Description
Module overview
This “self-directed” online training module on “Energy Types, Forms, Media and Vectors” aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of different energy types and their significance across various sectors. It includes an analysis of the structure and functioning of the electricity market.
The module examines the availability, market trends, energy density and application suitability of both non-renewable and renewable energy sources. Additionally, it covers different energy storage technologies, their applications and benefits. Participants will also analyse the importance of energy transition, energy efficiency, and climate change mitigation, and evaluate the role of policies and regulations in supporting these efforts.
Download
CEP1009: Energy Types, Forms, Media and Vectors Module Outline (PDF)
Learning outcomes
By the end of the module, students should be able to:
- Understand the different types of energy and their significance across various sectors.
- Analyse the structure and functioning of the electricity market.
- Examine the availability, market trends, energy density, and application suitability of non-renewable fuels.
- Explore the availability, market trends, energy density, and application suitability of renewable fuels.
- Understand different energy storage technologies, their applications, and benefits.
- Analyse the importance of energy transition, energy efficiency, and climate change mitigation and evaluate the role of policies and regulations in supporting these efforts.
How the module works
- To complete this module, you will need to open each lesson video by clicking the play button.
- To enable subtitle captions, hover over the bottom of the video and click CC. Click again to remove the captions.
- Each lesson is an important part of this module, it is recommended you minimise distractions while viewing the videos.
- This module includes several short gateway quizzes that need to be passed for progression.
- Once you have completed all lessons, you will have access to a completion quiz to help prepare you for the badge exam.
- There is no limit on the number of times you can access the completion quiz, we recommend you repeat the exercise until you have achieved at least 75%.
- A certificate of completion will be available if you meet or surpass the 75% threshold in the completion quiz.
Demonstrate and promote your knowledge
- This module has a matching credential which carries a verifiable digital badge. You can get the credential and the digital badge for this module by passing an online badge exam, which will be released soon.
- Completing this module does not qualify you for the credential and badge. However, it is your best preparation for exam success.
- Your digital badge can be linked to popular social media platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook and X.
- Clients or employers can easily verify your credential through the secure Accredible badge platform.
Certification requirements
You will achieve your full Certified Professional in Energy certification after you have:
- Obtained all of the required badges (within a 5 year timeframe).
- Successfully completed an experience assessment.
- Accepted our Code of Ethics and Code of Professional Conduct and our Disciplinary procedures.
- Registered for the CEP Certification Scheme.
Copyright
All content in this module is copyright, 2025, Carbon and Energy Professionals New Zealand.
