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2009 Green Energy Ohio Solar Hot Water Training Programs
Overview:
Green Energy Ohio (GEO) partnered with four technical and community colleges across Ohio in 2009 to increase growth in the clean energy sector by building the local capacity of a trained labor force in the solar thermal industry. These statewide solar thermal training programs were supported by The Ohio Department of Development - Ohio Energy Office and site sponsors, including Cincinnati State Technical and Community College, Owens Community College, Cuyahoga Community College and Hocking College.
A total of 86 participants attended the four solar thermal training programs. Many of these participants are now incorporating solar thermal into their business. A list of contractors eligible to provide funding for residential solar thermal rebates through the GEO Residential Solar Thermal Rebate Program can be found on the 'SOLAR THERMAL REBATE' webpage. GEO is currently identifying partners and funding for additional solar thermal training programs in 2010.
Solar Thermal Training Program Description:
Learn how to design and install a solar thermal system for commercial and residential buildings. These three-day training programs cover solar resource fundamentals, solar thermal applications, components, codes and standards, and federal/state grants and incentives. These courses include hands-on installation of a solar thermal system.
Note 1: Each training program will count toward some of the NABCEP prerequisites to sit for their Solar Thermal Installer exam.
Note 2: Certain requirements are needed in order to be eligible to receive grants through the Ohio Dept. of Development- Ohio Energy Office's Advanced Energy Program to install solar thermal systems. DETAILS
Who Should Attend?
These training programs are designed specifically for plumbers, pipe fitters, engineers, facility managers, contractors, HVAC specialists, code inspectors, or students/apprentices currently enrolled in one of these trades. These training programs are NOT intended for people without knowledge and skills in the work sectors listed.
Preliminary Agendas:
To view a prelimary agenda and curriculum overview for each training program, CLICK HERE. Note: Each course will be taught by a different instructor. Agendas and content may vary slightly as different solar thermal systems will be installed during each training program.
Register:
Online registration is now available - see specifics for each program below. If you provide an email address during registration a confirmation email will be sent to you. Each training program registration is capped at 25 participants.
If you have questions with the program or problems with registration, contact Athan Barkoukis by email at athan@greenenergyohio.org (Attn: Solar Thermal Training) or phone at (216) 526-5545. Checks, VISA and MasterCard can be accepted.
Registration Price:
General Admission: $525
GEO Members: $420
Student: $210
Past Solar Hot Water Training Programs in 2009
Southwest Ohio Solar Thermal Training Program
April 22, 23, 24
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Cincinnati State Technical and Community College
3520 Central Parkway
Cincinnati, Ohio 45223
Course Instructor: Carl Adams, NABCEP Certified Solar PV and Solar Thermal Installer, Owner - SunRock Solar
System for Installation Training: SolarHot Drainback System
OCILB Certification Status: Not Available for this course
Registration Status: Closed
Register: CLOSED
Northwest Ohio Solar Thermal Training Program
June 17. 18, 19
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Owens Community College
Owens Center for Development and Training
2249 Tracy Road
Northwood, Ohio 43619
(The Center is located off the main campus on Tracy Rd)
Directions: www.owens.edu/about_owens/maps.html
Course Instructor: Bob Cooley, Heliodyne (Bio)
System for Installation Training: Heliodyne HelioPak with Gobi 406 collectors
OCILB Certification Status: Credit Given for Plumbing / Hydronics / HVAC Contractors
Registration Status: Open
Register: CLOSED
Northeast Ohio Solar Thermal Training Program
July 29, 30, 31
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Cuyahoga Community College
Corporate College East
Green Academy and Center for Sustainability
4400 Richmond Road
Warrensville, Ohio 44128
Course Instructor: Bob Cooley, Heliodyne (Bio)
System for Installation Training: Heliodyne Solar Hot Water Lab Station
Registration Status: Open (4 Openings Remain)
Register: CLOSED
Southeast Ohio Solar Thermal Training Program
September 9, 10, 11
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Hocking College Logan Campus
30260 Industrial Park Drive
Logan, Ohio 43138
Course Instructor: Third Sun Solar and Wind Power
System for Installation Training: SolarHot Drainback System
Registration Status: Open
Register: CLOSED
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Photos: 2007 Solar Thermal Training Program
hosted by GEO and The City of Cleveland at
Cleveland Fire Station #20.
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