Installation | Northwestern Technological Institute

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Time ManagementManagement of Personnel ResourcesMonitoringCoordinationSpeakingReading ComprehensionActive ListeningCritical Thinking

Knowledge

Building and ConstructionCustomer and Personal ServiceAdministration and ManagementDesignMechanical

Abilities

Oral ExpressionOral ComprehensionWritten ComprehensionProblem SensitivityDeductive ReasoningNear VisionWritten ExpressionInductive ReasoningInformation OrderingVisualization

Tasks

Plan and coordinate installations of photovoltaic (PV) solar and solar thermal systems to ensure con
Supervise solar installers, technicians, and subcontractors for solar installation projects to ensur
Estimate materials, equipment, and personnel needed for residential or commercial solar installation

Technology

Computer aided design CAD softwareProject management softwareCustomer relationship management CRM softwareGeographic information systemInventory management software

Tools

Acetylene torchesAdjustable hand wrenchesAdjustable widemouth pliersCaulking equipmentChannel lock pliersCharging pumpsCordless drillsCrimping lugsDesktop computersDiagonal cutting pliersDigital multimetersDigital refractometersDirectional compassesDrill bit setsExtension ladders

Work Values

AchievementIndependenceRecognitionWorking ConditionsRelationshipsSupport

Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOC	Occupation	Method	Wage	Growth	Openings
Match confidence: medium47-1011.03	Solar Energy Installation Managers	title_inference	—	—	—

Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

No program pathways.

What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: emerging (Level 1)(based on Course)

Solar installation codes and permit requirements — identify and review under direct supervisor guidance on residential job sites.
Photovoltaic system components and basic configurations — recognize and label with reference materials during hands-on orientation.
Material and equipment checklists — assist in compiling for straightforward residential solar projects under close direction.
Safety standards and PPE protocols — follow consistently while supporting installation crews on active job sites.
Project schedules and basic timelines — read and track using provided spreadsheet templates under supervisor instruction.
Building inspection appointments — assist in coordinating by preparing required documentation as directed by the project manager.
Customer service interactions — participate in basic exchanges by relaying information accurately under direct oversight.
System start-up procedures — perform initial steps for testing under the direct supervision of a senior technician.
Solar industry terminology and technical documentation — read and interpret with guidance to support daily crew activities.
CAD and project management software — navigate basic functions to retrieve drawings and task lists as assigned.

Program Details

Detailed information about this program

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Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

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Financial Aid

Eligible funding programs

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Scholarships

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