Programme Brief

With the increasing awareness of renewable energy systems, electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrid technologies, the use of battery storage systems is becoming increasingly important.

As such, Battery Energy Storage Systems 101: A Practical Introduction to Battery Technology, Chemistry and Applications course will be exploring the electrical principles of various types of batteries, battery chemistry and construction, life cycle of various battery chemistries, battery charging circuits and operation, safety and applications of battery storage systems as well as possible future trajectory of battery technology.

 

Target Audience

  • Solar Photovoltaic (PV) technicians
  • Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs) technicians
  • Auto-Electrical Technicians
  • Electrical and Maintenance Engineers
  • Renewable Energy Engineers
  • Plant Managers
  • Power System Maintenance Personnel
  • Health and Safety Personnel
  • Procurement Personnel

 

Learning outcomes

On completion of this course, learners will be able to:

  • Explain the rationale for selecting various battery technologies/chemistries:
  • Distinguish battery technologies and storage systems based on categories:
  • Determine the storage requirements based on calculations and usage:
  • Discuss the safety and hazards associated with electrochemical energy storage:
  • Understand the balance of designing an electrochemical energy storage system to meet maximum performance, financial feasibility and safety requirements.

Course Outline

Please click here to view the full course outline.

 

Why study at SBCS?

  • Instructors are certified, highly skilled and experienced practitioners who bring their knowledge and work experience to the classroom
  • Learners have access to a fully equipped welding workshop to carry out various maintenance tasks
  • Course is career oriented. The curriculum was developed to meet the needs of the current marketplace
  • Convenient class schedules. Classes are offered part time, which allows working individuals to balance their work and educational needs

Our Campus

        

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Schedule & Fees

Blended - Online Classes plus Practical Session @ Champs Fleurs Campus

 Please note there are no schedules available at this time.
 

All information provided is subject to change without prior notice.

  • 10 weeks
  • Champs Fleurs

N/A

  • Administration fee: US$23 / TT$150
  • Registration deadline: One week before the scheduled start date of the class.
  • Payment Plan: 50% down payment of the tuition to start the class and the balance to be paid by the end of the course. However, should you require a payment plan more tailored to you, feel free to let us know so we can discuss further.

Online Registration

To register for the online course, please follow the instructions below:

1. Please complete the Online Programme Registration Form and click submit.

 

Once the form has been completed, please proceed to make your payment via the following options below:

2. PayPal – Please click the ” Add to Cart” button below:

All relevant information about accessing online sessions will be sent via email within 3-5 working days.

 

3. WI Pay (Credit Card) – If you wish to utilize this method, please forward an email to cite-it@sbcs.edu.tt indicating if you would be paying the full cost or whether you would like to access any of our payment plan plan options. Once this is confirmed, an invoice will then be forwarded via email.

 

*If you do not have a PayPal account, or a credit card, you can utilize any of the following payment options:

4. Payment of TT$3,000.00 can be made via direct deposit to the following SBCS Republic Bank Account (3501 3848 7501).

Once you have deposited the required payment, please email and attach a copy of the stamped deposit slip to Centre for Information Technology and Engineering (CITE) cite-it@sbcs.edu.tt informing of such.

Once CITE verifies the deposit, final registration details will be forwarded to the student.

For further information, please send an email to Centre for Information Technology and Engineering (CITE) cite-it@sbcs.edu.tt  or call 663-7227 extensions 1092/3/4/5.

For further details please email cite-eng@sbcs.edu.tt or call the numbers below:

  • Champs Fleurs – (868) 663-7227 extensions 1092/3/4/5

Email: cite-it@sbcs.edu.tt for more details.