Electrical energy storage is a cross-cutting technology that impacts electric vehicles, portable electronics, and the grid penetration of renewable power sources like wind and solar. This online module provides an overview of the fundamental operating principles from the perspective of automotive applications.
The Energy Systems Engineering major meets the need for more experts in this field in Ontario, Canada and around the world. It prepares graduates with for exciting careers in technology development, energy companies, and policy agencies.
In EngSci's Energy Systems Engineering major, students learn to tackle urgent technical issues in energy generation, storage, transmission, and distribution, while gaining an understanding of environmental, public policy, and economic impacts.
What types of energy majors are available at the bachelor's level?
There are all kinds of energy majors available at the bachelor's level, including hard-core engineering concentrations. Use our charts to compare traditional offerings (e.g. renewable energy) with related majors (e.g. environmental science).
What can you do with a degree in Energy Engineering Technology?
Design modern solutions for efficient energy generation, transmission and distribution to industrial, commercial and residential customers. Energy Engineering Technology graduates will be at the forefront of addressing the grand challenge of climate change.
What can you do with an interdisciplinary engineering degree?
Earn an interdisciplinary degree that explores how many engineering disciplines—including electrical, mechanical, civil, and more—can be applied to the energy sector. Energy Engineer; Energy Systems Engineer; Energy Efficiency Engineer; Energy Conservation Engineer; Clean Energy Specialist; Solar Energy Specialist & related titles.
What topics are covered in the energy engineering major?
Topics covered include clean energy, sustainability, thermodynamics, control systems, and electric drives. The major provides the breadth, depth and interdisciplinary knowledge required in the highly complex energy sector.