A comprehensive and 100% online program, exclusive to TECH, with an international perspective backed by our membership in the American Society for Engineering Education”

Wind Energy has evolved from being considered just an alternative within the wide range of electricity generation technologies to becoming a fundamental pillar in many global energy systems. This transformation not only highlights its capacity for innovation and adaptability but also underscores its potential to supply energy to entire populations, reaffirming its role as one of the most consistent and effective sustainable technologies.

In response to this global context, the Master's Degree has been designed to provide engineers with in-depth knowledge of Wind Energy, from wind characterization to the most advanced technologies for harnessing it. Additionally, the program covers the most practical aspects of promoting and financing wind projects, ensuring that professionals not only understand the engineering behind wind turbines but also the economic and financial keys to guaranteeing the viability of projects. The program will also address the challenges facing the Wind Energy sector in an integrated manner.

To this end, TECH has developed a comprehensive, fully online, and flexible program, allowing graduates to avoid issues such as traveling to a physical center and adjusting to a fixed schedule. Furthermore, students will benefit from the revolutionary Relearning methodology, which involves the repetition of key concepts for optimal and organic content assimilation.

Thanks to TECH's membership in the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE), its students gain free access to annual conferences and regional workshops that enrich their engineering education. Additionally, they enjoy online access to specialized publications such as Prism and the Journal of Engineering Education, enhancing their academic development and expanding their professional network on an international scale.

Prepare yourself to take on strategic roles in a growing industry, with vast job opportunities and a positive impact on the transition to sustainable energy sources”

Este Master's Degree in Wind Energy conta com o conteúdo educacional mais completo e atualizado do mercado. As suas principais características são: 

• The development of practical cases presented by experts in Wind Energy
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

You will explore the specific characteristics of Offshore Wind Energy, highlighting its growing importance in the global energy context, supported by an extensive library of multimedia resources”

The program features a faculty of professionals from the Wind Energy sector, sharing their work experience, along with renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide an immersive learning experience designed to prepare for real-life situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the student must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. For this purpose, the professional will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

Upon completing the program, you will be prepared to contribute effectively to one of the most exciting and essential fields in the transition to a sustainable energy future”

You will deepen your understanding of various Wind Energy technologies, enabling you to make design and engineering decisions that optimize energy generation”

The program will delve into the construction and operation of Wind Energy facilities, examining best practices to optimize energy performance. It will also cover the financing of Wind Energy projects, enabling professionals to understand the crucial economic aspects for the sustainable development of these projects. Additionally, the program will explore offshore Wind Energy, analyzing the specificities and advantages of this emerging technology. Upon completion, engineers will have acquired in-depth, applicable knowledge, preparing them to effectively contribute to one of the most innovative and necessary industries of the 21st century.

The program content has been designed to provide engineers with comprehensive and specialized training in all aspects related to Wind Energy, as part of Renewable Energies”

Module 1. Design of Wind Measurement Campaigns and Technologies

1.1. Wind Energy

1.1.1. Wind Energy
1.1.2. Origin of Wind and Its Patterns on Earth
1.1.3. Effects Impacting Wind Regimes

1.2. Wind Resource Characterization

1.2.1. Relationship Between Wind Speed and Wind Power
1.2.2. Betz Limit and Tip Speed of Blades
1.2.3. Evolution of Wind Turbine Size and Global Installed Capacity
1.2.4. Magnitudes to Measure to Validate a Wind Turbine Model According to IEC-61400

1.3. Meteorological Stations Based on Masts (I). Guyed Masts and Self-Supporting Masts

1.3.1. Guyed Masts
1.3.2. Self-Supporting Masts
1.3.3. Instrumentation

1.4. Meteorological Stations Based on Masts (II). Configuration, Operation, and Auxiliary Equipment

1.4.1. Instrument Calibration
1.4.2. Data Loggers
1.4.3. Power Supply Equipment
1.4.4. Data Download and Storage

1.5. Meteorological Stations Based on Doppler Effect

1.5.1. LIDAR
1.5.2. SODAR
1.5.3. Advantages and Disadvantages Compared to Mast-Based Stations

1.6. Design of Pre-Construction Measurement Campaigns

1.6.1. Preliminary Wind Farm Design Generation
1.6.2. Measurement Point Location Design Based on MEASNET Recommendations
1.6.3. Iterative Design Adjustment Based on Practical Limitations

