23 September 2026 - 23 September, 2026
September 23 at 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Event Start Time (South Africa):
Webinar details
This webinar relates to our Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Electrical Engineering programme.
As electronic systems become more sophisticated and increasingly connected, efficient energy storage and power management are essential to ensuring reliable, sustainable, and high-performing systems. This webinar explores the role of energy storage technologies in modern electronics, alongside the principles and techniques used to manage, regulate, and optimise power.
The session will look at how energy is stored and delivered within electronic systems, how power management can improve efficiency and reliability, and the role these technologies play across applications ranging from portable electronics and embedded systems to larger-scale energy and industrial systems.
- The webinar will be recorded and will be sent out to registered attendees afterwards.
- A certificate of attendance will be provided to attendees who request one near the end of the live webinar session.
Key takeaways from this webinar
- Understand the role of energy storage in modern electronic and electrical systems.
Explore key principles of power management, including efficient power conversion, regulation, and distribution. - Learn how effective power management can improve system efficiency, reliability, and performance.
- Explore the application of energy storage and power management technologies across modern electronic systems.
Gain insight into how advances in energy technologies are supporting more efficient and sustainable engineering solutions.
Presenter
Samkelo Nene – Lecturer
Samkelo Nene is a Candidate Engineering Technologist registered with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) and holds a BEng Tech (Honours) in Electrical Power Engineering. In recognition of his academic excellence and leadership, he was inducted into the Golden Key International Honour Society, a distinction awarded to the top-performing students worldwide. His academic foundation spans power systems, rotating machines, transformers and switchgear, power electronics, and energy policy.
He has served at the Durban University of Technology as a formal undergraduate tutor and lab facilitator, integrating practical experiments with theoretical learning to support diverse student needs. His teaching philosophy emphasizes adaptability, mentorship, and authentic engagement, ensuring that students not only grasp complex concepts but also connect them to real-world applications.
Beyond academia, during his previous contract with the South African National Energy Development Institute (SANEDI), Samkelo has contributed to South Africa’s G20 Presidency through Energy Transitions Working Group, supporting policy dialogues and collaborative frameworks for sustainable energy as an energy technical support and workshops coordinator. His involvement strengthened his perspective on the intersection of engineering, policy, and international cooperation, reinforcing his commitment to advancing energy transitions locally and globally.