Start date: March 2025
*UK level 7 comparable to level 9 on Irish national
Offshore Wind Energy with Demands and Applications
This programme provides an in-depth understanding of offshore wind energy technology, focusing on its growing demands and real-world applications.
Students will explore the principles of wind turbine power conversion, gaining insights into turbine dynamics and operational efficiency.
The course covers advanced modeling and analysis of the marine environment, assessing external loads on wind turbine sub-structures and foundations.
Designed for professionals and graduates seeking expertise in offshore wind energy, this programme equips learners with the technical knowledge and analytical skills required to thrive in the renewable energy sector.
Study is part-time and online. Online delivery is supported by an induction day at the beginning of the programme. The informative live webinars (two evenings per week) will aim to develop participants’ ability to apply knowledge and understanding of Offshore Energy. Participants may have to attend interactive group sessions (Saturdays). These sessions facilitate discussion and debate and promote the transference of skills and knowledge into the workplace, with guest lectures contributing to these important workshop sessions.
Advance your career in a wide range of roles, including: Project Manager/Engineer, Offshore Wind Engineer, Environmental Analyst/Consultant, Electrical Engineer, Offshore Wind, Turbine Technician, Marine Advisor/Consultant and more.
Programme Modules
Modules include Offshore Structural Integrity, Risk & Management, Principles of Generator Modelling & Control Techniques, Wind Turbine Technology and Dynamic Modelling Techniques for Offshore Wind Turbines.
How distance learning works
Chevron is committed to the delivery of a high-quality learning experience through blended learning. Our approach combines the flexibility of learning online, with classroom-based support and instruction, drawing on the strengths of each learning space. We have considerable expertise in flexible study and our online interactive learning management system is designed to enable you to study at your own pace.
All materials such as course notes, supplementary reading documentation, online videos, and assignment briefs are contained in folders within each module. You will also have access to our online student community, webinars, and discussion forums to foster communication with our other students to discuss and resolve issues related to your studies.
Online delivery is supported by an induction day at the beginning of the programme and someinteractive Saturday sessions throughout the course.
Student support
At Chevron College we are committed to the ongoing needs of our students and offer unrivalled support to all our learners:
- Highly qualified and experienced tutors.
- Online & interactive course content, discussion forum & webinars – study when it suits you.
- Scheduled weekly webinars.
- The opportunity to avail of formative feedback on draft assessments.
- Studies Advisor to assist with study plan and skills, in addition to referencing support. Recommended reading uploaded on online platform.
Entry Requirements
Academic Requirements: BEng in Electrical & Electronics Engineering/STEM or equivalent or CV experience.
You may need to provide evidence of your English language ability.