1.7. Design of Power Curve Measurement Campaigns

1.7.1. Essential Cases for Power Curve Measurement Campaigns
1.7.2. Measurement Point Location Design Based on IEC-61400 Requirements
1.7.3. Additional Requirements from Manufacturers

1.8. Specifics of Measurements for Offshore Projects

1.8.1. Meteorological Stations and Their Platforms
1.8.2. Power Supply Equipment
1.8.3. Campaign Design

Module 2. Wind Resource Modeling and Energy Production Studies

2.1. Topographic Maps and Spatial Limitations in Onshore Wind Farms

2.1.1. Orography
2.1.2. Roughness and Obstacles
2.1.3. Site Visit
2.1.4. Spatial Limitations for Wind Turbine Placement

2.2. Topographic Maps and Spatial Limitations in Offshore Wind Farms

2.2.1. Orography and Bathymetry
2.2.2. Oceanographic Data
2.2.3. Spatial Limitations for Wind Turbine Placement

2.3. Processing of Meteorological Station Measurements I: Data Filtering and Treatment

2.3.1. Analysis of Measurement Integrity
2.3.2. Data Filtering and Gap Filling
2.3.3. Specifics of Doppler-Based Meteorological Stations

2.4. Processing of Meteorological Station Measurements II. Extrapolation and Wind Resource Calculations

2.4.1. Vertical Profile
2.4.2. Reference Data
2.4.3. Long-Term Extrapolation

2.5. Wind Modeling I: Software Utilities

2.5.1. Requirements
2.5.2. Commercial Software for Simple Topographies
2.5.3. Commercial Software for Complex Topographies

2.6. Wind Modeling II. Estimating Production of a Wind Farm

2.6.1. Wind Conditions at Wind Turbine Locations I

2.6.1.1. Vertical Profile and Air Density

2.6.2. Wind Conditions at Wind Turbine Locations II

2.6.2.1. Turbulence and Wind Flow Inclination

2.6.3. Extreme Winds

2.7. Energy Production Estimation

2.7.1. Wind Turbines: Power Curves and Other Characteristics
2.7.2. Gross Production Estimation
2.7.3. Wake Losses and Other Losses Calculations
2.7.4. Net Production Estimation

2.8. Uncertainty Calculation in Energy Production Studies

2.8.1. Measurements and Long-Term Extrapolation
2.8.2. Wind Flow and Wake Modeling
2.8.3. Power Curve and Operational Losses
2.8.4. Exceedance Energy Levels

2.9. Other Software for Non-Wind Flow Modeling Purposes

2.9.1. Processing of Meteorological Measurements
2.9.2. Wind Turbine Placement Design
2.9.3. Other Purposes

2.10. Wind Production Time Series

2.10.1. Generation Methods
2.10.2. Utilities
2.10.3. Relevant Parameters and Statistics

Module 3. Wind Technology: The Wind Turbine

3.1. Types of Wind Turbines

3.1.1. Generation Capacity
3.1.2. Rotor Axis Arrangement
3.1.3. Equipment Positioning Relative to the Wind
3.1.4. Number of Blades

3.1.4.1. Based on Electric Generator Type
3.1.4.2. Type of Control and Regulation System
3.1.4.3. Based on Wind Type

3.2. Wind Turbine Components

3.2.1. Main Components of the Darrieus Wind Turbine
3.2.2. Main Components of the Savonius Wind Turbine
3.2.3. Main Components of the Horizontal Axis Wind Turbine

