A UCT-certified deep dive into the unglamorous work that actually cuts emissions: energy audits, measurement and verification, efficient building design and the business case for each, over eight instructor-supported online weeks via GetSmarter. Validated by the Engineering Council of South Africa for CPD points — a working credential for engineers and facilities managers, with real calculations required (basic maths is a stated prerequisite).
Key facts
Duration
2 months
Language
English
Format
Online
Intake
Cohorts run several times a year — next starts 12 October 2026
Application deadline
Register before each cohort start via GetSmarter; next cohort 12 October 2026
Curriculum modules
Introduction to energy efficiency; energy metrics, economics and the business case — Modules 1-2, after an orientation module.
Energy-efficient buildings: regulations, management and technologies — Modules 3-4.
Energy efficiency in the industrial sector; energy auditing — Modules 5-6.
Measurement and verification; energy management systems — Modules 7-8.
Admission requirements
Basic mathematical skills (formulas and calculations are assessed)
Online registration via GetSmarter; instalment payment plans available
Career destinations
Energy / Facilities Manager — Industry & property
Energy Efficiency Consultant — Consulting & engineering
Fees and deadlines change every year: always confirm them on the official page before applying.
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