Solar Technician, C1

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The Solar Technician certificate programs provide students with the basic knowledge of solar technology, manufacturing and services. This certificate program prepares students to work as installers, maintenance technicians, and constructors of solar panels and related technologies.

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Program CIP Code: 46.0302

Cost of Attendance: https://www.hccs.edu/applying-and-paying/tuition-calculator/

The credit totals are displayed in two key locations: 1. At the end of each semester: You’ll find the total number of credits for that specific semester. 2. At the end of the degree plan: The total number of credits for the entire degree program is listed at the bottom of the plan.

First Year

First Semester ‐ Fall

ELPT 1321 - Introduction to Electrical Safety and Tools Credits: 3
ELPT 1311 - Basic Electrical Theory Credits: 3
ELPT 1325 - National Electrical Code I Credits: 3
ELPT 1370 - Electrical Blueprint Reading Credits: 3

Semester Total: 12

Second Semester ‐ Spring

ELMT 1302 - Solar Photovoltaic Systems Credits: 3
ELPT 1373 - Photovoltaic Fixtures and Controls Credits: 3 (Capstone)

Solar Technician, C1

First Year

First Semester ‐ Fall

Semester Total: 12

Second Semester ‐ Spring

Semester Total: 6

Total Minimum Credits for the Level 1 Certificate: 18