3.3. Wind Turbine Tower

3.3.1. Tower and Its Types
3.3.2. Design Criteria
3.3.3. Foundation

3.4. Wind Turbine Power Train

3.4.1. Low-Speed Rotor Shaft
3.4.2. Gearbox and Its Components
3.4.3. High-Speed Shaft and Flexible Coupling

3.5. Wind Turbine Generator

3.5.1. Types of Generators in Wind Turbines
3.5.2. Power Converter
3.5.3. Electrical Protection Systems

3.6. Wind Turbine Blades

3.6.1. Hub and Blade Components
3.6.2. Pitch System
3.6.3. Blade Bearing

3.7. Wind Turbine Orientation System

3.7.1. Vane System
3.7.2. Yaw System
3.7.3. Hydraulic Group and Brake System

3.8. Wind Turbine Transformer

3.8.1. Transformer Station
3.8.2. Collector System
3.8.3. Sectioning Cell

3.9. Anemometers of the Wind Turbine

3.9.1. Wind Measurement
3.9.2. Types of Anemometers
3.9.3. Anemometer Calibration

3.10. Wind Turbine Obstruction Lights

3.10.1. Lighting Type
3.10.2. Air Safety Standards
3.10.3. Grouping of Wind Turbines

Module 4. Development and Construction of Wind Farms

4.1. Wind Farm Site Selection: A Complex and Multidisciplinary Decision

4.1.1. Energy Resource
4.1.2. Land Ownership
4.1.3. Interconnection Capacity

4.2. Wind Resource for Project Development

4.2.1. Wind Speed and Direction
4.2.2. Vertical Profile and Temporal Variability
4.2.3. Turbulence

4.3. Terrain Complexity

4.3.1. Access Roads
4.3.2. Geographic Surroundings
4.3.3. Site Orography

4.4. Social Considerations in Wind Farm Development

4.4.1. Local Communities
4.4.2. Positive Impacts
4.4.3. Negative Impacts

4.5. Wind Farm Interconnection

4.5.1. Step-Up Substation
4.5.2. Interconnection Substation
4.5.3. High Voltage Transmission Line (HVTL)

4.6. Technical-Economic Considerations in the Promotion and Development of Wind Farms

4.6.1. Budget for Studies
4.6.2. Budget for Administrative Procedures
4.6.3. Total Budget

4.7. Scheduling and Planning for the Development and Promotion of Wind Farms

4.7.1. Study Scheduling
4.7.2. Administrative Procedure Scheduling
4.7.3. Overall Timeline

Module 5. Civil Engineering Design for Wind Farm Construction

5.1. Programming and Planning of Wind Farm Civil Works

5.1.1. Civil Works for Wind Farms
5.1.2. Project Analysis
5.1.3. Engineering Process Scheduling and Planning

5.2. Wind Turbine Foundations

5.2.1. International Regulatory Framework
5.2.2. Types of Foundations
5.2.3. Foundation Analysis Based on Ground Characteristics

5.3. Shallow Foundations for Wind Turbines

5.3.1. Calculation Methodology
5.3.2. Wind Turbine Foundation. Calculation Example
5.3.3. Construction Procedure

5.4. Deep Foundations for Wind Turbines

5.4.1. Calculation Methodology
5.4.2. Wind Turbine and Wind Resource Tower Foundation. Calculation Example
5.4.3. Construction Procedure

5.5. Roads and Access for Wind Farms

5.5.1. Calculation Methodology
5.5.2. Roads and Access for Wind Farms. Calculation Example
5.5.3. Construction Procedure

5.6. Trenches for Cabling

5.6.1. Trench Layout and Characterization
5.6.2. Geometric Definition of Trenches
5.6.3. Construction Procedure

5.7. Wind Turbine Assembly Platforms

5.7.1. Calculation Methodology for Platform Design
5.7.2. Platform Design. Calculation Example
5.7.3. Wind Turbine Construction Procedure

