Program Overview
The 9-month Offshore Wind and Ocean Energy Conversion program provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles of these energy systems for engineers and other professionals in related fields. The program covers the design, operation, and environmental impacts of offshore wind and ocean energy technologies and prepares graduates for roles in the rapidly growing offshore renewable energy industry.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
This micro-credential program in Offshore Wind and Ocean Energy Conversion is designed for engineers and other professionals in the offshore renewables sector or those seeking to transition into the field. It offers a comprehensive introduction to the principles of wind and ocean energy systems, covering both theoretical and practical aspects. The program aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to contribute effectively to the growing offshore renewable energy industry.
Outline:
The 9-month Offshore Wind and Ocean Energy Conversion program is structured over two semesters, running concurrently with the PG Certificate program. It comprises two modules:
- Energy storage for offshore wind energy
- Wind and wave loading of offshore structures
- Offshore operations and maintenance and systems lifecycle
- Offshore wind resource estimation and forecasting
- Design, manufacture, durability, and test of materials for offshore wind energy
- Economics of marine renewable energy
- Environmental impacts of offshore wind energy
- Marine governance and the regulatory regime
- Introduction to ocean energy
- Fundamentals of waves
- Nearshore waves
- Ocean waves and wave energy technologies
- Fundamentals of the tide
- Tidal energy technologies
Assessment:
The program is assessed through assignments completed during Semesters 1 and 2.
Teaching:
The program utilizes a combination of teaching methods, including:
- Tutorials: Two tutorials are held per semester, providing opportunities for interactive learning and discussion.
- Guest Lectures: Industry experts deliver specialist subject expertise, ensuring the application of knowledge with real-world examples.
Careers:
The program prepares graduates for a variety of career paths in the offshore renewable energy sector, including:
- Engineering roles: Design, development, and operation of offshore wind and ocean energy systems.
- Project management: Planning, execution, and monitoring of offshore renewable energy projects.
- Research and development: Contributing to the advancement of offshore renewable energy technologies.
- Policy and regulation: Shaping the regulatory framework for offshore renewable energy development.
Other:
The program emphasizes the importance of upskilling and reskilling for professionals working in logistics, project management, planning, and non-renewable engineering, as these areas will become increasingly important in the coming decade. The program also highlights the growing demand for skilled professionals in the renewable energy sector, particularly in offshore wind and ocean energy.
Places will be subsidised under the Human Capital Initiative (HCI) Pillar 1 as follows: Standard EU Fee: €2,000 90% Subsidised Fee: €200 100% Subsidised Fee: No course fee is payable by the applicant.
