Upskilling in the field of digitalisation and data analytics is increasingly important for the offshore wind industry as it enables more efficient, data-driven decision-making across all stages of project development and operation. With the integration of technologies such as remote monitoring, predictive maintenance, and advanced control systems, there is a growing need for professionals who can interpret complex datasets and optimise turbine performance in real time. Digital tools also enhance safety by reducing the need for physical inspections and enabling early fault detection.
As offshore wind projects scale up and become more complex - particularly with floating wind and hybrid energy systems - developing digital competencies ensures the industry remains agile, cost-effective, and resilient in a highly competitive energy market.
Key Training Courses
Data science and analytics - is a major growth area within the offshore wind sector and there is a shortage of professionals that have the required range of data science knowledge and skills.
- Glasgow Caledonian University - MSc Applied Data Science in Engineering
- University of Strathclyde MSc Data Analytics Masters UK
- Edinburgh Napier University Data Science MSc Online learning
- Robert Gordon University Energy Data Management
- University of the Highlands and Islands MSc Applied Data Analytics
- National Manufacturing Institute of Scotland Digital, data & analytics CPD
SCADA & Digital Systems – training in Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and remote monitoring systems.
- Edinburgh Napier University Automation & Control MSc
- Glasgow Caledonian University MSc Applied Instrumentation and Control
- Wartens VR-Based PLC & SCADA Training