5.8. Civil Works for the Substation. Power Transformer and Medium/High Voltage Equipment

5.8.1. Civil Engineering Applied to the Substation
5.8.2. Transformer Bank. Calculation Example
5.8.3. Construction Procedure

5.9. Civil Works for the Substation. Control and Measurement Building

5.9.1. Characterization of the Control and Measurement Building
5.9.2. Floor Plan Description of a Control Building
5.9.3. Construction Procedure

Module 6. Electrical and Communications Design for Wind Farms

6.1. Electrical Circuits in the Wind Farm: Low Voltage, Transformer, Distribution, Substation

6.1.1. Electrical Distribution Networks
6.1.2. Distribution Substations
6.1.3. Low Voltage Network Components

6.2. Alignment of Wind Turbines and Single-Line Diagrams

6.2.1. The Wind Farm
6.2.2. Electrical Symbols
6.2.3. Single-Line Diagram of a Wind Turbine
6.2.4. Single-Line Diagram of Medium Voltage Collector System
6.2.5. Single-Line Diagram of Generation Substation

6.3. Medium Voltage Transformers

6.3.1. Medium Voltage Transformer
6.3.2. Electrical Connections
6.3.3. Protection Systems

6.4. Substation (I). High Voltage Transformer

6.4.1. High Voltage Transformer
6.4.2. Electrical Connections
6.4.3. Protection Systems

6.5. Substation (II). High Voltage Side and Connection to the Electric Company

6.5.1. Outdoor Park
6.5.2. Switchgear
6.5.3. Disconnectors

6.6. Substation (III). Medium Voltage Cells and Protection

6.6.1. Medium Voltage Cell
6.6.2. Current and Voltage Transformers
6.6.3. Electrical Connections

6.7. Fiber Optic Network for Communication and Monitoring System

6.7.1. Fiber Optic Systems. Advantages and Disadvantages
6.7.2. Fiber Optic Configurations
6.7.3. Fiber Optic Network in Wind Farms

