Installing a Ground Mount System

Installing a Ground Mount System

Duration: 01:11
1 NABCEP CEUs

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Ground mount arrays are the backbone of small commercial solar, popular in rural areas. This solar install features an XR Ground Mount System with ground screws as well as guidelines for installing with cement footings.

During this course, we’ll share:

  • Solar energy fundamentals for practical application.
  • How to use XR100®, XR 1000®, rail connectors, top caps, and diagonal cross bracing.
  • Multiple foundation and array configuration options.
  • Structural codes, wind exposures categories, and soil classes for ground mounts.

Course Content

Lesson 1: Intro to Solar PV 1 Topic | 1 Quiz
Lesson 2: Intro to Gound Mount Systems 1 Topic | 1 Quiz
Lesson 3: Designing the System 1 Topic | 1 Quiz
Lesson 4: Preparing for the Installation 1 Topic | 1 Quiz
Lesson 5: Marking Array Locations 1 Topic | 1 Quiz
Lesson 6: Concrete Foundations 1 Topic | 1 Quiz
Lesson 7: Ground Screw Foundations 1 Topic | 1 Quiz
Lesson 8: Connecting the Substructure 1 Topic | 1 Quiz
Lesson 9: Installing the Racking Assembly 1 Topic | 1 Quiz
Lesson 10: Wire Management 1 Topic | 1 Quiz
Lesson 11: Installing Modules 1 Topic | 1 Quiz
Course Summary 1 Topic
Installing a Ground Mount System – Final Exam

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