Fuel Cell Technology

Course Description

This course introduces participants to the basic principles of operation of fuel cells and describes the advantages of fuel cells for mobile electronics applications, stationary electric power applications, and direct wheel drive transportation applications. The six major classes of fuel cell technologies are presented and the challenges facing fuel cells are described,

Course Objectives

At the completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Make decisions based on critical thinking about the potential of fuel cells and the type of fuel cell that best fits a particular application.
• Describe the electrochemistry of the six major classes of fuel cells.
• Calculate the basic parameters of fuel cells.
• Conceptually design an electric power system that uses fuel cells as the primary energy source.

Intended Audience

This course is intended for decision-makers, managers at all levels, accountants, engineers, and/or any individuals interested in how fuel cells can change the way we live and travel.

Course Duration:

Two hour seminar overview, one day course that includes mathematics details or two day course that includes hands-on experience with fuel cells.

Student Enrollment:

Minimum 10, Maximum 50 - seminar and 1 day course; 20 2 day course.

Delivery Method:

In class lecture is preferred. Video and/or online could also be used for 2 hour seminar and one day short course.