6.8. Capacitor Banks in the Substation

6.8.1. Capacitor Bus
6.8.2. Current Collectors
6.8.3. Crowbar

6.9. SCADA. Wind Farm Measurement Parameters

6.9.1. SCADA System Configuration
6.9.2. Monitoring Parameters
6.9.3. Technology and Hardware

6.10. SCADA. Communication and Operation with the Electric Company

6.10.1. International Standards and Grid Codes
6.10.2. Client SCADA Operation
6.10.3. Local-Remote Operation

Module 7. Construction and Commissioning of Wind Farms

7.1. Preliminary Studies and Comprehensive Engineering Analysis

7.1.1. Energy Resource
7.1.2. Civil Studies
7.1.3. Electrical Studies

7.2. Logistics, Transportation, and Storage of Wind Farm Components

7.2.1. Route Study
7.2.2. Logistics and Transportation
7.2.3. Component Storage

7.3. Construction of Junctions, Roads, Foundations, and Mounting Platforms for Wind Farms

7.3.1. Junctions
7.3.2. Roads and Mounting Platforms
7.3.3. Foundations

7.4. Trenches and Installation of Electrical and Communication Cabling for Wind Farm Setup

7.4.1. Civil Works
7.4.2. Cable Laying
7.4.3. Border Points in High Voltage (HV) and Electrical Substation (ES)

7.5. Cranes for Wind Turbine Assembly

7.5.1. Auxiliary Cranes
7.5.2. Main Crane
7.5.3. Crane Configuration

7.6. Assembly of Towers, Nacelle, and Blades for Wind Turbines

7.6.1. Tower Assembly
7.6.2. Nacelle Assembly
7.6.3. Blade Assembly

7.7. Commissioning of the Wind Farm

7.7.1. Cold Commissioning
7.7.2. Hot Commissioning
7.7.3. Grid Integration

7.8. Technical-Economic Considerations for Wind Farm Construction

7.8.1. Turbine Supply Agreement (TSA)
7.8.2. Balance of Plant (BoP) and Interconnection
7.8.3. CAPEX

7.9. Scheduling and Planning for Wind Farm Execution

7.9.1. TSA Scheduling
7.9.2. BoP Scheduling
7.9.3. Interconnection Scheduling

Module 8. Operation and Maintenance of Wind Farms

8.1. Operation and Maintenance (O&M) of Wind Farms

8.1.1. Importance of O&M (Operation and Maintenance) in Wind Energy
8.1.2. Wind Turbines Life Cycle
8.1.3. Key Players in O&M (Operation and Maintenance) of Wind Energy

8.2. Maintenance and Reliability Strategies in Wind Farms

8.2.1. Preventive Maintenance Strategies
8.2.2. Corrective Maintenance Strategies
8.2.3. Reliability and Failure Analysis in Wind Turbines
8.2.4. Optimization of Maintenance Plans

8.3. Scheduled Maintenance Protocols and Wind Farm Inspections

8.3.1. Establishing Maintenance Schedules
8.3.2. Routine Inspection Techniques

8.3.2.1. Visual Inspections
8.3.2.2. Drone Inspections

8.3.3. Use of Predictive Maintenance Tools

8.3.3.1. Vibration Analysis
8.3.3.2. Thermography

8.4. Fault Diagnosis and Troubleshooting in Wind Turbines

8.4.1. Common Wind Turbine Failures
8.4.2. Diagnostic Techniques
8.4.3. Troubleshooting Procedures
8.4.4. Case Studies of Fault Resolution

8.5. Advanced Monitoring and Control Systems for Wind Farms

8.5.1. SCADA Systems in Wind Energy
8.5.2. Real-Time Monitoring Technologies
8.5.3. Data Analysis for Predictive Maintenance
8.5.4. Remote Operations and Maintenance

8.6. Operation and Maintenance (O&M) of Offshore Wind Turbines

8.6.1. Specific Challenges of Offshore O&M
8.6.2. Maintenance Strategies for Offshore Wind Farms
8.6.3. Access and Logistics
8.6.4. Use of Autonomous and Remote-Controlled Systems

8.7. Health, Safety, and Environmental Considerations in Wind Farm Operation and Maintenance

8.7.1. International Health and Safety Regulations in Wind Energy O&M
8.7.2. Risk Assessment and Management
8.7.3. Environmental Impact and Mitigation Strategies
8.7.4. Emergency Response Planning

8.8. Cost Management and Economic Considerations

8.8.1. Cost Structure of Wind Energy O&M
8.8.2. Strategies to Reduce Maintenance Costs
8.8.3. Economic Impact of Maintenance Strategies
8.8.4. Financial Models for O&M Planning

8.9. Technological Innovations in Wind Energy O&M

8.9.1. Emerging Technologies in Wind Turbine Maintenance
8.9.2. Role of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
8.9.3. Future Trends in Wind Energy O&M
8.9.4. Integration of Renewable Energy Systems

8.10. Successful O&M Programs and Industry Best Practices

8.10.1. Successful O&M Programs
8.10.2. Lessons Learned from Industry Leaders
8.10.3. Best Practices for Wind Energy O&M
8.10.4. Future Directions and Research Opportunities

Module 9. Financing Wind Energy Projects

9.1. Financing Energy Infrastructure Projects

9.1.1. Infrastructure Projects
9.1.2. Financing in Infrastructure Development
9.1.3. Economic and Social Impact of Infrastructure Projects

9.2. Key Players in the Financing of Wind Energy Projects

9.2.1. Project Developers
9.2.2. Private Investors
9.2.3. Financial Institutions

9.3. Financing Structures for Wind Farms

9.3.1. Types of Financing Structures
9.3.2. Design and Optimization of Capital Structure
9.3.3. Financing Structures in Wind Energy Projects

