Master of Engineering in Energy Efficiency
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Qualification type
Master's Degree
Credits
180
Sub-framework
HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
Providers listed
0
Qualification snapshot
Official qualification identity fields captured from the qualification record.
Originator
Vaal University of Technology
Quality assurance functionary
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Field
Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology
Subfield
Engineering and Related Design
Qual class
Regular-Provider-ELOAC
Recognise previous learning
Y
Important dates
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Registration start
2019-08-19
Registration end
2027-06-30
Last date for enrolment
2028-06-30
Last date for achievement
2031-06-30
Purpose and entry context
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Purpose and rationale
Purpose
The purpose of the Masters of Engineering in Energy Efficiency is to educate learners qualifying from undergraduate qualifications with knowledge and skills in the field of Energy Efficiency to enable them to engage at a high level in personal intellectual growth, gainful economic activity and contributions beneficial to local society and the international society as the qualification will be aligned with European-and Namibian Universities via the EDULINK PEESA project.
Rationale
The 21st century presents unique energy challenges and the trend is to continue to offer conventional engineering qualifications. Yet there is an industrial demand for learners who can tackle the challenges related to energy. A new educational offering dedicated to energy is essential, structured using modern approaches, technologies and standards. This transition thus calls for the development of an interdisciplinary approach and the ability to combine theory, practice and community engagement to for an innovative impact driven qualification on opportunities that exist. This qualification focuses on Energy which was presented and welcomed by industry partners such as ESKOM, Telkom, Master Technology (MTech) and Total Facilities Management Company (TFMC).
Entry requirements and RPL
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
The qualification may be granted, according to policies governing higher education, to learners who have acquired the skills and knowledge without attending formal courses provided they can demonstrate competence in the outcomes of the qualification as required by the fundamental, core and elective areas stipulated in the qualification and Exit Level Outcomes.
- An RPL process may also be used to credit learners with credits in which they have developed the necessary competency because of workplace and work-integrated learning.
- Learners submitting for RPL will be thoroughly briefed prior to assessment and may be required to submit a portfolio or evidence in the prescribed format to be accessed for formal recognition.
- The details of the Faculty RPL policy are as follows, presuming prior accredited learning has taken place:
> Learner applies for RPL against module, or part/full qualification at the relevant department (Head of Department-HOD).
> An exemption form is completed for the RPL of modules or part/full qualification.
> Credits are awarded for relevant, approved prior learning (RPL).
> Only then may the prospective candidate continue with full registration.
The institution will use the principles of RPL to assess two broad kinds of prior learning for credit
- Recognition of prior accredited learning. (Formal RPL): The qualification can be successfully completed through recognition of unit standards, modules or qualifications obtained at accredited institutions.
- Recognition of prior experiential learning. (Work experience, Informal, Non-formal) Recognition of prior experiential learning (work experience) is based on the principle of matching previous learning with the Exit Level Outcomes of the qualification and by this means, "translating the prior learning into the "levels and credits' of the qualification framework in the formal system. This refers to learning acquired in an 'uncredentialled' context, such as through work experience or through life experience.
Entry Requirements
The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is
- Relevant Engineering Bachelor's or Honours Degree, NQF Level 8, 480 or 120 Credits.
Replacement note
This qualification does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification.
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Qualification rules
This qualification consists following compulsory modules at Level 9 totalling 180 Credits.
Compulsory Modules, 180 Credits
- Energy Accounting and Economics, 20 Credits.
- Process Energy Management, 25 Credits.
- Electrical Systems, 20 Credits.
- Renewable Energy, 25 Credits.
- Research Project, 90 Credits.
Exit level outcomes
- Apply specialist knowledge to enable engagement with and critique of current research or practices; and an advanced scholarship or research in a discipline of Energy Efficiency engineering.
- The ability to design, select and apply appropriate and creative methods, techniques, processes or technologies to complex practical and theoretical problems related to Energy Efficiency engineering.
- Utilise resources to communicate and defend substantial ideas that are the products of research or development in to energy efficiency engineering.
- An ability to make autonomous ethical decisions which affect knowledge production.
- Engage in independent research and lifelong learning through specialised developed skills. To conduct a comprehensive review of leading and current research in an area of Energy Efficiency engineering to produce significant insights.
