About Course
Electrical energy is a vital component of modern life and business operations. As systems grow in complexity and energy demands rise, managing losses, heat generation, cooling, and overall energy efficiency has become increasingly critical across all sectors.
With ongoing advancements in research and development, and the emergence of innovative product designs across industries, there is a growing emphasis on reducing energy losses to improve efficiency, minimise cooling requirements, and achieve long-term energy savings. This module introduces learners to the fundamentals of electrical energy consumption, illustrated through real-time examples from both domestic and industrial applications.
Learners will explore key concepts such as power losses, energy efficiency, life cycle costing, heat generation, thermal stability, and cooling strategies. Mathematical models and practical examples will be used to demonstrate how emerging technologies are designed to reduce power losses and enhance system performance.
Motor-driven systems, which account for a significant proportion of electrical energy use in both residential and industrial settings, will be a central focus. The module provides an overview of the roles played by Information and Communications Technology (ICT), power electronics, motor drives, modulation and control techniques, and magnetics. Case studies involving fans, pumps, compressors, air-conditioners, variable speed drives, and lighting loads will be discussed to contextualise learning.
This module, worth 6 credits, is one of three modules under the Graduate Certificate in Electrical Energy Efficiency and Sustainability, which is stackable towards the Master of Science in Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
Skills you’ll gain
Power and Clean Energy
Sustainability
Who Should Attend
Electrical Engineers seeking to specialise in the fast-growing energy efficiency sector and command premium salaries
Power Systems Professionals in operations, maintenance, design, or protection engineering who want to lead sustainability initiatives and cost-reduction projects
Industry Professionals from utilities, transport, manufacturing, and infrastructure sectors looking to optimise energy performance and meet regulatory requirements
Project Managers and Consultants overseeing energy efficiency projects who need technical depth to deliver superior results
Engineering Professionals ready to transition into the high-demand field of sustainable energy design
Minimum Entry Requirements
- A relevant bachelor’s degree from a recognised university
- At least one year of relevant working experience
Relevant degrees include but not limited to:
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Electrical Power Engineering degree awarded by Newcastle University (AY2013 to AY2016 intakes); or
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Electrical Power Engineering degree jointly awarded by SIT and Newcastle University (AY2017 intakes onwards)
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this module, learners will be able to:
- Explain patterns of electrical energy consumption across key sectors, including motor-driven systems, household appliances, industrial processes, and electronic loads.
- Identify and describe the major components in electrical equipment, including Information and Communications Technology (ICT), power electronics, motor drives, modulation and control systems, and magnetics.
- Analyse power losses and energy efficiency in electrical appliances and evaluate total life cycle costs to inform sustainable design decisions.
- Apply knowledge of motor-driven systems to real-world case studies involving fans, pumps, compressors, air-conditioners, and variable speed drives, and assess opportunities for energy savings and operational optimisation.
- Select and justify appropriate motors based on efficiency, application requirements, and sustainability considerations.
- Design and implement energy efficiency measures by identifying loss sources, evaluating system performance, and proposing improvements.
- Assess thermal stability and cooling system requirements in relation to heat generation and energy losses in electrical systems.
Teaching Team
Tseng King Jet
Professor/ Prog Leader, Engineering, Singapore Institute of Technology
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Nadarajan Sivakumar
Associate Professor, Engineering, Singapore Institute of Technology
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Course Details
Schedule
| course run | dates | Time |
|---|---|---|
| January 2027 | 4 Jan – 11 Apr 2027 | 9:00 am – 6:00 pm |
Certificate and Assessment
A Certificate of Attainment will be issued to participants who:
- Attend at least 75% of the course
- Undertake and pass non-credit bearing assessment during the course
- Participants will be awarded a Graduate Certificate in Electrical Energy Efficiency and Sustainability if they complete all three modules (totalling 18 credits) with a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 2.0
- The GCert is stackable towards SIT’s Master of Science in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (MSc EEE), and candidates who attain a CGPA of 2.5 or above may apply for transfer to the MSc EEE programme
Participants who meet the attendance requirement but do not pass the assessment will receive a Certificate of Participation.
Fee Structure
The full fee for this course is S$3,815.00.
| Funding Category | Eligible Funding | Course Fees Payable After Funding |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore Citizen (Below 40) | 70% | S$1,144.50 |
| Singapore Citizen (Above 40) Funded under SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES) | 90% | S$444.50 |
| Singapore PR / LTVP+ Holder | 70% | S$1,144.50 |
| Non-Singapore Citizen | Not Eligible | S$3,815.00 |
Note:
- All fees above include GST. GST applies to individuals and Singapore-registered companies.
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