Course curriculum

    1. Welcome activity! Gear Up for the Wind Industry!

    1. Scope

    2. Lesson 1.1 Introduction

    3. Lesson 1.2 Meteorology

    4. Lesson 1.3 Aerodynamics

    5. Lesson 1.4 Construction, assembling and commissioning

    6. Lesson 1.5 Health, Safety and Environment (HSE)

    7. Self-assessment

    1. Scope

    2. Lesson 2.1 Hydraulic

    3. Lesson 2.2 Mechanical

    4. Lesson 2.3 Electrical

    5. Self-assessment

    1. Scope

    2. Lesson 3.1 General

    3. Lesson 3.2 Rotor

    4. Lesson 3.3 Tower

    5. Lesson 3.4 Generator & Electrical & Converter

    6. Lesson 3.5 Hydraulic

    7. Lesson 3.6 Mechanical

    8. Lesson 3.7 Gearbox

    9. Self-assessment

    1. Learning Unit 1_WINd

    2. Learning Unit 2_WINd

    3. Learning Unit 3_WINd

    4. Presentation of Learning Unit 1

    5. Presentation of Learning Unit 2

    6. Presentation of Learning Unit 3

About this course

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Objectives and Target Group of the Course

This course acts as a wide-access delivery method for the WINd curriculum on upgrading the skills of workers in unsustainable energy sectors, with a view to their transition to the wind energy sector.

Who can enroll to the course? Learners - persons employed or searching for employment in the wind energy sector and adult educators/trainers.

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Course content

The course is structured as follows:

  • Textual content

  • Power point presentations

  • Multiple choice questions

  • Additional materials

FAQ

  • Will I get a Certificate of Completion after completing this course?

    Certificates of completion will be awarded to learners who have successfully completed all course activities. The certificates will act as evidence of professional development and skills acquisition; they do not represent an official degree.

  • What about timing? Can I take this self-paced?

    You can go at your own pace! Within any week of the course, you can look at the materials and take assessments whenever you have time available, regardless of your time zone. The course is completely online and you can access course materials and resources anytime via the web or your mobile device.

  • Do I need to take the course in a specific order?

    Whereas the course has a modular structure allowing learners to choose the modules and lessons that better address their needs and interests, it is highly recommended that learners take the course in order as each lesson builds upon the previous.

  • Can I contact the facilitator?

    The WINd MOOC is a self-guided course. Nonetheless, you can address your questions and queries regarding learning materials to the project staff at the following emails: [email protected]

Project Number: 2023-1-PT01-KA220-VET-000156817

Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.

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