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Understanding 2020 NEC Requirements for Solar Photovoltaic Systems (Online 24 Hour Course)
This 24-hour course is based on the 2020 edition of Mike Holt’s Illustrated Guide to Understanding NEC Requirements for Solar Photovoltaic Systems course.
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Standard tuition is $299.00.
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Job Costs and Estimating Basics (16 hour course)
Job Costs and Estimating Basics is an online, self-paced introduction to estimating job costs, materials and lab labor for electrical installations.
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Standard tuition is $199.00.
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Motor City (16 hour course)(2020 Code Edition)
This course combines two of WECA’s popular 8-hour courses, “Sizing Motor Circuits” and “Wiring Motors and Air Conditioners,” into one convenient 16-hour package. Learn about motors, air conditioners, how to perform motor circuit calculations and NEC requirements for sizing motor circuits.
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Standard tuition is $189.00.
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Electrical Wiring Methods & Installations (8 hour course)
Electrical Wiring Methods and Installations is an online, self-paced introduction to the most used wiring methods with emphasis on proper installation and correctly applying electrical code.
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Self-Paced General/Residential Exam Preparation (24 Hour Course)(2017 Code Edition)
This self-paced online course is for students who want to study for the California General or Residential Electrician certification exam at their own pace. Informative presentations help guide students through the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70). It is meant for individuals almost ready to take the exam. Much of the class is dedicated to sample testing similar to state exams. It focuses on practical research by the students to find the answers to code questions rather than instruction by lecture.
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Standard tuition is $269.00.
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Faultless Solar (32 hour course)(2020 Code Edition)
This course combines two of WECA’s popular 16-hour courses, “Faultless” and “Solar Power for Electricians,” into one convenient 32-hour package. Learn about how to coordinate information in specific NEC articles, so you can properly select and install the correct electrical circuit components and conductors needed for different load and circuit configurations. Then, build on that knowledge as you learn about photovoltaic systems, both residential and commercial, and their safe installation in compliance with the National Electrical Code.
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Standard tuition is $269.00.
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FAULTLESS: A code-based path to error-free electrical circuit installations(16 Hour Course)(2020 Code Edition)
In this course, you will learn how to coordinate information in specific NEC articles, so you can properly select and install the correct electrical circuit components and conductors needed for different load and circuit configurations.
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Standard tuition is $199.00.
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Fire Life Safety Exam Preparation and Code Refresher (32 Hour Course)(2017 Code Edition)
This self-paced online course is for students who want to study for the California Fire Life Safety Technician certification exam at their own pace. Informative presentations help guide students through the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70) as well as the National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code (NFPA 72). It is meant for individuals almost ready to take the exam. Much of the class is dedicated to sample testing similar to state exams. It focuses on practical research by the students to find the answers to code questions rather than instruction by lecture.
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Standard tuition is $259.00.
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GET WIRED! 101 Self-Paced (40 hour course)(2020 Code Edition)
An introduction to the theory of electricity and introduction to the National Electrical Code (NEC). This entirely-online, self-paced version of the instructor led Get Wired! 101 course covers the fundamental electrical laws and explains how the NEC governs the installations of electrical wiring and equipment, giving students new to the electrical field a thorough introduction to key concepts and the opportunity to evaluate the electrician training and career path.
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Standard tuition is $319.00.
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GET WIRED! 102 Self-Paced (42 hour course)(2020 Code Edition)
This entirely-online, self-paced version of the instructor led Get Wired! 102 course covers the introduction to the Basic Installation of Lighting Fixtures and Branch Circuits
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Standard tuition is $319.00.
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GET WIRED! 103 Self-Paced (42 hour course)(2020 Code Edition)
This entirely-online, self-paced version of the instructor led Get Wired! 103 focuses on installing lighting branch circuits in dwelling units while exploring NEC requirements for safe installations and standard industry practices.
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GET WIRED! 104 Self-Paced (42 hour course)(2020 Code Edition)
This entirely-online, self-paced version of the instructor-led Get Wired! 104 course expands your knowledge of a variety of special applications, including special systems & single-phase transformer Theory in residential electrical Applications
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Standard tuition is $319.00.
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Introduction to Electronics for Electricians (8 Hour Course)
Learn about Electronic Components, Electronic Circuits, and the Electrical Theory that underpins them.
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2020 NEC Changes & Bonding and Grounding (Online 32 Hour Course)
This 32-hour course is from Mike Holt’s “Grounding vs. Bonding Online Course, based on the 2020 NEC” and from Mike Holt’s“NEC 2020 Code Changes Parts 1 and 2”
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Standard tuition is $320.00.
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Perfect Sizing - 2020 Code (32 hour course)
The most affordable online way to get your 32 hours of continuing education. Sizing motor circuits, sizing motor feeder circuits, and proper selection and installation of the correct electrical circuit components and conductors needed for different load and circuit configurations.
