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Achieving Solar - An Introductory Guide
...solar energy applications for homes and small businesses. Site considerations will be covered, as well as payback and economic considerations for solar energy systems.Student has access for 60 days but may complete the course sooner.
Achieving Solar - An Introductory Guide In this online six-module course, you will gain an understanding of the fundamentals of U.S. energy consumption and a
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Achieving Solar - An Introductory Guide
Choosing a Renewable Energy Installer
...solar or wind renewable energy system, what are the important questions to ask potential installers? This online class helps you locate installers, and covers important considerations and characteristics to look for. Also, we cover installation considerations, including what you can do to help. Student has access for 30 days but may complete the course sooner.
Choosing a Renewable Energy
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From 123-CBT Computer Based Training
Brand Management Managing Brand Equity

Brand Management: Managing Brand Equity explains how to manage a brand name, measure brand equity, and manage a brand on a long-term basis. The program also details the steps for creating brand extensions, the techniques for measuring brand equity, and the options for reviving brand equity. Learn To Identify issues to consider when managing a brand name.
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Brand Management Managing Brand Equity
From Healing Art Forms Institute
Nicoles Channeled In Attunement Package


This is a package of all of the channeled in forms by Nicole Lanning. There are 59 attunements in this package currently we have to offer, both teacher passed on attunements and self attunements combined. Everything is sent via email in a few separate emails as to not overload anyone's server, along with a list provided in the email so you can make sure you receive all manuals that are listed
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From B. F Environmental Consultant Inc
LEED Professional AP and Credential Maintenance Programs



The intention of sustainable design is to eliminate negative environmental impact completely through skillful, sensitive design. Once a fad, sustainable design is rapidly becoming mainstream due to the global environmental crisis, the rapid growth of human population, depletion of natural resources and increased regulation from government and permitting authorities.
There are a number of LEED
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Solar Energy Solar Thermal Photovoltaic Training Systems and Renewable Energy Training




...s of distance learning and self-paced training courses on solar energy, solar thermal, and the use of photovoltaic systems as part of a get off the grid program or as a supplementary energy source. The following are a listing of the Courses that are currently available through our Alternative Energy Training, Wind Training, Ground Source Training, and Photovoltaic Training Programs: Advances in
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From Serebra Learning Corporation
Electrical Electronics DC Circuits
The course content covers analysis of various electric circuits and behavior of various types of components. The course is aimed at individuals working with machinery, maintaining machinery or involved in maintenance.
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From Sun Pirate, Inc
Electric and Safety Basics for Solar Installers

This course covers basic skills in electric, safety and math. When taken with our Photovoltaic System Design & Installation course and upon successfully passing both courses you qualify to sit for the NABCEP Entry Level PV Exam that can be taken at a PearsonVue testing center near you. This is a great introduction to the basic skills needed in this industry and will assist you in our other more
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From Technology Ed
Solar Photovoltaic Energy Fundamentals
...Solar Photovoltaic Energy Fundamentals provides an introduction to renewable energy production using solar technologies. The course begins with an overview of solar energy - how sunlight is converted to electricity and heat. Topics also include basic residential and commercial solar electric and thermal system design and installation of photovoltaic plates, markets and applications, and
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From ProTrain Online
LEED GREEN Associate - Green Building Rating System


For professionals who want to demonstrate green building expertise in non-technical fields of practice, GBCI has created the LEED Green Associate credential, which denotes basic knowledge of green design, construction, and operations. The Green Associate credential also serves as the first step for professionals pursuing a LEED AP specialization. New Tier I credential that attests to demonstrated
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Green Training - Intro to Building Energy Efficiency



The training at this level provides prospective weatherization professionals with baseline knowledge in the essential concepts needed for weatherization work. Installers are managed by a Crew Chief, and implement the measures defined by an Auditor. Prospective Installers will be introduced to best practices in air sealing, insulating, duct sealing and base-load energy improvements for conventional
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Green Training - Weatherization Energy Auditor (BPI)



This course is tailored specifically for Department of Energya s (DOE) Weatherization Program and similar utility-funded programs. This course is based on the a Core Competencies for the Weatherization Assistance Programa developed by the Weatherization Trainers Consortium. The curriculum elements are specifically designed to train technicians involved in the field of building performance
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Green Training - Home Energy Analyst HERS