Associated assessment criteria
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1
- Demonstrate specialised skills (Energy Accounting and economics, Process Energy Management, Electrical Systems, Renewable Energy) to conceptualise and design appropriate methods of enquiry to address complex energy efficiency engineering problems.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2
- Select, apply and or design appropriate engineering techniques and technologies to solve complex practical and theoretical Energy Efficiency (engineering) problems.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3
- Evaluate current processes of knowledge production and to choose an appropriate process of enquiry for energy efficiency engineering.
- Understand the consequences of solutions or insights generated within the specialised context of energy efficiency engineering.
- Determine interventions within a system, based on an understanding of hierarchical relations within the energy system.
- Evaluate energy efficiency processes and demonstrate the ability to apply an appropriate process of enquiry for energy efficiency, through integrating process energy management, electrical system and renewable energy approaches.
- Understand the consequences of solutions or insights generated within the specialised context of energy efficiency engineering.
- Utilise energy efficiency or related resources to communicate and defend substantial ideas that are the products of research or development in to energy efficiency engineering.
- Implement interventions within a system, based on an understanding of hierarchical relations within the energy system.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4
- Apply professional practice and ethical conduct in an engineering and research environment.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5
- Apply specialised research and lifelong learning skills to engage and produce significant academic and societal contributions through reviewing current research and by conducting research relevant within the field of energy efficiency engineering.
Integrated Assessment
Assessment methods
- Portfolio of evidence (Formative and Summative).
- Oral assessment (Formative and Summative).
- Written assignments (Formative and Summative).
- Class presentation (Formative and Summative).
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
This qualification allows possibilities for both vertical and horizontal articulation.
Horizontal Articulation
- Master of Engineering in Electrical Engineering, Level 9.
Vertical Articulation
- Doctor of Engineering, Level 10.
International comparability
- Germany
The Europa-Universit�t Flensburg offers a Master of Engineering in Energy and Environmental Management at EQF (total 8) Level 7, totalling 150 credits (60-120 ECTS) and (30 ECTS for the Thesis).
Minimum requirements for this qualification are
> Proof of Proficiency in the English language (TOEFL iBT Score 80, IELTS Band 6) above-average Bachelor or equivalent university degree in Industrial or Business Engineering after a minimum of four years of studies and a professional experience of at least two years in a field related to the course focus.
or
> An above-average Bachelor or equivalent university Degree in Engineering after a minimum of four years of studies and a professional experience of at least two years in a field related to the course focus and proof of successful completion of the preparation course in economics.
Similarities and or differences in practices and standards
> Accredited by ASIIN (Akkreditierungsagentur f�r Studieng�nge der Ingenieurwissenschaften, der Informatik, der Naturwissenschaften und der Mathematik e.V.).
> Outcome based/driven-Constructive Alignment Approach.
- Namibia
The University of Science and Technology offers Master of Sustainable Energy Systems. This qualification is offered at NQF Level 9, totalling 240 credits. The qualification seeks to recruit suitably qualified learners who are capable of benefitting from, contributing to, and successfully completing the qualification. Learners will be considered for admission into the qualification if they have.
Minimum requirements for this qualification are
> A Bachelor's Degree (Honours) Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mining Engineering, Metallurgy, processing, Agriculture engineering, Chemical Engineering, or an equivalent qualification at NQF Level 8 from a recognised institution, or a pre-NQF professional or any other engineering field assessed by the admission committee and (Applied) Physics or a field closely related to these qualifications.
> Also other professionals who may prove long term track experience in the energy industry and must have completed Bachelor's Degrees (Hons) in Economics, Social Sciences, Environmental studies, or any equivalent as approved by the admission committee.
> Demonstrate proficiency in English communication at Postgraduate level, as demonstrated by the fact that the undergraduate Degree was done in the medium of English. If the undergraduate Degree was not obtained in the medium of English, then the applicant will be required to show proficiency in the medium of English through achieving at least band 7 of the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), or an equivalent. Final selection of candidates will be approved by the Postgraduate Studies Committee.
Learners will gain proficiency in sustainable and renewable energy project design, implementation, operation and maintenance, as well as in crucial phases of policy generation. The qualification is structured to facilitate specialisation in the areas of Energy Technologies and Energy Management. Students will also be equipped with skills to work and study independently, synthesise knowledge at the forefront of Sustainable Energy, and conduct research using the scientific method.
Conclusion
This qualification is similar to the qualifications offered by the above-mentioned countries in terms of the Outcome based/driven - Constructive Alignment Approach.
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