
About Course
The energy sector is rapidly transforming towards sustainability, creating high demand for professionals skilled in renewable energy, smart grids, and energy storage.
Global policies and industries are accelerating the adoption of these solutions, requiring a workforce adept at integrating renewable generation, energy storage, and digital grid technologies.
This specialised micro-credential empowers learners with in-depth expertise in sustainable power generation, advanced energy storage solutions, and intelligent smart grid design.
Learners will gain hands-on expertise in key areas such as sustainable energy generation and renewable integration, energy storage system applications, and smart grid design and analysis. This will prepare learners to design, analyse, and implement next-generation energy systems that enhance efficiency, resilience, and sustainability.
Integrating online and in-person delivery, the micro-credential combines hands-on learning activities to equip learners with practical skills for careers in renewable integration, energy storage, and smart grid deployment – positioning them as key contributors to the global transition toward sustainable energy.
This micro-credential is part of the CSM Pathway in Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
Who Should Attend
Assumed Prior Knowledge
Learning Outcomes
This micro-credential is predominantly delivered through a competency-based education (CBE) approach where learners acquire and demonstrate mastery of knowledge and skills that are directly relevant to job functions. This prepares them to be industry-ready where they can apply their newly acquired competencies to their work.
List of Competency Units
Code | Competency Unit Title | Credits |
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ENG3206C | Sustainable Energy Generation | 6 |
ENG3207C | Application of Energy Storage Systems | 6 |
ENG3208C | Smart Grid Design & Analysis | 6 |
- Analyse industry case studies involving energy generation from renewable (and greener) sources applying the basic principles of sustainable energy generation
- Design a sustainable power grid through the integration of clean energy resources, considering their technical, economic, and environmental aspects
- Assess the economic and technical viability of an energy storage system based on a full range of storage technologies available for grid application
- Analyse case studies involving the integration of energy storage in power systems
- Analyse a smart grid design involving technologies for integrated energy generation and storage
- Evaluate the impact of smart grid technologies in improving energy efficiency and reducing carbon footprint

Coaching for Success
During the course, you will have access to a team of qualified success coaches who can work with you on learning strategies or to develop a personalised learning plan. Through the success coaches, you can gain access to a wide range of resources and support services, and be empowered with the necessary tools to navigate your learning journey successfully.
Teaching Team

Dhivya Sampath Kumar
Assistant Professor, Engineering, Singapore Institute of Technology

Elsa Feng Xue
Associate Professor, Engineering, Singapore Institute of Technology

Sivaneasan
Associate Professor/ Deputy Dir, STLA, Engineering, Singapore Institute of Technology
Course Details
Schedule
Week | Learning Activity | Delivery and Time |
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1 – 12 | Self-directed learning (pre-recorded videos) | Asynchronous online |
1, 5, 9 | In-person lecture/training | In-person 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm |
2 – 4, 6 – 12 | Weekly consultation | Synchronous online |
3 – 12 | Assessments | Week 3 & 11: Assignments Week 4 – 12: Integrative Project Week 8: Assessment (Quiz) |
Certificate and Assessment
A Specialist Certificate in Sustainable Energy Systems will be issued to learners who:
- Attend at least 75% of the course and
- Undertake and pass all credit bearing assessments
Assessment Plan
- The learner will undertake a combination of projects and quizzes
Fee Structure
The full fee for this course is S$10,006.20.
Category | After SF Funding |
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Singapore Citizen (Below 40) | S$3,001.86 |
Singapore Citizen (40 & Above) | S$1,165.86 |
Singapore PR / LTVP+ Holder | S$3,001.86 |
Non-Singapore Citizen | S$10,006.20 (No Funding) |
Note:
- A one-time, non-refundable matriculation fee of $54.50 will be collected before course commencement.
- All fees above include GST. GST applies to individuals and Singapore-registered companies.
- Should you decide to convert to the degree pathway, you will be subject to SIT’s tuition fees and may qualify for the Ministry of Education (MOE) tuition grant, based on eligibility criteria set by MOE. Please note that the SkillsFuture subsidy will no longer be applicable once you convert to the degree pathway.
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