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INTRODUCTION TO
PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEMS
CLEVELAND INSTITUTE OF ELECTRONICS
Lessons 1131B-1140B
Photovoltaic Training: CIE Bookstore Certificate Course
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Lesson 1131B Photovoltaic Systems and Solar Radiation ............................................................. 4
Lesson 1131B Examination ...................................................................................................... 6
Lesson 1132B Site Surveys and System Components .................................................................... 8
Lesson 1132B Examination ...................................................................................................... 9
Lesson 1133B Cells, Modules, Arrays, and Batteries .................................................................. 11
Lesson 1133B Examination .................................................................................................... 12
Lesson 1134B Charge Controllers and Inverters .......................................................................... 14
Lesson 1135B System Sizing and Mechanical Integration........................................................... 17
Lesson 1136B Electrical Integration ............................................................................................. 20
Lesson 1137B Utility Interconnection .......................................................................................... 23
Lesson 1138B Permitting and Inspection ..................................................................................... 26
Lesson 1139B Commissioning, Maintenance, and Troubleshooting ........................................... 29
Lesson 1140B Economic Analysis ............................................................................................... 32

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Introduction to Photovoltaic Systems
Lesson 1131B Photovoltaic Systems and Solar Radiation
To successfully complete this lesson:
1. Read Chapter 1 Introduction to Photovoltaic Systems and Chapter 2 Solar Radiation
2. Review the Interactive CD-ROM
3. Complete the examination
Introduction
First read the back of the Photovoltaic Systems (third edition) Interactive CD-ROM
concerning system requirements and Opening Files. This CD will work with Windows and
Macintosh systems. Once you have activated the CD, click on Using This Interactive CD-ROM
and review the various topics available on the CD. To return to the main menu, click on the
Home icon in the lower right hand corner.
The Illustrated Glossary has selected terms in blue that allows you to interact with the
chapter figures related to the term. The glossary terms are listed alphabetically. It is best to use
the Quick Quizzes to check your comprehension of the chapter after you have thoroughly read
each chapter. The Solar Radiation Data Sets illustrates the solar data of 239 different locations so
check the city closest to you. For CIE we have NREL data stations in Cleveland and in nearby
Akron, Ohio. Finally check out the Media Clips that utilize videos and animated graphics to
explain specific topics.
The Sun Path Charts are fun as they can help you plot the suns position in your location
throughout the year. The Forms and Documents are good to help give you practice on evaluating
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and sizing (PV) Photovoltaic systems. The use of the Solar Time Calculator helps you in
converting between solar time and standard clock time.
Online reference materials are accessible through ATPeResources.com which is linked to
on the CD. There is a wealth of information that supports your learning process of PV systems.

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Lesson 1131B Photovoltaic Systems and Solar Radiation Examination
Please complete the following photovoltaic training exam. You may use the electronic grading
system for quicker response. Simply log on to www.study-electronics.com and enter your
credentials. Once the exam has been submitted, your results will be returned within 72 hours.
You may also e-mail your answers to [email protected] or fax them to 1-216-781-0331. If you
have any questions, please contact the Instruction Department.
1. What provides water for campgrounds and irrigation? 1) fossil fuel 2) utility grids 3) PV powered water pumping 4) water companies
2. What addresses design and installation of PV Systems and includes what? 1) Article 690 includes definitions, wiring methods, & grounding 2) Article 960 includes questions, knives, marking 3) Article 520 includes disconnect means, inverter, power grids 4) Article 10 includes grounding, marking, definitions
3. Gold, silver, and diamonds are significant sources of silicon. 1) True
2) False
4. What animal is used in remote areas of the world? 1) horses 2) buffalo 3) apes 4) camels
5. Flat plate collectors increase efficiency, and have the ability to channel to channel solar radiation.
1) True
2) False
6. What uses a metal strip in the shape of an arc to shield the pyranometers from direct radiation?
1) pyrheliometer
2) reference cells
3) shadow band pyranometer
4) pyranometer
7. Time is a factor in device temperature because it can help keep modules cool. 1) True 2) False

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8. Aphelion is closest to the sun. 1) True 2) False
9. The ecliptic plane is formed by what orbit? 1) Earths elliptical
2) Solstices
3) Tropic of Capricorn
4) Equator plane
10. Standard time is organized by ______________. 1) times zones
2) regions
3) locations
4) none of the above
End of Examination

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Introduction to Photovoltaic Systems
Lesson 1132B Site Surveys and System Components
To successfully complete this lesson:
1. Read Chapter 3 Site Surveys and Preplanning and Chapter 4 System Components and
Configurations
2. Review the Illustrated Glossary on the Interactive CD-ROM
3. Complete the examination
Introduction
The Illustrated Glossary has selected terms in blue that allows you to interact with the
chapter figures related to the term. The glossary terms are listed alphabetically. It is best to use
the Quick Quizzes to check your comprehension of the chapter after you have thoroughly read
each chapter. The Solar Radiation Data Sets illustrates the solar data of 239 different locations so
check the city closest to you. For CIE we have NREL data stations in Cleveland and in nearby
Akron, Ohio. Finally check out the Media Clips that utilize videos and animated graphics to
explain specific topics.
The Sun Path Charts are fun as they can help you plot the suns position in your location
throughout the year. The Forms and Documents are good to help give you practice on evaluating
and sizing (PV) Photovoltaic systems. The use of the Solar Time Calculator helps you in
converting between solar time and standard clock time.
Online reference materials are accessible through ATPeResources.com which is linked to
on the CD. There is a wealth of information that supports your learning process of PV systems.

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Lesson 1132B Site Surveys and System Components Examination
Please complete the following photovoltaic training exam. You may use the electronic grading
system for quicker response. Simply log on to www.study-electronics.com and enter your
credentials. Once the exam has been submitted, your results will be returned within 72 hours.
You may also e-mail your answers to [email protected] or fax them to 1-216-781-0331. If you
have any questions, please contact the Instruction Department.
1. Whats used to determine the orientation of a sloped roof surface? 1) ruler 2) protractor 3) compass 4) none of above
2. What are the building blocks gained by site surveys? 1) value assessments and logistics 2) information and knowledge 3) building modifications 4) all of the above
3. W

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