable Energy Program Courses - Creating New Green Friendly Jobs

PRLog (Press Release) - Aug 17, 2009 -
Allied Schools is offering a solar energy course that’s in tune with the clean energy economy’s workforce needs – Advanced Principles of Photovoltaic (PV) Systems Installation, http://www.training4green.com/Adv-Principles-of-Photovoltaic.asp . This renewable energy course is an addition to Allied’s solar education program, http://www.training4green.com which prepares students for North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) certification. According to the Pew Charitable Trusts’ report, the U.S. clean energy economy grew approximately 9.1 percent between 1998 and 2007 to 777,000 jobs, outperforming total job growth in 38 states and the District of Columbia. With increasing financial support from private/public sectors and President Obama’s nationwide focus on renewable energy programs, the clean energy economy is creating a stunning demand for more specially trained workers.

Allied’s renewable energy program prepares students to enter the green industry, as well as build-up existing skills obtained from on-the-job experience. The Advanced Principles of PV Systems Installation course is ideal for students with an entry-level PV installation background that are interested in obtaining NABCEP certification. Course objectives include:

•   Load (electrical management) analysis •   Calculation of simple circuit values •   Grid-interactive PV installations •   Performance analysis and troubleshooting techniques

Upon completion of the course, students will gain an understanding of PV system design, installation and maintenance. Students should also be able to indentify hazards associated with PV installations; establish suitable locations for PV array; visually inspect entire installation; assemble/install subsystems; and more.

Allied’s course and final exam are 100% online, so students make their own study schedules and maintain personal obligations while pursuing their careers. Allied students also have access to live student support and career assistance services.

President Obama plans on doubling U.S. renewable energy use by 2012. Individuals who prepare to enter the green industry now will have a competitive edge over those who wait. To learn more about Allied Schools' renewable energy program, please visit www.training4green.com or call (800) 732-7410 to speak with an Admissions Representative.

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