ENE130 — Photovoltaics 3 Hours
The course will cover the basic principles of photovoltaics and how to effectively incorporate PV systems into stand-alone or interconnected electrical systems. The course will cover site evaluations operation design and sizing installation and advantages and disadvantages of different systems. Prerequisite: ELT 120 or consent of instructor. Semester Hour(s): 3 hour(s) Lecture / Lab Hours: 2 lec/2 lab/week WELDER: ADVANCED Certificate Welder: Advanced (H49) The SVCC welding program has been specifically designed to meet the needs of the local employers, specifically the manufacturers, which make up 30% of the employment in the SVCC college district. Work and Employment The advanced welder certificate is an extension of the entry level welding certificate. Individuals in this certificate can also be employed with several different manufacturing companies, including, but not limited to, heavy machine manufacturing, garage door makers, steel mill, radiator manufacturing, agricultural manufacturing, and other local companies. Advanced welders normally demand a higher salary to start than entry level welders due to the more advanced skills they possess. Follow this link for career information. 362 2026 - 2027 Programs Program Contacts at Sauk Valley Community College • Academic Advising, 815-835-6354 • Scott Gillihan, Welding Instructor, 815-835-6278 Total Hours Required - 16 Hours Major Field Requirements Course # Course Title Hours