First Thursday Seminar covers operations and maintenance (O&M) best practices for photovoltaic (PV) systems of 100 kW or less, including planning for a PV O&M scope of work and maintenance procedures to keep the system operating at optimal capacity.

This course focuses on maintenance of existing PV systems and the ability to increase predictability of operations, analyzing expected versus actual output, and reducing down time. The topics covered will help energy managers plan for critical PV O&M activities; understand the necessary qualifications for service personnel; ensure proper safety procedures during diagnostics, isolation, and repair; and realize the economic benefits of a well-maintained PV array.

By completing this course you will have a demonstrated knowledge of:

• Assess critical items to manage assets and plan for a complete PV O&M program;
• Identify preventative maintenance practices necessary to perform on a regular basis;
• Identify, isolate, and diagnose corrective maintenance and repair of failed PV components;
• Determine and follow proven safety procedures when repairing equipment; and
• Understand the professional qualifications of personnel required to perform work on PV equipment.