The fun and easy way to get a grip on photovoltaic design and installation. Designing and installing solar panel systems is a trend that continues to grow. With 'green collar' jobs on the rise and homeowners looking for earth-friendly ways to stretch their dollars and lesson their carbon imprint, understanding photovoltaic design and installation is on the rise. Photovoltaic Design & Installation For Dummies gives you a comprehensive overview of the history, physics, design, installation, and operation of home-scale solar-panel systems. You'll also get an introduction to the foundational mathematic and electrical concepts you need to understand and work with photovoltaic systems. • Covers all aspects of home-scale solar-power systems • Viable resource for professionals, students, and technical laymen • Can be used to study for the NABCEP exam Whether you're a building professional looking to expand your business and skills to meet the growing demand for solar power installation or are seeking a career in this rapidly expanding field, Photovoltaic Design & Installation For Dummies has you covered! From the Back Cover Get a grip on photovoltaic design and installation. Are you looking to secure a job in the exciting field of photo-voltaic design and installation? This hands-on, friendly guide covers the workings of residential and small commercial-sized photovoltaic systems and gives you the essentials you need to safely install a system from start to finish. • Shed some light on PV systems — get the scoop on electricity basics and how the sun-earth relationship affects where a PV system will (or won't) work • Dig into the nitty-gritty of components — understand the technologies used in all types of PV systems, from modules and batteries to charge controllers, inverters, and more • Know that size matters — discover how to properly size a grid-direct system, a battery-based system, wiring, and safety devices • Safety first — follow helpful guidance for staying safe anytime you work on a PV system, from general construction and battery safety to working on ladders and roofs • Break ground — learn how to assemble mechanical parts and integrate electrical elements to put together your PV system Open the book and find: • Advice on figuring out which system type is right for you • Plain-English explanations of electricity basics • How to properly select a site for a PV system • The lowdown on PV modules, batteries, and other system components • Guidance for sizing the most common PV systems, as well as wiring and safety devices • Pointers for permitting, commissioning, inspection, and maintenance Learn to: • Design and install photovoltaic systems • Follow processes for permitting, commissioning, and inspection • Grasp electrical concepts in plain English • Expand your skill set for "green collar" jobs About the Author Ryan Mayfield is President of Renewable Energy Associates, a consulting firm providing design, support, and educational services for commercial photovoltaic systems. He is also Photovoltaic Systems Technical Editor for SolarPro magazine, where he also regularly contributes feature articles.

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