Professional Certificate of Competency in Renewable Energy Systems
| Award | Attendance | Study | Duration | Start | Domestic fees | International fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Certificate | On-Campus | find out | 3 | September | find out | find out |
About Professional Certificate of Competency in Renewable Energy Systems, Professional Certificate - at Engineering Institute of Technology
Renewable energy is and will continue to be the key solution to a sustainable future in tackling environmental crisis such as climate change. This course covers various renewable energy systems that are popular in industry and explores the operation and control of renewable integration. It is designed for engineers who work with electrical systems involving the utilization of renewable energy.
What you will learn/gain from the Renewable Energy Systems Short Course:
- The operation and control of popular renewable systems such as solar, wind and hydro power;
- Fundamentals of promising renewable sources such as hydrogen, geothermal, biomass and tidal energy;
- Thorough knowledge of renewable energy integration into power systems;
- Understanding and appreciation of renewable energy related technologies such as energy storage and distributed generation;
- Practical skills of renewable system modelling and simulation.
Course Benefits
- You may be eligible to claim CPD points through your local engineering association.
- Receive a Certificate of Completion from EIT.
- Learn from well-known faculty and industry experts from around the globe.
- Flexibility of attending anytime from anywhere, even when you are working full-time.
- Interact with industry experts during the webinars and get the latest updates/announcements on the subject.
- Experience a global learning with students from various backgrounds and experience which is a great networking opportunity.
- Understand the operation, control, and integration of popular renewable energy systems such as solar, wind and hydro power into the power system
- Study the fundamentals of latest renewable sources such as hydrogen, geothermal, biomass and tidal energy.
- Learn renewable energy related technologies such as energy storage and distributed generation.
- Gain practical skills of renewable system modelling and simulation.
Course Details
The objective of this course is to impart detailed knowledge of the design and planning of power generation using renewable sources, along with the role of power electronics as part of renewable energy systems.
Sustainable energy is a concept which needs to be reinforced in the interest of preserving the environment and is going to continue being a significant focus area for future decades. A thorough knowledge of the technologies utilising renewable sources, their economical implication, and their pros and cons, is essential for all engineers.
This course aims to provide detailed knowledge and appreciation of renewable technologies. Students will not only gain in-depth understanding of renewable power fundamentals, but will also be introduced with advanced associated technologies such as energy storage, distributed generation, microgrid and the use of artificial intelligence in renewable systems. Further, student will gain practical skills on the modelling and simulation of popular renewable systems such as wind and solar power systems.
Additional Credit
Upon successful completion of this Professional Certificate of Competency:
If you apply and are accepted into the Master of Engineering (Electrical Systems) degree, you will obtain credit for the MEE511 Renewable Energy Systems unit.
Entry requirements
Contact Engineering Institute of Technology to find course entry requirements.
Why study at Engineering Institute of Technology
- Engineering specialists: We are a global leader in engineering, offering industry-focused certificates, diplomas, degrees, and a Doctor of Engineering to students from over 160 countries.
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- Industry-Oriented Programs: You will graduate with cutting-edge skills valued by employers around the world. Our lecturers are highly experienced engineers and subject specialists with applied knowledge.
- World-Class Australian Accredited Education: Our vocational programs and higher education degrees are registered and accredited by the Australian Government. Some of our programs are recognized under the Dublin, Sydney and Washington engineering accords.
- Unique Delivery Model: Our online and on-campus programs are delivered via a unique methodology, state-of-the-art technologies such as hands-on workshops, remote laboratories, and simulation software.
- Dedicated Learning Support Officers: All students, online and on-campus, receive support from dedicated LSOs who guide you throughout your studies, enhancing your chances of success in any program.