Empowering the Next Generation of Utility-Scale Solar Technicians

At the Training Center of Central Texas, we’re doing more than just preparing students for the job market — we’re preparing them for the future of the trades. Our electrician students are being trained not just in traditional wiring and safety practices, but in a cutting-edge curriculum that integrates AI technologies, drone operations, 3D printing, and virtual reality (VR) into every level of instruction.

But what truly sets our program apart is our exclusive hands-on training with Sungrow utility-scale inverters — the same models being used in the field by major renewable energy companies today.

Technology That Translates Directly to the Field

- Drones for inspections, site mapping, and thermal imaging

- 3D Printing to understand and prototype electrical components

- VR Headsets for immersive troubleshooting and system simulations

- AI-Driven Curriculum that teaches data interpretation and smart diagnostics

This approach gives them a serious edge. They’re not just future electricians — they’re technicians ready to lead in a high-tech, renewable energy world.

Industry-Level Training with Sungrow Inverters

We’ve taken things even further by embedding Sungrow inverter training directly into our electrician program. Students train on the 3600UD model in our lab, learning how to commission, power down, and safely maintain these advanced utility-scale inverters. Soon, we’ll be introducing the 4400UD model — one of the newest in the field.

This type of experience is rare. Most entry-level techs don’t see this kind of equipment until their first job — but our graduates walk in already confident, already competent, and already trusted.

Employers have taken notice. Renewable energy companies value the fact that our students have trained on real Sungrow systems — the same technology they use on solar farms across the country. It means less onboarding time, more safety awareness, and better performance from day one.

Preparing for Utility-Scale Careers

As the demand for clean energy continues to grow, so does the need for skilled workers who understand the full ecosystem of utility-scale solar. At the Training Center of Central Texas, we’re proud to be one of the few institutions bridging the gap between education and real-world application with forward-looking, job-ready training.

Our students aren’t just learning electrical theory — they’re learning how to thrive in tomorrow’s energy economy.

Interested in learning more about how we’re shaping the future of trades education? Visit us at centextraining.com and see how we’re helping students launch careers in solar, electrical, and medical fields with confidence and purpose.

Reginald Hodges

​President, Training Center of Central Texas

​Pioneer in Utility-Scale Solar Construction Management and Workforce Development