Solar Thermal Design and Installation Training—Professional Development

Designed for Master or Journeyman Plumbers, Pipefitters, HVAC Contractors, and Solar Energy Installers

October 1 & 2, 2008

Day 1: 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Day 2: 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Great River Energy Headquarters, 12300 Elm Creek Boulevard, Maple Grove, MN

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Lodging

Course Description

Due to the high response to the four Solar Thermal Workshops offered earlier this year (Duluth, Mankato, St. Paul, Fergus Falls), this two-day workshop is being offered again to provide another opportunity for contractors to learn how to design and install a quality solar thermal system. The course is designed for participants who have a level of knowledge equivalent to that of a Master or Journeyman plumber, pipefitter, or HVAC contractor. It is also available to solar energy installers.

The workshop will cover in detail what constitutes a quality, code-compliant solar hot water heating system. Learn how to design and install a solar energy system for both domestic hot water and space heating needs. This course covers solar resource fundamentals, solar thermal applications, components, codes, and standards for commercial and residential buildings.

The Minnesota Office of Energy Security has recently announced the "Minnesota Solar Hot Water Rebate Program," providing financial incentives for the installation of residential solar thermal systems for residents of Minnesota. Maximum rebates for single family homes are $2,500 and $10,000 for multi-family properties.

The two-day course is designed for participants who have a level of knowledge equivalent to that of a Master or Journeyman plumber, pipefitter, or HVAC contractor. It is also available to solar energy installers.

Who Should Attend?

Plumbers, HVAC contractors, mechanical contractors, solar companies, and code officials. Registration priority until September 19 will be given to plumbers, contractors, installers, and solar companies. If class size permits, registration will be opened to general contractors on September 20.

Registration deadline is September 26. We anticipate the class filling soon — don't wait, register today!

Instructors

Two of Minnesota's foremost solar industry experts lead this workshop for trade professionals:

Course Fee

Registration is required. Workshop registration is $100 and includes lunches and resource manual, Solar Hot Water Systems—Lessons Learned by Tom Lane. Space is limited and first come, first served.

Postcard

Click here to download and print a PDF version of the postcard for this course.

Questions?

For general questions on the workshops, contact Stacy Miller at (651) 282-5091.

Workshop Sponsors & Partners

Registration

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