Electrifying Education: Terna's High Competence Network
A New Education System Emerges: Introducing the High-Quality Polytechnic Network
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The High Competence Polytechnic Network—a partnership between Terna and polytechnic universities in Turin, Milan, and Bari—is all about research, innovation, and elite training for the electrical system sector. This alliance will culminate in the debut of the ground-breaking Master's program, set to launch in 2025/26, titled "Innovation in Electrical Systems for Energy." This program aims to cultivate high-demand skills in the electrical industry, producing professionals adept at navigating Terna's recruitment pipeline led by CEO Giuseppina Di Foggia.
A Trailblazing Master's Program
The Master's program will target four specialized roles in the engineering sector: specialists in plants and technologies, asset management experts, high-power electrical system experts, and market and regulation experts. This one-year, 60-credit program will demand a 1,500-hour commitment, combining university courses, Terna-curated program modules, and practical experiences.
Terna-Polytechnic Alliance: A force for the Future
Terna's collaboration with the three polytechnics reveals its dedication to nurturing new competencies and capacities essential for the realization of the dual transition—energy and digital. The High Competence Polytechnic Network leverages the expertise of each institution, fostering synergy and creating a rich training ground for the upcoming generation.
The High Competence Polytechnic Network focuses on five strategic areas:
- Management of zero-carbon, low-inertia electrical systems.
- Technologies applied to system operation, planning, and strategies.
- Protection, automation, and control of electrical systems.
- Interaction of the system with the electricity market.
- New technologies for operational applications.
This diverse focus ensures a comprehensive education, covering topics from smart grid design to market strategy and regulatory compliance.
Rising to the Challenges of Electrification
In addition to the High Competence Polytechnic Network, Terna has expanded its collaboration by launching the "Digitalization of the Electrical System for Energy Transition" Master's program. In collaboration with universities in Cagliari, Palermo, and Salerno, this program has engaged over 150 students since its inception and will continue to do so until 2027.
This venture underscores Terna's dedication to innovative and sustainable energy solutions, addressing the challenges of the evolving electrical industry head-on.
- The ground-breaking Master's program, titled "Innovation in Electrical Systems for Energy," aims to foster high-demand skills in the electrical industry, preparing professionals for careers in Terna's business, particularly in finance, given the company's need for specialists in market and regulation.
- To achieve this, the Master's program will focus on education and self-development, offering online learning opportunities, ensuring students are well-equipped to navigate the digital realm.
- As Terna continues to invest in its partnerships with various universities, it encourages education, business, and finance to collaborate closely, creating a sustainable energy future while providing opportunities for lifelong learning and career advancement.
