SOLR 2030 - Advanced Solar Thermal Concepts

1. Preliminary considerations
2. Roof Mounting
3. Ground mounting
4. Commissioning
   1. system
5. Controls
6. Loads
7. Maintenance
8. Monitoring and troubleshooting
9. Other system components
10. Professional mentoring and NABCEP
11. Solar plumbing
12. Storage and heat exchange
13. System types
14. The role of tradespeople

1. identify the job responsibilities for skilled and semi-skilled workers for a solar installation in a given jurisdiction.
2. distinguish between the penetration hardware and mounting options for asphalt shingles, rubber membranes, tile, and metal roofs.
3. calculate the pull-out strength of a lag bolt of given width and length in a given wood type.
4. calculate the wind load on an array.
5. demonstrate ways that rafters can be bridged and why bridging can be necessary.
6. demonstrate how pipes can penetrate shingle, metal and membrane roofs.
7. design an appropriate mounting plan for collectors at a specific site.
8. describe a method of grounding solar thermal collectors and explain why grounding is necessary.
9. compare different pipe routing methods.
10. evaluate the structure of a typical roof and identify when remediation may be necessary.
11. describe how roof structures can be reinforced to increase their strength.
12. demonstrate methods of minimizing roof damage while installing and assessing.
13. apply safety considerations to working on roofs.
14. identify common roofing types, their expected lifespan and signs of obvious wear
15. calculate the head loss and pressure drop in solar hot water systems made of copper tubing.
16. compare the composition, function and efficiency of seasonal and year-round solar pool systems.
17. demonstrate how sensors and photovoltaic pump modules are mounted and wired to the controller or pump.
18. determine a method for routing pipes that minimizes length and visibility.
19. diagram a bypass valve assembly and describe its use and function.
20. diagram the major components and placement of a pressurized and a drain back domestic hot water system.
21. evaluate options for energy storage and heat exchange for a domestic hot water system.
22. evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of a ground mount.
23. measure the energy production and efficiency of a solar hot water system.
24. troubleshoot common problems in solar thermal systems.

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