Solar Photovoltaic Basics
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This book explains the science of photovoltaics (PV) in a way that most people can understand, using the curriculum which reflects the core modules of the NABCEP Associate Exam. Whether or not you are taking the NABCEP Associate Exam, learning the material covered in this book is the best investment you can make insuring your place and moving up in the solar industry. Providing complete coverage of the NABCEP syllabus in easily accessible chapters, this book addresses all of the core objectives required to pass the exam, including the ten main skill sets: PV Markets and Applications Safety Basics Electricity Basics Solar Energy Fundamentals PV Module Fundamentals System Components PV System Sizing Principles PV System Electrical Design PV System Mechanical Design Performance Analysis, Maintenance and Troubleshooting. You will learn the importance of surveying a site and how to carry out a survey, how to use the tools that determine shading and annual production, and the necessity of safety on site. This guide also includes technical math and equations that are suitable and understandable to those without engineering degrees, but are necessary in understanding the principles of solar PV. This new edition of Sean White’s highly successful study guide has been updated throughout and reflects recent changes in the industry. Review: Coffee Coefficient - pg113 ??? - Great resource - am I wrong that on page 113 - the coefficient for coffee should be 4 scoops for 24 cups of coffee opposed to the noted 3 scoops? Review: Excellent Material - Book was very informational and to the point. Clear and console wording with very easy to follow practice problems. 10/10 thanks Sean I feel confident to take the NABCEP Exam after studying with this book
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| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 173 Reviews |
A**M
Coffee Coefficient - pg113 ???
Great resource - am I wrong that on page 113 - the coefficient for coffee should be 4 scoops for 24 cups of coffee opposed to the noted 3 scoops?
N**K
Excellent Material
Book was very informational and to the point. Clear and console wording with very easy to follow practice problems. 10/10 thanks Sean I feel confident to take the NABCEP Exam after studying with this book
A**R
Really helpful resource, made to go along with course
This book is a really helpful resource. It goes along with the Heatspring Solar PV Boot Camp + NABCEP PV Associate Exam Prep course. This is a really well done course, and it was instrumental in helping me pass the NABCEP PV Associate Exam. Sean White is a really good instructor. Definitely check out this course on the Heatspring website if you are wanting to get NABCEP certified, or if you are just interested in solar. It was a great resource for me.
D**R
Very good
Very good
M**Y
Excellent and Enjoyable Book - but Won't Let You Take the Exam
Don't let the 4 stars misguide you - this is the best, most enjoyable study guide I've ever had the pleasure of reading. Matter of fact, as a 27 year old college grad, this is the only enjoyable study guide I've ever read. There is a huge miscommunication I experienced, that resulted in the 1-star drop: I thought I could master this study guide, and take the NABCEP PVA Exam. Nope, you either need work experience, or you need to pay for a course. I may do the later, but given that this is $10 and the course is $1,000, it's really taken the wind out of my sails. FWIW the exam is $150 and I knew that, but $840 makes a big difference for somebody that's trying to get an entry level job.
J**E
Taught me the terminology that was previously unfamiliar to me.
Well organized material about the basics of solar systems. Most important to me was learning the meaning of various terms as I consider building out a solar system.
G**S
Perfect
Great companion to Sean White’s online classes. Material is well covered and made simple. A definite must-have to prepare for the NABCEP Associate Exam.
E**C
Paperback
Understandable content but the font/type size is vary small. I wear glasses it makes it a hard read and can only read so much at a time do to the strain. Would like to see this in a larger book or a larger font.
J**E
Excesivamente básico
La relación precio contenido es muy elevada, muy caro para el contenido y presentación
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