Residential Solar Certificate of Achievement

The Residential Solar Certificate of Achievement is developed to prepare the students for careers in the field of renewable energy, focusing on solar energy technology. Graduates will be prepared for careers in design, installation, and repairing solar energy systems. Graduates will also be prepared to work with architects and engineers who consult, design, and guide solar installations, solar thermal, and battery storage projects.

Learning Outcomes

Upon satisfactory completion of this program students will be able to:
  1. Apply critical thinking skills to execute daily duties in industry workplaces related to residential solar.
  2. Fulfill the requirements for an entry-level position in renewable and sustainable energy industries related to residential solar.
  3. Display the skills and aptitude necessary to pass California acceptance exams in the residential solar field.
  4. Exhibit effective written, oral communication, and interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact within the workplaces related to the residential solar field.

 Program Requirements

Course Code Title Units
Required Courses
ACT 024Roofing Applications2
ESYS 001Energy Generation & Distribution Industry3
ESYS 002Electricity & Electrical Theory3
ESYS 011Residential Solar Surveying and Planning3
ESYS 011LSolar Site Planning Project Lab1
ESYS 012Residential Solar Installation4
ESYS 033Residential House Electrical Wiring3
ESYS 095AEnergy Systems Technology Work Experience1
CERTIFICATE TOTAL20