306888 v.1 Graduate Certificate in Renewable Energy Engineering

Introduction

This course is offered by the Centre for Renewable Energy and Sustainable Technologies Australia (CRESTA). It is designed to provide engineers and scientists with specific training in advanced areas of renewable energy technologies and engineering applications. The emphasis is on the design, analysis, simulation and implementation of energy systems with special attention to renewable energy systems.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

A Bachelor of Engineering degree or equivalent, but students with degrees in other science-related areas may also be eligible.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability

This fee paying course is available only on a part-time basis over one year.

Course Organisation

This course consists of taught units and experimental work taken part-time. It will provide the theoretical background associated with both renewable and non-renewable energy sources and an in-depth knowledge of major renewable energy technologies - namely wind and photovoltaic. All engineering units involve laboratory work.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Availability

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.