This program bundle consists of two courses:
- NABCEP PV System Inspector Certification Prep Course
- NABCEP PV System Inspector (PVSI) Practice Exam
Course Outline:
NABCEP PV System Inspector Certification Prep Course Curriculum:
Module 1: NEC Overview
Before we dive deep into NEC articles specific to PV and ESS, we are going to get more familiar with the rest of the NEC, from a PV and ESS point of view.
Module 2: NEC Article 690 PV Systems
Article 690 was first put into the NEC in 1984.
Module 3: Energy Storage Systems (706) and Interconnections (705)
If you are studying for the NABCEP PV System Inspector (PVSI) exam, you do not need to focus as much on ESS. ESS is a hot topic and very important in real life, which is more important than what NABCEP puts on exams.
Article 706 ESS was new in the 2017 NEC and much of it came out of Article 690. It was originally meant to replace Article 480 Storage Batteries, however 480 was kept in the NEC. Article 690 points us to 706 when using energy storage systems and not 480. Different AHJs interpret this differently and the NEC can sometimes contradict itself as we will learn.
Article 705 Interconnected Power Production Sources is very important for both PV and ESS and is definitely a part of the PVSI exam.
Module 4: More NEC and some Building Codes
Conclusion: Feedback and Additional Resources
NABCEP PV System Inspector (PVSI) Practice Exam Curriculum:
Module 1: NABCEP PV System Inspector Practice Exam
All necessary course materials are included.
Certification(s):
This course prepares students to take the NABCEP PV System Inspector (PVSI) national certification exam.
