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Credential Program: Battery Storage and the Energy Transition

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Please note: Enrollment in this program is currently limited to residents of New York State.

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About this course:
As the demand for mobile electrical solutions, grid integration of batteries, and domestic battery manufacturing continues to rise, the need for skilled professionals in the battery industry is growing exponentially. This learning pathway consists of three courses designed to provide you with a deep understanding of the role and application of battery storage in the evolving energy landscape. Each course will focus on different aspects of energy storage, from historical energy systems to the practical challenges and applications of battery storage technologies.
 
Level: Intermediate | Duration: 7 hours | Credential: Battery Storage and Energy Transition Program digital badge | Format: Online and self-paced, access immediately
 
This course is currently available at no cost to participants for a limited time due to EDA grant funding.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Evaluate the global drivers and trends facilitating the shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources.
  • Analyze the development, opportunities, and projected market growth of battery energy storage systems.
  • Discuss the necessity for flexibility within the electricity market and identify different flexibility options available to enhance market efficiency.
  • Identify Technical and Financial Implications in Renewable Energy Applications.
  • Explore the Role of Energy Storage in the Evolving Energy System.

Courses in this program: 

  1. The Energy System - Present and Future
  2. The Importance of Energy Storage
  3. Applications and Challenges of Battery Storage

These courses are also all available as standalone credential offerings if you would prefer a shorter learning experience.

Program format:

This online learning experience provides you with three courses sequentially ordered, each course includes interactive content lessons, virtual instructor-led video lectures, a downloadable learning guide, non-graded practice questions and a final graded assessment to test your understanding of the material covered in this course. You will earn course badges as you complete each section, leading up to the full program badge if you earn all seven course badges in the sequence.

You'll have access to a human instructor to answer your questions on the coursework, or schedule personalized virtual meetings with the instructor for one on one support to help you reach your goals in this program.

With this no-cost grant-funded offering, we've designed this program to be flexible, with no time limits or end dates through 2024. Complete the courses at your own pace that works best for your unique schedule.

Prerequisites:

There are no strict prerequisities to enroll in this program, but to get the most out of the learning we suggest some previous familiarity in the following topics:

  • Basic comprehension of renewable energy sources and technologies.
  • Interest in sustainability, energy efficiency, and technological advancements in the energy sector is beneficial.