The Building Analyst and HERS Rater course is based upon a broad building science curriculum. It presents a solid scientific foundation upon which inspectors and auditors can build an accurate understanding of modern buildings. Each topic includes an overview of the technology, examples of typical installations and their defects, procedures for performing audits, and guidelines for analyzing
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Fundamentals of Solar Hot Water Heating



This online course concentrates on the basics of installing code compliant solar hot water systems. This course will be useful for people who currently work in or plan to be employed in the solar hot water industry. Student technicians will learn practical design criteria, installation guidelines, safety issues, maintenance, and legal considerations of solar hot water heating systems. 60 hours.
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NABCEP Entry Level - Photovoltaic System Design Installation



This online course will provide the student technician with the fundamental knowledge of photovoltaic system design and installation. This course will be suitable for a supervised, entry level position with a dealer/ installer or other photovoltaic industry company. Student technicians will learn the practical design criteria, installation guidelines, safety issues, maintenance, and legal
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From Solar Energy International
Introduction to Renewable Energy - FREE Online Course



... energy in its many forms - helping you to decide whether solar, wind or other technologies are right for you.
This course also serves as an introduction to Solar Energy Internationala s Online Campus. It is made up of ten lessons, each containing readings, exercizes, a quiz and an open discussion forum. Your work will be saved as you go and you can return to it later for up to six
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From PDHengineer. com-Decatur Professional Development, LLC
Sustainable Design - Integrated Building Design Building Envelope Energy Saving Opportunities
...ledge and skills: Integrated Building Design Passive Solar Design Daylighting Design Natural Ventilation Building Envelope Design Windows and Glazing Systems Insulation Selection State Board Acceptance This course can be used by professional engineers to fulfill PDH requirements mandated by state and provincial licensing boards. Decatur Professional Development is an
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An Introduction to Passive Solar Buildings
...e New York State Board Requirements.
Overview
Passive solar energy is one of the most efficient forms of energy in the world. Not only does it reduce the cost of energy for your company, agency or clients, it reduces the demand on limited global energy supplies and avoids carbon emissions and other global environmental impacts associated with energy production and utilization.
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Spectrally Selective Window Glazings
...glazing is window glass that permits some portions of the solar spectrum to enter a building while blocking others. This high-performance glazing admits as much daylight as possible while preventing transmission of as much solar heat as possible. In this course the student will learn about the low-emissivity spectrally selective fenestration glazing benefits, energy savings potential,
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Solar Water Heating Systems
...solar water heating systems work and the components that constitute a solar water heating system. The course discusses the types of systems, the characteristics of solar radiation, the types of collectors and the balance of system equipment. In addition there is a section on how to calculate the size of a system and an overview of the design process for a solar water heating installation.
To
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Energy Savings in Building Electrical Mechanical and Plumbing Systems
...to Consider Water Heating: Heat-Recovery Water Heating, Solar Water Heating Lighting: Fluorescent Lighting, Electronic Ballasts, Lighting Controls, Exterior Lighting Office, Food Service, and Laundry Equipment Energy Management Electric Motors and Drives: High-Efficiency Drives, Variable-Frequency Motors, Power Factors Electric Power Systems Analysis Microturbines, Fuel Cells,
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DC Power Supplies Fundamental Concepts
...to power their circuits. Some devices use battery or even solar power, but all others need a DC power supply, typically connected to a house or office AC (alternating current) wall outlet. These include radios, stereo systems, TV, computers, and other devices which we use daily. The discussion starts with the primary power source - the wall socket, and a brief history about AC power. Several
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Introduction to Batteries
...vailable for a wide variety of applications, from storing solar power for satellites in space to powering heart pacemakers fitted inside peoples' chests. All batteries contain one or more cells, but the terms "battery" and "cell" are often used interchangeably. A cell is the working chemical unit inside a battery. Each cell has a positive terminal and a negative terminal.
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HVAC Tips for Green Buildings
...ific knowledge and skills:
?Importance of bio-climatic/solar passive building design, building siting, day-lighting and other architectural elements for minimizing HVAC loads
?Affect of energy efficient lighting and appliances on HVAC system
?Principles of heat transfer and the parameters affecting the selection of energy efficient building envelope materials for roof, walls, glazing and
