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Course in Wave and Tidal Energy: Technical Fundamentals

Online 300 h course in wave and tidal energy: technical fundamentals. 6 modules covering IEC TS 62600-101 Wave energy resource assessment and characterisation, IEC TS 62600-201 Tidal current resource assessment and characterisation, and SWAN. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.

Duration300 h
ModeOnline
Start datesSet by the faculty
AwardSEIUM Institute certificate
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Course in Wave and Tidal Energy: Technical Fundamentals — studying from Australia

Australia's maritime sector is substantial, encompassing naval shipbuilding, offshore oil and gas, port operations and recreational boating. The Royal Australian Navy's shipbuilding programmes, including the Hunter class frigates and Henderson Defence Precinct in Western Australia, generate significant engineering demand. Offshore energy developments on the North West Shelf and in Bass Strait require marine and structural expertise. Recreational boating is widespread, supported by a strong sports nautical industry. Employers include naval shipbuilders, offshore operators, port authorities and marine equipment manufacturers.

Fees for Australia: A$1,270 (AUD), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.

Relevant bodies in Australia

  • Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA)
  • Naval Shipbuilding College
  • Standards Australia
  • National Offshore Petroleum Safety and Environmental Management Authority (NOPSEMA)

Typical roles

  • Naval Architect
  • Marine Engineer
  • Offshore Structures Engineer
  • Marine Systems Engineer

Questions from Australia

Is this training recognised by Australian maritime regulators such as AMSA?

SEIUM qualifications are private and are not official state degrees or accredited by national bodies. The Australian Maritime Safety Authority regulates maritime certificates and qualifications separately, and SEIUM training does not replace those requirements. Confirm with AMSA or your employer which credentials your intended role requires.

Which Australian employers might consider this qualification for naval or offshore work?

Offshore energy operators, shipbuilders, naval contractors, marine consultancies and sports nautical manufacturers are examples of Australian employers in this area. Their hiring decisions depend on their own criteria and on any required certifications. A private qualification is one factor among experience and licensing.

Can I study this part time from Australia, and can employers help pay?

Yes, the programmes are fully online and taught in English, so you can study from Australia without a student visa and fit learning around your schedule. Fees are payable in instalments, and employer sponsorship is possible. Confirm the total hours and expected pace before committing.

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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

01

Explain the origin and characterisation of the wave and tidal resource.

02

Classify wave energy technologies according to their energy capture principle.

03

Describe barrage and tidal current energy technologies.

04

Analyse power take-off systems and grid connection.

05

Estimate the annual output of a device from the available resource.

06

Evaluate the maturity, costs and environmental effects of these technologies.

07

Outline a preliminary marine energy extraction project.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Marine energy engineer looking to specialise in Wave and Tidal Energy: Technical Fundamentals.
  • Ocean resource analyst looking to specialise in Wave and Tidal Energy: Technical Fundamentals.
  • Technician at marine test centres looking to specialise in Wave and Tidal Energy: Technical Fundamentals.
  • Renewable projects developer looking to specialise in Wave and Tidal Energy: Technical Fundamentals.
  • Blue energy consultant looking to specialise in Wave and Tidal Energy: Technical Fundamentals.
  • Ocean energy researcher looking to specialise in Wave and Tidal Energy: Technical Fundamentals.
  • Engineering or science graduates seeking to enter the marine renewable energy sector.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • IEC TS 62600-101 Wave energy resource assessment and characterisation
  • IEC TS 62600-201 Tidal current resource assessment and characterisation
  • IEC TS 62600-100 Electrical performance assessment of wave energy converters
  • IEC TS 62600-200 Electrical performance assessment of tidal current converters
  • IEC TS 62600-2 Design requirements for marine energy systems
  • DNV-ST-0164 Tidal turbines
  • Directive 2014/89/EU establishing a framework for maritime spatial planning
Syllabus

