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Kenneth Starkman
Dean, Technology and Engineering
Orange County
Fullerton College
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Solar Panel Inspection Technician Certificate
New Program
Aeronautical and Aviation Technology (095000)
08/15/25
The Solar Panel Inspection Certificate program equips students with the skills and knowledge to conduct professional solar panel inspections using advanced technology. This program combines hands-on training in drone operations, thermal imaging, and solar panel installation to prepare students for careers in renewable energy, maintenance, and inspection services. Students will learn to operate drones for aerial inspections, capture and analyze thermal imaging data to identify panel inefficiencies and potential issues, and gain foundational knowledge of solar panel installation principles to enhance their understanding of system design and functionality. This certificate requires 12 units. A grade of C or better is required in each course taken.
10 annual completers
Program Proposal Attributes
- Certificate of Achievement: 8 to fewer than 16 semester (or 12 to fewer than 24 quarter) units (B)
The Solar Panel Inspection Certificate program equips students with the skills and knowledge to conduct professional solar panel inspections using advanced technology. This program combines hands-on training in drone operations, thermal imaging, and solar panel installation to prepare students for careers in renewable energy, maintenance, and inspection services. Students will learn to operate drones for aerial inspections, capture and analyze thermal imaging data to identify panel inefficiencies and potential issues, and gain foundational knowledge of solar panel installation principles to enhance their understanding of system design and functionality.
Outcome 1: Operate drones and thermal imaging equipment to perform accurate solar panel inspections in compliance with industry safety standards.
Outcome 2: Analyze thermal imaging data and inspection results to diagnose solar panel performance issues and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
Course Units and Hours
12 semester units
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Course Report
This certificate requires 12 units. A grade of C or better is required in each course taken.
| Course | Title | Units | Year/Semester (Y1 or S1) |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSTR 128 F | PV Solar - Installation and Maintenance | 3 | Y1 |
| DRON 101 F | Basic Drone Piloting | 2 | Y1 |
| DRON 120 F | Infrared Thermal Imaging | 2 | Y1 |
| DRON 125 F | Solar Panel Thermal Inspection | 2 | Y1 |
| TECH 081 F | Technical Mathematics 1 | 3 | Y1 |
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