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Course · 300 h · 5 modules
Course in Energy Islands and Offshore Grids
The Course in Energy Islands and Offshore Grids Prepares you to understand energy islands and offshore grids, one of the approaches being pursued to connect large volumes of offshore wind to several countries. You will study the o
Duration300 h
FormatOnline
Starts23 November
Places20 / 20
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Programme overview
What is the Course in Energy Islands and Offshore Grids?
The Course in Energy Islands and Offshore Grids
Prepares you to understand energy islands and offshore grids, one of the approaches being pursued to connect large volumes of offshore wind to several countries. You will study the offshore energy hub concept, artificial islands and platforms, HVDC transmission and multi-terminal grids, interconnectors, hydrogen production at sea, and the technical, regulatory and planning challenges of infrastructure that is still at the design and development stage.
Key advantages
- A cutting-edge topic: Key infrastructure for the next generation of offshore wind.
- Technical and regulatory insight: Engineering, markets and cross-border cooperation.
- Modern transmission: HVDC, meshed grids and interconnectors.
- A cautious approach: Developing concepts explained with their uncertainties.
- Case study: Conceptual analysis of an offshore energy hub.
Programme type
Course
Study mode
Online
Duration
300 hours
Modules
5
Programme highlights
- Understand the concept: Learn about energy hubs and islands.
- Master transmission: Analyse HVDC and multi-terminal grids.
- Connect countries: Study interconnectors and markets.
- Integrate hydrogen: Assess hydrogen production at sea.
- Boost your career: Open doors to grid operators, developers and engineering firms.
- Train in the offshore energy infrastructure being planned for the coming decades.
Curriculum
Programme Structure
The programme is structured in 5 modules, listed below in order of study.
01
Energy Islands and Offshore Hubs
- The energy island concept
- Artificial islands and platforms
- Offshore wind hubs
- Projects under study and development
- Benefits and uncertainties
02
HVDC Transmission and Offshore Grids
- Fundamentals of HVDC transmission
- Converters and platforms
- Radial and meshed grids
- Multi-terminal grids
- Protection of DC grids
03
Interconnectors and Markets
- Cross-border interconnectors
- Hybrid connection projects
- Electricity markets and bidding zones
- Sharing costs and benefits
- Regional cooperation
04
Hydrogen and Combined Uses
- Electrolysis at sea
- Hydrogen transport by pipeline
- Storage and conversion
- Combining electricity and hydrogen
- Other uses of energy islands
05
Planning, Impact and Case Study
- Marine spatial planning
- Environmental impact of large infrastructure
- Engineering of artificial islands
- Regulatory framework and governance
- Case study: conceptual analysis of an offshore energy hub
Workload
Study Time and Workload
300 hours of study, online and at your own pace. Move the slider to the hours a week you can really put in.
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Who it is for
Electrical, industrial or civil engineers: interested in large offshore infrastructure Offshore wind professionals: who want a broader grid perspective Transmission system operator staff: planning future networks Energy and regulatory consultants: analysing markets and interconnectors Maritime engineering professionals: working on artificial islands and platforms
Faculty
Academic direction and faculty
The teaching team at Navalis: working professionals who deliver and oversee the institute's programmes.
Eng. Diego Cifuentes
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Eng. Tomás Riera
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Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
- 01Understand the energy island concept
- 02Understand HVDC transmission
- 03Analyse interconnectors
- 04Integrate hydrogen
- 05Plan the infrastructure
- 06Assess the challenges
Careers
Career Opportunities
01Offshore grid engineer: Grid operators and engineering firms.
02Interconnector and market analyst: Consultancies and utilities.
03Energy planning officer: Public bodies and transmission operators.
04Offshore hydrogen project consultant: Developers and engineering firms.
Questions
Entry Requirements
There are projects at the study and development stage; the course explains the concepts and their uncertainties without presenting them as established solutions.
Yes. It underpins long-distance transmission and offshore grids.
Yes. Markets, cost sharing and cooperation between countries are analysed.
A technical background helps, but concepts are explained in an applied way.
A conceptual analysis of an offshore energy hub linking wind farms to several markets.
100% online, with a virtual campus available 24/7, live sessions that are recorded, and tutorials with the teaching staff.
The programme involves 300 hours of study. You can work at your own pace within the timetable we give you when you enrol.
Each programme has its own start date, shown on this page and confirmed by our admissions team when you enquire.
On completing the programme you receive the Course in Energy Islands and Offshore Grids qualification awarded by Navalis Magna Institute.
Online admissions
Admissions Process
No waiting for a phone call. If your documents are complete, you can pay in the same session.
Entry requirements
Entry profile: Technical or university training in engineering, physical sciences, energy economics or a related field; or professional experience in the power, offshore wind or maritime sector. Language: A good working level of English to follow classes and materials. Technical requirements: A computer with a stable internet connection, an up-to-date browser and a webcam for live sessions and project presentations. Admissions process: Online application, profile review and a short interview with the academic team. We confirm your start date when you enquire.
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