Engineering Institute of Technology

Professional Certificate of Competency in Big Data and Analytics in Electricity Grids

Industry Training Energy and utilities are taking advantage of the technology boom! They are turning knowledge into power by using big data & analytics in informing their decision making and customer journey. This course explores the use of big data & data analytics in electricity grids using applied industry focused case studies.

The 12-week part-time course, led by an industry expert will provide you with a practical, in-depth view of the use of data analytics and machine learning to solve problems in electricity production and distribution.

55% of companies have already adopted Big Data analytics to reduce overall cost and increase profit. With this in mind, this program has been tailored to equip you with the skills and knowledge to stand out from the crowd and harness the power of big data, working at the forefront of a fast-growing, dynamic, and future proof field.

The course will cover the foundations of data analytics including data acquisition, pre-processing, and visualization. You will learn how to make use of powerful machine learning models such as Artificial Neural Networks and decision trees.

By the end of the program, you will be able to identify problems that could be solved using data analysis and machine learning, and you will be able to develop solutions to such problems.

Course Start Date

  • 15th July 2025

Delivery mode

Engineering Institute of Technology offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Online

Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $1,581 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
For more information about this course and payment options, please enquire with Engineering Institute of Technology.
Study mode Online
Duration 3 Months
Estimated fee* $1,581 $0

Career opportunities

The Professional Certificate of Competency in Big Data and Analytics in Electricity Grids will prepare you for the following roles.

Energy Analyst

An Energy Analyst assesses and optimises energy usage within organisations or projects. You might work on analysing energy consumption data, identi...

Avg yearly income $67,600
Entry barriers Low

Data Analyst

A Data Analyst interprets information and uses it to improve the way a company does business. You’ll use various methods to collect information and...

Avg yearly income $93,600
Entry barriers Low

Data Scientist

A Data Scientist looks for trends in data to provide information that guides organisational decisions. You might work for a retail business to prov...

Avg yearly income $127,400
Entry barriers Low

Data Specialist

A Data Specialist is responsible for managing, analysing, and interpreting complex data sets to support organisational decision-making and strategy...

Avg yearly income $72,800
Entry barriers Low

Data Engineer

Data Engineers work with big data, helping organisations store and access their operating data more efficiently. They liaise closely with senior ex...

Avg yearly income $130,000
Entry barriers Low

About Engineering Institute of Technology

The Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT) is a leading engineering and technology education and training provider, offering online and on-campus programs. Our wide range of courses is driven by industry experts to ensure students (whether starting out or in the workforce) develop the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in the ever-evolving world of modern engineering.

With campuses in Perth, Melbourne and Brisbane, EIT delivers industry-focused professional certificates, diplomas, advanced diplomas, graduate certificates, graduate diplomas, bachelor’s, master’s and doctorate degrees to students from over 160 countries.

Our study areas include electrical, mechanical, and civil engineering, renewable energy, industrial automation, data communications, industrial IT, electronics, as well as engineering management, safety, and risk and reliability engineering.

Their online and on-campus programs follow a unique delivery methodology that makes use of live and interactive webinars, an international pool of expert lecturers, dedicated learning support officers, and state-of-the-art technologies such as hands-on workshops, remote laboratories, and simulation software. 

Our Mission

EIT’s mission is to provide students throughout the world with measurable and significant productivity gains in their workplace through cutting-edge and applied engineering vocational and higher education.

Our Vision

By 2032, EIT will be internationally recognized for its education in the engineering and technology areas and will be an Australian University College. EIT will draw students worldwide because of its reputation for strongly industry-oriented engineering programs, with graduate attributes that make EIT students employees of choice.

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