Title: Energy Infrastructure
Credits: 5
read more »The aim of this module is to enable the learner to appreciate and critique the current portfolio of sustainable energy infrastructure used both nationally and internationally.
Title: Planning Process and Environmental Regulations
Credits: 5
read more »An overview of the theory, demands and constraints of plan making in the marine and terrestrial environment with respect to strategic development and coincident protection of ecosystems, resources and local concerns. Emphasis will be on current planning and regulatory tools and the use of software to assist decision-making in spatial planing for strategic infrastructure projects.
Title: Research Methods & Professional Practice
Credits: 10
read more »This module will equip learners to critically explore the development and completion of applied research methodologies using structured, responsible tools and actions while imbuing learners with work-ready skills for industrial practice. The students will be introduced to the key concepts involved in research and project management and develop their understanding of the uses and relevance of the major methodologies employed. The requirement for ethics and social responsibility are emphasised throughout, inclusive of data collection and compilation, project planning and dissemination of results.
Title: Sustainable Energy Systems 1 (Design):
Credits: 5
read more »This module is designed to cater for learners to build from the basics a knowledge of energy and energy systems, working towards the culmination of being able to critically evaluate sustainable energy systems. Module lectures and labs primarily concentrate on the general design and utilisation of sustainable energy systems, with analysis of systems conducted through self-directed learning with appropriate advisory feedback.
Title: Utilisation of Renewable Energy
Credits: 5
read more »This module will enable the student to develop a comprehensive understanding of the technologies and the opportunities associated with the utilisation of excess renewable energy generation.