Marine Energy Education Built for Tomorrow
We're focused on something specific—helping people build real skills in ocean and tidal energy. This isn't just another training program. It's a practical pathway designed around what the industry actually needs right now, with experienced professionals who've worked in marine energy for years.
Four Pathways to Marine Energy Expertise
Each program addresses different career stages and technical focuses. They're structured around real project experiences from Canada's coastal energy sector.
Tidal Systems Fundamentals
Starting point for anyone new to tidal energy. We cover resource assessment, turbine technology, and grid integration basics. Most participants come from engineering backgrounds but that's not required.
Advanced Marine Dynamics
For professionals already working in marine tech who want to specialize. We get into computational modeling, environmental impact studies, and regulatory frameworks specific to Canadian waters.
Ocean Energy Operations
Operations and maintenance focus. You'll learn installation procedures, monitoring systems, and troubleshooting protocols. This one's built around actual field scenarios from British Columbia installations.
Energy Policy & Planning
Business side of marine energy. Project finance, permitting processes, stakeholder engagement. Good fit for people moving into management or policy roles in the renewable energy sector.
From Registration to Real-World Application
Our approach is straightforward. You work through structured modules at your own pace, with scheduled check-ins and project reviews. Most people complete programs while working full-time.
Assessment & Planning
We start with a conversation about your background and goals. Then map out which program makes sense and what timeline works for you.
Structured Learning Modules
Technical content delivered through a mix of readings, simulations, and problem sets. Everything's online, but you're working with real data from operating installations.
Hands-On Project Work
You'll complete a capstone project based on an actual challenge in the sector. Previous projects have looked at site selection, turbine optimization, and environmental monitoring protocols.
Ongoing Support Network
After completion, you keep access to updated materials and the alumni network. People often come back with specific questions as they apply what they've learned.
Building Canada's Marine Energy Workforce
The ocean energy sector is still relatively small in Canada, but it's growing. There's real demand for people who understand both the technical and practical sides of marine energy systems.
What You Actually Get
Look—we're not going to promise you a specific job or salary. But we can tell you what past participants have done with this training. Some moved into project management roles at marine energy companies. Others used it to shift from traditional engineering into renewables.
A few have gone into consulting, working with communities exploring tidal energy projects. The common thread is they all wanted practical knowledge they could use right away.
Curriculum developed with input from operating projects on Canada's west coast
Training materials reflect current technology and installation practices
Focus on conditions and regulations specific to Canadian marine environments
Access to professionals currently working in tidal and wave energy development