The solar photovoltaic (PV) program at Santa Monica College is designed to provide you with the skills necessary to place and advance in the solar energy industry. In as little as 16 weeks, gain hands-on education and training in accelerated lab environments that help prepare you for work in this dynamic field. Pursue job roles like installer, crew leader, or PV designer. Alternative career tracks include solar sales and marketing, and even business ownership.
Over the course of the solar installation program, you will learn to appreciate and cultivate a holistic perspective on the complex role that solar power plays in our increasingly global economy and climate. You will examine the theoretical and technical dimensions of PV systems, including advanced principles of energy and electricity, heat transfer, light measurement, PV components and equipment, and sizing and design.
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These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Students eligible for regular admission to Santa Monica College must be 18 years of age or older or must possess either: (1) a high school diploma from a U.S. regionally accredited or from a foreign high school; (2) a GED; (3) a California High School Certificate of Proficiency (CHSPE); or the equivalent (i.e., a HiSET score report; a TASC [Test Assessing Secondary Completion] score report). |
| Test Scores: | - Test of English as a Foreign Language (Paper Based) [min. 450] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 45] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Computer Based) [min. 133] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 5]
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| Application Notes : |
- Sponsor's Official Bank Statement to demonstrate you can meet SMC's estimated tuition and living expenses.
- A copy of your passport information and expiration page.
- Records from the last school attended. If the school was a college, university, or high school within the US, official transcripts must be sent directly from the awarding institution to the International Education Center at SMC. US transcripts must show a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.
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| Additional Admission Requirements: | - Statement of Research Interests
Write a personal essay (must be at least 500 words) explaining your reason(s) for applying to Santa Monica College.
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* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.