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Service Technician: General Residential (16 Hour Course)(2020 Code Edition)
This self-paced course is an introduction to residential troubleshooting, based on what a service technician needs to know and do, as a representative of their company, while utilizing good work practices.
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Sizing Motor Circuits (8 Hour Course)(2020 Code Edition)
Learn how to size single motor circuits for electrical installation.
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Solar Power for Electricians (16 Hour Course)(2020 NEC Edition)
In Solar Power for Electricians, you'll learn about photovoltaic systems, both residential and commercial, and their safe installation in compliance with the National Electrical Code.
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Standard tuition is $199.00.
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Voice Data Video Exam Preparation and Code Refresher (32 hour course)(2017 Edition)
This self-paced online course is for students who want to study for the California Voice Data Video Technician certification exam at their own pace. Informative presentations help guide students through developing proficiency in the preparation for and execution of the VDV certification exam. It is meant for individuals almost ready to take the exam. Much of the class is dedicated to sample testing similar to state exams. It focuses on practical research by the students to find the answers to questions rather than instruction by lecture.
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Standard tuition is $259.00.
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Wiring Motors and Air Conditioners (Online 8 Hour Course)(2020 NEC Edition)
Learn how to size circuits used to supply power to two or more motors.
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Working with Inspectors (Online 8 Hour Course)(2020 NEC Edition)
Working With Inspectors teaches electricians how to work effectively with electrical inspectors by providing information about why and how inspectors do their work, and what electricians need to know to be able to communicate with inspectors.
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Practical Electrical Theory (8 hour course)
Practical Electrical Theory is an 8-hour online, self-paced introduction to electrical theory and circuits.
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ALEKS Math Preparation Assessment & Instruction
ALEKS (Assessment and Learning in Knowledge Spaces) is an online mathematics tutorial program.
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Standard tuition is $159.00.
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Limited Energy and Communication Systems Home Study (Online Based 8 Hour Course) (2020 NEC Edition)
Limited Energy and Communication Systems starts with the basic scientific principles of electricity and explains many low voltage systems, circuits, and devices.
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Alternating Current, Motors, Generators & Transformers (Online 8 Hour Course)
This 8-hour course in an interactive online format is based on Mike Holt’s “Illustrated Alternating Current, Motors, Generators & Transformers” textbook.
Electrical Circuits, Systems and Protection (Online 8 Hour Course)
This 8-hour course in an interactive online format is based on Mike Holt’s “Illustrated Guide to Electrical Circuits, Systems and Protection” textbook
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Electrical Fundamentals & Basic Electricity (Online 8 Hour Course)
This 8-hour course in an interactive online format is based on Mike Holt’s “Illustrated Guide to Electrical Fundamentals & Basic Electricity” textbook.
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2020 NEC Code Changes Parts 1 & 2 (Online 16 Hour Course)
Course content is from Mike Holt’s “NEC 2020 Code Changes Parts 1 and 2.”
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Standard tuition is $198.00.
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OSHA 30 Construction Spanish (30 Hour Course)
Este curso de 30 horas del socio de WECA, ClickSafety, es una versión en línea del exitoso programa de OSHA. La capacitación de OSHA en línea es una excelente forma de garantizar que ha recibido la formación adecuada en temas importantes de salud y seguridad en sus sitios de trabajo.
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Standard tuition is $269.00.
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California OSHA 10-Hour Construction (10 hour course)
This 10-hour online California OSHA training from WECA partner ClickSafety is an excellent way to receive proper training on important safety and health matters at your work sites. It is specially designed to help keep California workers safe while obtaining their OSHA 10-Hour Card.
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Standard tuition is $129.00.
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OSHA 10 Construction (10 Hour Course)
This 10 hour online OSHA training from WECA partner ClickSafety is an excellent way to receive proper training on important safety and health matters at your work sites. It covers fewer topics than OSHA 30.
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OSHA 10 Construction Spanish (10 Hour Course)
Este curso de 10 horas del socio de WECA, ClickSafety, es una versión en línea del exitoso programa de OSHA, cubriendo menos temas que el OSHA 30. La capacitación de OSHA en línea es una excelente forma de garantizar que ha recibido la formación adecuada en temas importantes de salud y seguridad en sus sitios de trabajo.
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OSHA 30 Construction (30 Hour Course)
This 30 hour online OSHA training from WECA partner ClickSafety is an excellent way to receive proper training on important safety and health matters at your work sites.
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Health and Safety Leadership with NFPA 70E (16 hour course)
Develop "competent person" skills in excavation and fall prevention, expand your knowledge of NFPA 70E for Supervisors and Managers, and hone your safety and leadership skills in conducting tailgate meetings, OSHA compliance basics, heat illness prevention, and more, in this course WECA offers in partnership with ClickSafety.
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Standard tuition is $359.00.
