UNM-Gallup solar technician students Travis Kaskalla, left, and Terrence Stewart prepare the solar panel assembly at a home in Zuni recently. UNM-Gallup solar technician students Travis Kaskalla, left, and Terrence Stewart work together on a solar panel. UNM-Gallup solar technician student Terrence Stewart works on the wiring of the solar panel’s system inverter. Building the workforceUNM-Gallup's solar technician program teaches students the basics of solar components and electricity, compliance, and safety hazards. The second cohort for the solar technician course started Sept. 2 and is currently in session through Nov. 21.