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Course · 300 h · 5 modules
Course in Ocean Energy for Islands and Remote Communities
The Course in Ocean Energy for Islands and Remote Communities Prepares you to analyse how ocean energy can reduce diesel dependence on islands and remote coastal communities. You will study isolated power systems, the available ma
Duration300 h
FormatOnline
Starts23 November
Places20 / 20
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Programme overview
What is the Course in Ocean Energy for Islands and Remote Communities?
The Course in Ocean Energy for Islands and Remote Communities
Prepares you to analyse how ocean energy can reduce diesel dependence on islands and remote coastal communities. You will study isolated power systems, the available marine resource, wave, tidal stream, offshore wind and floating solar technologies, microgrids with storage and integration with desalination, always with a realistic view of each technology’s maturity and the local context.
Key advantages
- A practical focus: Energy solutions for real isolated settings.
- A whole-system view: Generation, storage, demand and water together.
- Marine technologies: Wave, tidal stream, offshore wind and floating solar.
- The social dimension: Community participation and local benefits.
- Case study: An energy proposal for an island or remote community.
Programme type
Course
Study mode
Online
Duration
300 hours
Modules
5
Programme highlights
- Understand isolated systems: Grasp diesel dependence and its costs.
- Assess the local resource: Identify the marine potential available.
- Design microgrids: Combine renewables and storage.
- Bring in water: Link energy and desalination.
- Boost your career: Open doors to development projects, island utilities and consultancies.
- Train to drive the energy transition on islands with solutions from the ocean.
Curriculum
Programme Structure
The programme is structured in 5 modules, listed below in order of study.
01
Isolated Energy Systems
- Characteristics of island grids
- Dependence on imported fuels
- Generation costs on islands
- Stability of small systems
- Island decarbonisation targets
02
Ocean Resources and Technologies
- Assessing the local marine resource
- Wave energy for islands
- Tidal stream and tidal range energy
- Offshore wind and floating solar
- Technology maturity and risks
03
Microgrids and Storage
- Microgrid architecture
- Battery storage
- Pumped storage and hydrogen
- Demand management
- System control and backup
04
Water, Energy and Community
- Renewable-powered desalination
- The water-energy nexus on islands
- Community energy
- Participation and social acceptance
- Local environmental impact
05
Feasibility and Case Study
- Cost comparison with diesel
- Funding and international cooperation
- Phased planning
- Monitoring indicators
- Case study: energy proposal for a remote island
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.
Hours a week8
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Who it is for
Energy engineers and technicians: working on isolated systems Island and coastal authority staff: planning the energy transition International development professionals: promoting energy access Energy consultants: who assess renewable projects Entrepreneurs and community managers: interested in community energy
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 isolated systems
- 02Assess the local marine resource
- 03Select technologies
- 04Design microgrids
- 05Integrate water and energy
- 06Assess feasibility
Careers
Career Opportunities
01Island energy project officer: Utilities, public bodies and developers.
02Energy transition consultant: Studies for islands and communities.
03Energy development officer: Energy access projects.
04Community energy manager: Participatory local projects.
Questions
Entry Requirements
No. It looks at islands and remote communities in different regions of the world and their constraints.
It depends on the technology and the location; the course takes a realistic look at where they can add value.
Yes. The water-energy nexus, which is key on many islands, is studied.
No. The necessary concepts are explained in an applied way.
An energy proposal based on marine renewables for an island or remote community.
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 Ocean Energy for Islands and Remote Communities 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, environmental science, marine science or a related field; or professional experience in energy, international development or local government. 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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