Course Overview
This course covers the principles of photovoltaic electrical energy production, emphasizing system design, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting for solar photovoltaic power systems. Through hands-on experiences, students will become proficient in various aspects of real-time PV production systems such as Schneider conventional string inverters, Sol-Ark hybrid inverters, Enphase micro-inverters, and SolarEdge DC optimizer systems. Practical lab sessions will take place at the BCIT Burnaby campus Electrical Training Centre, building SE1, providing students opportunities to install Photovoltaic systems in strict accordance with Canadian Electrical Code requirements, manufacturer specifications, and supply authority protocols. Students will also have the chance to explore BCIT Microgrid - OASIS project and learn to estimate energy production, review site-specific documents, and create implementation strategies for grid-tie and off-grid photovoltaic systems. Safety risk management will be covered as well.
Prerequisite(s)
- Interprovincial Red Seal qualified electrician or SkilledTradesBC registered electrical apprentices or Electrical engineering practitioner with Technical Safety BC Field Safety Representative (FSR) Class A or B
Credits
3.0
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course. You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Domestic fees
$1,179.17
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Apply solar photovoltaic systems safety principles and practices including controlling for identified risks.
- Develop solar photovoltaic pre-installation on-site implementation strategy.
- Design solar photovoltaic systems.
- Install solar photovoltaic systems.
- Troubleshoot and maintain solar photovoltaic systems.
Effective as of Winter 2024
Related Programs
Installation of Photovoltaic Systems (REES 6030) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Construction and the Environment
- Renewable Energy Electrical Systems Installation & Maintenance
Advanced Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2026
Below is one offering of REES 6030 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 51079
Dates
Oct 24 - Nov 28 Loading
- CRN 51079
- $1179.17 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 24 - Nov 28 | Sat | 07:30 - 15:30 | Burnaby SE01 Rm. 114 |
Duration
6 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Please email BCIT_REESIM@bcit.ca for Departmental approval. Include your Student number (A0#) and Course number (REES 6030). A Red Seal Electrician Certificate Number, or SkilledTradesBC Trade Worker ID, or Technical Safety BC Electrical Certificate Number, or EGBC Engineers License Number also require.
Confirmation
Required
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Status
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