9.4. Project Finance for Financing Energy Projects

9.4.1. Project Finance
9.4.2. Differences Between Project Finance and Other Forms of Financing
9.4.3. Stages of Project Finance

9.5. Risks and Mitigation in Wind Energy Project Financing

9.5.1. Risk Classification
9.5.2. Risk Mitigation Strategies
9.5.3. Risk Mitigation Examples in Wind Energy Projects

9.6. Financial Modeling for Wind Farms

9.6.1. Financial Modeling
9.6.2. Financial Modeling of the 3 Main Financial Statements
9.6.3. Stages in Building a Financial Model

9.7. Key Assumptions and Critical Parameters in the Financial Modeling of a Wind Energy Project

9.7.1. Defining the Base Case
9.7.2. Validation and Adjustment of Assumptions
9.7.3. Scenario Evaluation

9.8. Valuation and Assessment Techniques for Wind Energy Projects

9.8.1. Valuation Methods
9.8.2. Sensitivity and Scenario Analysis
9.8.3. Case Study Examples of Wind Energy Project Valuation

9.9. International Regulatory Analysis and Its Financial Impact on Energy Projects

9.9.1. International Regulatory Framework and Government Policies
9.9.2. Impact of Incentives and Subsidies on Project Financing
9.9.3. Case Study Examples of International Regulatory Frameworks

9.10. Current and Future Trends in Wind Energy Project Financing

9.10.1. Innovations in Wind Energy Project Financing
9.10.2. Examples of Innovation in Wind Energy Project Financing
9.10.3. Future Trends

Module 10. Offshore Wind Farms

10.1. Offshore Wind Energy

10.1.1. Offshore Wind Energy
10.1.2. Differences Between Offshore and Onshore Wind Energy
10.1.3. Current Market and International Agreements

10.2. Criteria for Offshore Wind Farm Installation

10.2.1. Aspects Related to Platform Ownership
10.2.2. Aspects Related to Wind Availability
10.2.3. Aspects Related to the Seabed

10.3. Advanced Offshore Technologies. Differences with Onshore

10.3.1. Offshore Wind Turbines
10.3.2. Machine Segments: Functions
10.3.3. Complementary Aspects of Offshore Wind Energy

10.4. Offshore Machines

10.4.1. Main Segments of the Nacelle
10.4.2. Main Segments of the Tower
10.4.3. Key Aspects of the Foundation

10.5. Offshore Wind Farms Worldwide: Contribution to the Energy Mix

10.5.1. Renewable Energy and Wind Energy Share in the Global Energy Mix
10.5.2. Offshore Wind Energy Share in the Global Energy Mix
10.5.3. Analysis of Projections and Possible Scenarios for this Technology

10.6. Potential Offshore Wind Projects: Future Projections

10.6.1. Existing Projects: Geographical Distribution and Context Analysis
10.6.2. Potential Offshore Wind Projects: Geographical Distribution and Context Analysis
10.6.3. Floating Wind Energy Projects

10.7. Logistics, Construction, and Maintenance of Offshore Wind Farms

10.7.1. Industrial Facility Location, Analysis of Existing Projects
10.7.2. Construction of Offshore Wind Farms
10.7.3. Maintenance and Operation of an Offshore Wind Farm

10.8. Safety and Environment in Offshore Wind Energy

10.8.1. International Safety Standards Applicable in the Offshore Industry
10.8.2. International Environmental Standards Applicable in the Offshore Industry
10.8.3. Safety and Environmental Management in an Offshore Wind Farm

10.9. Safety and Environmental Management in an Offshore Wind Turbine

10.9.1. Sustainability and Environmental Management Tools
10.9.2. Safety and Environmental Management Tools
10.9.3. Impact Studies in Offshore Wind Farms

10.10. Current Challenges in Offshore Wind Energy

10.10.1. Challenges Related to Economic-Financial Aspects
10.10.2. Challenges Related to Product Quality
10.10.3. Challenges Related to the Global Political-Economic Context

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