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Alternatives to Active HVAC Systems
...rstand the mechanisms of heat gain control by intervening solar radiation, vegetation, ventilation and internal heat gains
?Explain the principles of natural ventilation design in night cooling
?List the design factors for stack and wind driven ventilation
?Explain the basic principles of direct and indirect evaporative cooling systems
?Understand the factors affecting evaporation rate and
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Advances in Solar Electric Generation Technology
...els are helping to make renewable energy sources, such as solar power, more attractive. At the same time, advances in technology are making solar power more affordable. As a result, the worldwide market for Photovoltaic (PV) Cells, also known as "solar cells", is growing at a brisk pace. This course covers the basics of solar electric generation technology, including the various
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Small Wind Powered Electric Generation Systems
...tion, limitations, capacities and design of the following solar generating systems: Review wind power resource classifications Review the basic parts of a small wind electric system Review of Hybrid systems Stand alone systems Grid Connected systems Calculation of potential energy output State Board Acceptance This course can be used by professional engineers to fulfill PDH
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Advances in Wind Powered Generation Technology
...tion, limitations, capacities and design of the following solar generating systems: Wind power resource classifications The Northeastern US (offshore) wind resource map and wind power classifications New drivetrain technology improvements New carbon-hybrid blades and carbon filter composite blades State Board Acceptance This course can be used by professional engineers to fulfill
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Recent Advances in Photovoltaic and Solar Thermal Technologies
...latest developments in high-performance photovoltaics and solar thermal technology. Since the Industrial Revolution, fossil fuels—coal, oil, and natural gas—have powered immense technological progress. But supplies of fossil fuels are limited, and continued reliance on them may have significant environmental consequences. Fortunately, there are alternatives. The most powerful one is
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Ductwork - Exterior Exposed
...erior ducts include leakage and conduction losses, direct solar radiation effects and solar reflection effects. In this course the student will learn about the results of a study in which a building underwent a retrofit project involving additional insulation and a highly reflective coating applied to the roof and ducts. As part of this project, methods were developed to analyze the air
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Photovoltaic Power Systems
...the types of photovoltaic systems, the characteristics of solar radiation, the types of materials used to make solar cells, characteristics of solar components, and a few issues concerning solar power installations. The student must take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of twenty-seven (27) questions at the end of the course to obtain PDH credits. State Board Acceptance This course can be
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Alternative Energy Technology Profiles
...s; biofuels, geothermal, microturbines, fuel cells, wind, solar, hydropower, and reciprocating engines are covering in this course. Each technology is briefly described to include the system description and concept, representative technologies, and current and future applications. Many of these technologies will be used as renewable energy technologies to meet the growing need set by state
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Biomass Oil
...tion, limitations, capacities and design of the following solar generating systems: Biomass Oil and Distillate Fuels Distillate Applications, Standards and Grades Fuel Economy Biomass Oil Composition Heating Oil Blends With Biodiesel Converting Biomass Oils to Hydrocarbon Fuels Biomass Oil Supply and Production Current Biomass Oil Supply Near and Long Term Expansion Potential
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Wind and Hydropower Technologies Program
...tile mills and manufacturing plants.
Wind is a form of solar energy. Winds are caused by the uneven heating of the atmosphere by the sun, the irregularities of the earth's surface, and rotation of the earth. Wind flow patterns are modified by the earth's terrain, bodies of water, and vegetation. Humans use this wind flow, or motion energy, for many purposes: sailing, flying a kite, and even
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Introduction to Solar Engineering
...Solar energy travels from the sun to the earth in the form of electromagnetic radiation. In this course, properties of electromagnetic radiation will be discussed and basic calculations for electromagnetic radiation will be described. Several solar position parameters will be covered along with means of calculating values for them. The major methods by which solar radiation is converted into
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Passive Solar Heating Basics
...solar heating, such as basic types of systems, their description, and the components making up any passive system are presented in this course. Sources of data for heating requirements and available solar radiation throughout the U.S are given along with a method for estimating the rate of heat loss from a home. A method for using these three inputs to estimate performance of a passive heating
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