modules

The PECCA module builds on skills and knowledge acquired during the initial 3 years of the Renewable Energy Degree at the University of Exeter (MEng students) or via an initial undergraduate degree +/- workplace experience (MSc students).

 

It reflects upon the attributes of professionalism, ethical practice, responsibilities to society and develops an understanding of business from several key perspectives.

  

Health and Safety is addressed through a study of the mechanisms by which major failures usually occur.

  

The purpose and benefit of professional bodies, the autonomy for a profession and a right to self-regulation are examined.

Students will be given a basic grasp of accounting, particularly with respect to using accounts as a tool for measuring and improving the financial health of a business. The investor’s perspective is also addressed through a study of key investment ratios and discussion on the nature and workings of the stock market.  The principles of English contract law are introduced, with practical guidance on legal issues likely to affect construction contracts in the renewable energy industry.

 

The skills obtained by students during this module are widely applicable and easily transferred to a wide range of industries and situations.  Learning is based on seminar sessions with topics generally being discussed as a group.  Students are encouraged to engage in further self-study with direction to appropriate resources and/or key words.