6 modules · 300 h

  1. 1.1Origin of waves and tides
  2. 1.2Wave power per metre of wave front
  3. 1.3Harmonic components of the tide
  4. 1.4Tidal currents in straits and channels
  5. 1.5Thermal and salinity gradients
  6. 1.6Global resource atlases
  7. 1.7Seasonal variability and predictability
  8. 1.8Resource on the European Atlantic coast
  9. 1.9Practical limitations of exploitation
  10. 1.10Case study: wave resource on the Cantabrian coast
  1. 2.1Oscillating water column
  2. 2.2Point absorbers
  3. 2.3Attenuators and overtopping devices
  4. 2.4Oscillating flap converters
  5. 2.5Submerged differential pressure devices
  6. 2.6Power take-off systems
  7. 2.7Wells and impulse turbines
  8. 2.8Mutriku and Pelamis experiences
  9. 2.9Lessons from technological failures
  10. 2.10Workshop: comparing converters using a power matrix
  1. 3.1Tidal barrages and lagoons
  2. 3.2La Rance power station
  3. 3.3Horizontal-axis tidal current turbines
  4. 3.4Vertical-axis and shrouded turbines
  5. 3.5Subsea tidal kites
  6. 3.6Fixed and floating support structures
  7. 3.7MeyGen project and the EMEC centre
  8. 3.8Blockage effect in arrays
  9. 3.9Cavitation and blade loads
  10. 3.10Laboratory: power curve of a tidal current turbine
  1. 4.1Linear and rotary generators
  2. 4.2Hydraulic power take-off systems
  3. 4.3Power electronics and converters
  4. 4.4Device absorption control
  5. 4.5Subsea export cables
  6. 4.6Grid connection and power quality
  7. 4.7Storage and power smoothing
  8. 4.8Microgrids in island systems
  9. 4.9Hybridisation with offshore wind
  10. 4.10Practice: annual output of a device
  1. 5.1Technology Readiness Levels (TRL)
  2. 5.2Test scales and stages
  3. 5.3BiMEP and EMEC test centres
  4. 5.4Levelised cost of energy
  5. 5.5European support instruments
  6. 5.6Environmental effects of devices
  7. 5.7Permitting and maritime spatial planning
  8. 5.8Social acceptance and competing uses
  9. 5.9Survival in storms
  10. 5.10Case study: LCOE of a pilot array
  1. 6.1Site selection
  2. 6.2Resource characterisation
  3. 6.3Technology selection
  4. 6.4Output estimation
  5. 6.5Electrical grid connection
  6. 6.6Preliminary environmental assessment
  7. 6.7Economic analysis of the project
  8. 6.8Development roadmap
  9. 6.9Report and presentation
  10. 6.10Final review with the tutor
Methodology, software & labs

How you'll learn

100 % online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the enrolment period, making it easy to combine with work.

Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is SWAN, Delft3D, WEC-Sim, MATLAB, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Practicals cover real procedures for characterising the wave resource at a site, estimating output with power matrices, and economic evaluation of a pilot array. Assessment is continuous across each module, plus the final integrating project.

Accreditable laboratories(EN ISO/IEC 17025) with a rotor test rig, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibration/acoustics.
Evidence-driven final project:safety case, test plan, compliance dossier and operational limits.
Industry mentoring:lecturers with a track record in training, , eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
Flexible format(hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
Ethics and safety:a safety-by-design approach, with ciber-OT, DIH and compliance as its pillars.
Capstone project

Build it end to end

Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.

Site selection

Explain the origin and characterisation of the wave and tidal resource.

Resource characterisation

Classify wave energy technologies according to their energy capture principle.

Technology selection

Describe barrage and tidal current energy technologies.

Output estimation

Analyse power take-off systems and grid connection.

Electrical grid connection

Estimate the annual output of a device from the available resource.

Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Marine energy engineerOcean resource analystTechnician at marine test centresRenewable projects developerBlue energy consultantOcean energy researcher
Admissions & scholarships

Requirements

  • No prior degree is required.
  • Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
  • Sufficient Spanish to follow technical standards documentation.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The programme totals 300 hours, spread over 3 to 5 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with a full-time job.

The course uses SWAN, Delft3D, WEC-Sim and MATLAB. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.

A SEIUM Institute diploma on passing the continuous assessment and the integrating project. It is in-house training, not an official qualification from the Ministry.

Yes. Modules passed in a Course or Postgraduate Diploma in the same area are credited towards the higher-level programme. Check the recognition policy when you enrol.

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