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Sustainable Technologies Consultant Expert Certificate

3 Accredited Distance Learning Courses

The ECT runs courses in Energy, Marketing and Finance across the UK, in London, Birmingham
WHAT THIS ONLINE COURSE INCLUDES

3 Accredited courses:

Biomass
Wave and Hydro Power
A Specialisation Course

  • Live & On-Demand video lessons based on live classroom training developed by internationally recognised University Academics and Experts
  • Live individual tutorial conducted remotely with your assigned tutor
  • Course materials accessible on computer, tablet & mobile
  • Resource Centre to access knowledge
    and research
  • Remote exams for the internationally recognized Galileo Master Certificate
WHO IS IT FOR

This course is aimed at personnel and consultants who need to make an informed decision on which renewable energy technology will meet their specific needs or the needs of their clients.
Technicians and individuals intending to learn how to install, maintain and   repair biomass equipment.
Individuals intending to learn how marine, wave and hydro power works, how to install, maintain and repair the systems.

WHEN CAN I START?

You can start this Expert Certificate immediately.

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HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE?

You have up to 6 months to complete the On-Demand courses at your own pace.
This course is worth 70 hours of Continuous Professional Development (CPD).

COURSE PRICE
(With current funding)

£972

The Sustainable Technologies Consultant Expert Certificate course price includes remote exams for the Galileo Master Certificate; video lessons based on the live classroom training; course materials; Resource Centre access and is inclusive of VAT.


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Renewable Energy Training Courses Online and in the Classroom Accredited UK USA

“My Renewable Energy courses impacted greatly on my ability to successfully develop a Wind Turbine Power Project for the United Nations Industrial Development Organization” 

Alhaji Cham, National Water and Electricity Company Ltd

COURSE CONTENT

Biomass

  • What is Biomass?
  • Market, resources and targets overview
  • The physics principles
  • How biomass works (energy content, types of technologies, moisture content)
  • Design guidance (sizing, selecting, autonomy, storage, manufacturers)
  • Types of technologies: anaerobic digestion (bio-methane), gasification, pyrolysis, dual fuel, heating and power efficiencies
  • Environmental impact and analysis
  • Finance, regulation and incentives (RHI, MCS)
  • Case studies, best practice analysis, manufacturers
  • Simulation tools
  • Standards
  • References and further reading
  • Trade bodies and support

 

Wave and Hydro Power

  • What is Wave / Tidal Power
  • What is Hydro Power
  • Market, resources and targets overview
  • The physics principles (energy content, types of technologies)
  • Design guidance (types, sizing, selecting, manufacturers)
  • Environmental impact and analysis
  • Finance, regulation and incentives (FIT, CFD)
  • Case studies, best practice analysis
  • Simulation Tools
  • Standards
  • References and further readings

 

Specialisation Course

Choose from Renewable Energy Solutions or Renewable Energy Management and Finance

Certificate of Participation provided.

Internationally recognised GMC Certificate provided to successful candidates of remote GMC exam:

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Galileo Master Certificate (GMC)

The internationally recognised Galileo Master Certificate (GMC) has been achieved by participants worldwide for over 40 years, from organisations such as Coca Cola, Mitsubishi, United Nations UNDP, Siemens, Cambridge University, Oxfam GB, Tesco, the Royal Air Force, Ferrero, Honeywell and many more.

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    The ECT runs courses in Renewable Energy, Marketing and Finance across the UK, in London, Birmingham

    International Participants

    Participants connecting live from 150 countries. 

    Participants from all over the world can achieve the internationally recognised Galileo Master Certificate (GMC) by studying online EEC courses at home, the office, and on-the-go.

    Sustainable Technologies Consultant Expert Certificate

    Achieve the Sustainable Technologies Consultant Expert Certificate by studying these courses and passing the exams for the Galileo Master Certificate. This Expert Certificate is currently 25% funded.

    Past Participants

    Past Participants of the online REI Academy courses include representatives from major authorities and organisations, including the United Nations – UNIDO,Royal Dutch Shell and Ford Motor Company.

    See their testimonials here

    Research & Publications

    The ECT works with the United Nations (UNEP) and its partners to produce a series of publications