SEI NW workshops, Spring 2003 [RE-wrenches]

[Max Balchowsky]

Ian, I could not get the link that was in your e-mail to open
(http://www.solarenergy.org/reepgen.htmls)

Max
SEE systems
www.seesolar.com


----- Original Message -----
From: "Ian Woofenden, Home Power" <ian.woofenden at homepower.com>
To: <Recipient>; <List>; <Suppressed:>
Sent: Friday, December 20, 2002 1:04 PM
Subject: SEI NW workshops, Spring 2003 [RE-wrenches]


>
> Please spread the word to your friends, relations, and colleagues!
>
> Solar Energy International (SEI) is presenting four workshops in
> Washington state in April 2003:
>
> April 5: Intro to Renewable Energy * Tuition $75
> April 7-12: PV Design & Installation * Tuition $550
> April 14-19: Homebuilt Wind Generators with Hugh Piggott * Tuition $550
> April 21-24: Microhydro-Electric Systems * Tuition $450
>
> See below for more information. You can register through SEI in
> Colorado (contact info below). See SEI's cancellation policy and
> other details at http://www.solarenergy.org/reepgen.html before you
> register.
>
> Lodging and logistics information for the workshops is available upon
request.
>
> A full pictorial report on our last workshop with Hugh Piggott is
> available at
> http://homepages.enterprise.net/hugh0piggott/SEIpics/index.htm
>
> I hope you can join us. Don't wait until the last minute to register.
> We turned people away last time around.
>
> Regards,
>
> Ian Woofenden
> Solar Energy International NW Coordinator
> Senior Editor, Home Power magazine
>
> Please pardon on duplications of this mailing. Let me know and I'll
> try to track them down and eliminate them.
>
> ---
> Introduction to Renewable Energy
> Overview of solar, wind, and water power
> Classroom sessions & system tours
> Saturday, April 5 - Tuition: $75
>
> Solar-Electric (PV) Design and Installation
> Learn to use solar-electric technology!
> Classroom sessions, tours, and complete installation
> Monday-Saturday, April 7-12 - Tuition: $550
>
> Homebuilt Wind Generators
> How to build wind generators-from scratch!
> Classroom and shop sessions
> Guest Instructor: Hugh Piggott, Scoraig Wind Electric, Scoraig, Scotland
> Monday-Saturday, April 14-19 - Tuition: $550
>
> Microhydro-Electric Systems
> Harness small streams for home independence!
> Classroom sessions, labs, system tours, and hands-on work
> Monday-Thursday, April 21-24 - Tuition: $450
>
> Classroom sessions will be held at Guemes Island Community Center.
>
> *****
>
> INTRODUCTION TO RENEWABLE ENERGY
> This is an overview workshop of solar-electric, wind-electric, and
> microhydro-electric technologies. Participants   will learn how to
> evaluate each resource and plan for high quality systems. Tours of
> renewable energy systems will supplement classroom sessions.
> Topics Include:
> * Why Renewables?
> * Solar-Electric, Wind-Electric, & Microhydro-Electric Systems
> * System Siting & Design Principles
> * Energy Conservation & Efficiency
> * Resources for Further Study
>
> SOLAR-ELECTRIC (PV) DESIGN and INSTALLATION
> Learn to use photovoltaic technology to produce your own electricity.
> Workshop participants learn system sizing, site analysis, hardware
> specification, and component selection. Install a complete,
> operational system in the field with current renewable energy
> equipment. This workshop is for the novice who wants to use PV and
> for those seeking employment in the solar industry
> Topics include:
> * Basics of Electricity
> * PV System Components & Sizing
> * Energy Efficient Appliances
> * Solar Site Analysis
> * Electrical Wiring
>
> Other activities include:
> * Tours of PV Residences
> * Industry Guest Speakers
> * Laboratory Exercises
> * Hands-on Field Installation
>
> HOMEBUILT WIND GENERATORS
> Participants in this workshop will learn to build a working wind
> generator from scratch. This is a shop class, and will  include
> carving blades, winding alternators, and constructing and assembling
> all parts of a wind generator.
> Topics include:
> * Designing and carving wooden blades
> * Alternator theory and design
> * Winding coils
> * Fitting magnets into homebuilt alternators
> * Governing systems
> * Yaw and tail design & construction
> * Wiring & fabrication
> * Construction details
>
> Guest Instructor: Hugh Piggott of Scoraig Wind Electric, Scoraig, Scotland
> For more information, see
http://homepages.enterprise.net/hugh0piggott/buildyo
>
> MICRO-HYDRO ELECTRIC SYSTEMS
> This workshop teaches how to design a fully functional micro-hydro
> electric system. Learn site evaluation, including how to measure and
> estimate head and flow. Perform preliminary system sizing and design
> for mechanical and electrical power generation of 50 watt to 100
> kilowatt capacities. The workshop will include classroom sessions,
> tours of systems, lab sessions, and a tour of Canyon Industries, a
> hydro turbine manufacturer.
> Topics Include:
> * System Components
> * Turbine Types
> * AC & DC Systems
> * Site Analysis & System Design
> * Battery Storage & Controls
> * Troubleshooting & Maintenance
> * Hybrid Systems
> * Case Studies
>
>
> Registration:
> Solar Energy International
> PO Box 715
> Carbondale, CO 81623
> 970-963-8855
> Fax: 970-963-8866
> sei at solarenergy.org
> www.solarenergy.org
>
> Information, logistics, and lodging
> Ian Woofenden, SEI NW Workshops Coordinator
> PO Box 1001, Anacortes, WA 98221
> 360-293-7448 (home), Fax: 360-293-7034
> ian.woofenden at homepower.com
>
> --
> Ian Woofenden <ian.woofenden at homepower.com>
> Associate Editor, Home Power magazine
> Editors are Professional Idiots - We misunderstand text so our readers
won't.
>
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