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PVOL101: Solar Electric Design and Installation (Grid-Direct)(60 Hour Course)
This scheduled self-paced instructor-led course from WECA education partner Solar Energy International is for students who want to learn the fundamentals and gain a solid understanding of various components, system architectures, and applications for PV systems. Successful completion of this course results in State of California Journeyman Continuing Education or Electrician Trainee hours, and also counts as one of the two courses required to qualify students to sit for the NABCEP PV Associate Exam. (Solar Energy International highly recommends completion of their free, online RE100 Introduction to Renewable Energy course before enrolling in PVOL101.)
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Standard tuition is $845.00. Enroll by Monday, February 20 to avoid late fees.
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PVOL202: Advanced PV System Design and the NEC (Grid-Direct) (60 Hour Course)
This scheduled self-paced instructor-led course from WECA education partner Solar Energy International is for students who want to take a deep dive into National Electrical Code 2020 standards as well as other best practices that pertain to designing grid-direct PV systems. (Prerequisite: Completion of PVOL101)
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Standard tuition is $845.00. Enroll by Monday, February 20 to avoid late fees.
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PVOL203: PV System Fundamentals (Battery-Based) (40 Hour Course)
This scheduled self-paced instructor-led course from WECA education partner Solar Energy International is for students who want to focus on the fundamentals of battery-based PV systems. Components such as batteries, charge controllers, and battery-based inverters are covered in detail, along with safety and maintenance considerations unique to battery-based systems, load analysis, battery bank configuration, and the electrical integration of the system. ( Before participating in the PVOL203 course, students are required to complete PVOL101, an equivalent course from another organization, or demonstrate field experience and pass a placement quiz. Please contact sei@solarenergy.org if you feel you are qualified to skip the prerequisite for PVOL203; they will notify WECA of your equivalency if granted.)
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Standard tuition is $645.00. Enroll by Monday, February 20 to avoid late fees.
05/15/2023 06/25/2023 Online Classes Class Schedule Sign-up Form Enroll Now!
Standard tuition is $695.00. Enroll by Monday, May 15 to avoid late fees.
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PVOL350: Tools and Techniques for Operations and Maintenance (40 Hour Course)
This scheduled self-paced instructor-led course from WECA education partner Solar Energy International is an advanced online training targeted towards solar professionals who want to take their technical skills to the next level. This course is geared towards training PV technicians to safely and effectively perform operations and maintenance (O&M) tasks including inspections, commissioning, performance verification, and troubleshooting. (Before participating in the PVOL350 course, students are required to complete PVOL101, AND PVOL202)
FVOL101: Solar Electric Design and Installation (Grid-Direct) Spanish (60 Hour Course)
Este es un curso fundamental para cualquier persona que quiera iniciar una carrera en energía fotovoltaica (FV) y/o comprender los pormenores de la generación de electricidad con base en el efecto fotoeléctrico. La plataforma del curso FV101 le permitirá continuar desarrollándose en áreas como: diseño, inspección, instalación, mantenimiento, ventas técnicas y soporte técnico; todo basado en los más rigurosos códigos eléctricos y en prácticas recomendadas por profesionales con décadas de trayectoria en la industria. (Solar Energy International recomienda enfáticamente que se complete su curso gratuito en línea, RE100 Introducción a la energía removable antes de inscribirse en el FVOL101.)
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Standard tuition is $595.00. Enroll by Monday, February 20 to avoid late fees.
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FVOL202: Advanced PV System Design and the NEC (Grid-Direct) Spanish (60 Hour Course)
Sumérjase en los detalles avanzados de diseño y buenas prácticas relacionadas con sistemas fotovoltaicos (FV). Con un enfoque altamente técnico, este curso se diseñó para apoyar a diseñadores, instaladores, inspectores e ingenieros que quieren entender los detalles intrínsecos del diseño de sistemas FV, y los requerimientos para instalarlos correctamente. El curso ofrece una mirada profunda a los estándares del Código Eléctrico Nacional (NEC® 2014), así como a prácticas recomendadas de la industria de sistemas FV interactivos con la red. (Prerequisitos: FV101)
FVOL203: PV System Fundamentals (Battery-Based) Spanish (40 Hour Course)
Este curso le proporcionará al estudiante una comprensión de los conceptos fundamentales necesarios para trabajar de forma segura en sistemas FV basados en baterías; estos incluyen los sistemas FV aislados (o autónomos) y los sistemas FV conectados a la red con respaldo de baterías. Se estudia el propósito, las aplicaciones y los criterios de diseño requeridos para los diferentes componentes que se deben seleccionar e integrar como: controladores de carga, baterías, arreglo FV e inversores basados en baterías (sumamente distintos a los inversores conectados a la red). La información en este curso le proveerá una comprensión teórica de los sistemas FV basados en baterías que podrá aplicar en instalaciones reales y aplicaciones prácticas. (Prerequisitos: FV101)
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Standard tuition is $445.00. Enroll by Monday, February 20 to avoid late fees.
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