2.2.1 Site Evaluation and Survey Equipment
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2.2.1.a. Solar Shading Calculator
Specifications (one or more of the following):
- Solar Pathfinder Kit
- Solar Pathfinder Assistant Software, V4 (optional)
- Basic digital camera (optional)
- Solmetric SunEye210 w/ GPS
- Solmetric PV DesignerTM software
Suggested Quantity: At least one set for the class; one set for every 4 to 5 students is preferred
Importance Rating: Essential
Comments: You can check for an educational discount on Solmetric Suneye. A digital camera is required for the Pathfinder Assistant software.
2.2.1.b. Miscellaneous Site Assessment Equipment
Specifications:
- Inspection light
- Inspection mirror
- Angle finder
- Compass
- Electronic deep-scanning stud finder (optional)
Suggested Quantity: One set for entire class; one set for every 4 to 5 participants is preferred
Importance Rating: Essential
Comments: Check other sections for additional tools and equipment.