OpenFieldAlectra Centre for Research, Innovation and Emerging Technologies (CRIET) Smart Grid Project
Applied research initiative testing solar photovoltaic generation, battery energy storage systems, and smart microgrid controls at the Barrie campus.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Enrolled in electrical engineering, computer studies, or environmental technology with minimum 75% average.
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.5 or equivalent native English education.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required for applied collegiate research.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Research brief outlining interests in microgrid optimization, renewable battery storage, or energy analytics.
- Recommendation letters
- Nomination from a Georgian College engineering faculty member.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Undergraduate research assistantship: CAD $4,200 stipend supported by regional energy utility partners
- Application fee
- Zero internal research application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- Fully funded research project placement
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- 30 April 2027 (Summer Research Semester)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Georgian College documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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