Renewable energy courses aim to provide graduates with the skills and knowledge to enable them to work in the exciting and emerging area of Green Skills technology.
This type of work contributes to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and therefore helps to provide a sustainable future.
On completion of the Certificate III in Renewable Energy ELV, you will be able to:
- Recommend and implement environmentally sustainable solutions
- Provide advice regarding renewable energy solutions
- Perform accurate solar access assessments
- Perform renewable energy systems installation site assessments
- Perform building thermal performance assessments
- Install ELV renewable energy systems
- Fault find ELV renewable energy systems
Employment opportunities exist in organisations involved in renewable energy applications and the design, installation, commissioning, operation, maintenance and sale of renewable energy systems, equipment, products and services. These opportunities exist in the private sector and all levels of government.
Employment opportunities could include:
- Point of sale technical advice on renewable energy systems
- Solar site assessor
- Building thermal performance assessor
- Remote area ELV system installer and maintainer
Renewable energy courses at NMIT will be delivered in the new purpose built NMIT Green Skills Centre - a 5 Green Star rated building where students will be part of a real world sustainable learning environment.
The courses and facilities at NMIT offer a unique opportunity to gain extensive hands-on technical learning in the renewable energy and sustainability industry.
About the Course
- Local Students
- International Students
- National Code: UEE32010
- Cricos Code: 073166G
Campus: Epping
Duration
Full-time:
1 year
1040 hours. This course can be completed concurrently with the Certificate IV in Renewable Energy over 1 year.
Part-time:
4 years
Students may undertake this course part-time over 3-4 years approximately.
Further Study and Careers
Pathways to Further Study
Students may choose to continue to study the Certificate IV in Renewable Energy and the Renewable Energy stream of the Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology.
Career Opportunities
Employment opportunities could include:
- Point of sale technical advice on renewable energy systems
- Solar site assessor
- Building thermal performance assessor
- Remote area ELV system installer and maintainer
Entrance Requirements
Year 11 Mathematics (any) English.
Materials
Assessment Methods
Assessment in this program is conducted in two stages. Students must complete each module of underpinning knowledge by satisfactorily completing the required assignments and/or examinations to be eligible to attempt the relevant competency assessment. Each competency assessment consists of a number of actual/simulated work projects, which must be satisfactorily completed to demonstrate competencies in the relevant workplace function.
Materials
Students should expect to spend approximately $300 in text book costs and $350 on materials throughout the duration of the course. Printed materials, online resources and text books are used.
Fees
The student tuition fee is indicative only and subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
Additional fees may apply such services and amenities fees.
Fees for students commencing in 2012
Fees for students who commenced between 2009 and 2011
How to Apply:
Local Students
Full-time:
To start this course, apply directly to NMIT.
NMIT's open days are known as Super Thursdays - check out dates and times for upcoming information sessions.
Note: evidence of citizenship/residency and proof of age is required when enrolling.
Are you eligible for a government subsidised place?
Contact NMIT now to find out more about fees and charges.
Part-time:
Please contact the department directly if you are interested in studying part-time.
Units of Study
The hours displayed are nominal, as indicated in the National Training Package. Actual classroom hours delivered may differ. Please contact the department for the latest student contact hours information.
