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What kinds of degrees does one need when going into the Solar Systems Engineering?

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Solar engineers work in any number of areas of engineering products that help harness energy from the sun.
They sphere of knowledge includes Mechanical, Electrical and Civil Engineering.
They research, design, and develop new products, or they may work in testing, production, or maintenance.
They may collect and manage data to help design solar systems.
The engineer typically begins with a client consultation, site assessment, and financial assessment, which help him
or her understand the project's context.
The Solar Engineer is responsible for engineering, design (using AutoCAD), and delivery of grid connected solar photovoltaic systems (including rooftop, carport and ground mounted arrays) on time and on budget. The Solar Engineer will manage proposals and the bid/award process for obtaining these services, and will provide project management and design consultation for all projects. Design to include; scope of work, complete bill of materials, specifications, bid drawings and project schedule.
REQUIREMENTS:
1. BSEE/BSME Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
2. NABCEP Certification
3. Knowledge of codes such as the NEC and UBC.
4. Strong knowledge of photovoltaic system design and optimizing system components for energy production.
5. Strong AutoCAD skills (2010-2012 software for 2D architectural and electrical plans)
6. Working knowledge of energy modeling, PV specific modeling, standard electrical calculations, basic structural & mechanical calculation
7. Strong communication, presentation, and project management skills
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Juan’s Answer

Hi, in most places, this is an specialization under Electrical Engineering. If you want to go that path, I will suggest to do your major in Power, takings all possible solar energy classes, have the minor in electronics, since it will be part of most of the systems used to control the solar Systems. After that you will need to take some specialized training in order to be certified on Solar Energy Systems. Most of the states, you have to be trained and certified in order top work with Solar Systems designs and installations.
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Douglas’s Answer

I would suggest looking into a degree in electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology. If your interest is installing solar systems, you might inquire at a 2 year technical school but if your interest is in designing solar systems, a 4 year program would probably be most applicable. You should be able to find suitable schools in your are on the Internet.


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