The Course: Hydrogen as an Energy Carrier offers you the chance to immerse yourself in a field that is revolutionising the global energy landscape. At a time when the transition to clean energy is crucial, hydrogen is emerging as a key element. The growing demand for it has led to a significant expansion in the labour market, opening the door to new career opportunities. During the course, you will explore everything from the relationship between energy and hydrogen to the advanced generation and storage techniques. You will also explore innovative applications of hydrogen, such as electricity generation and its integration into specialised facilities. By the end of the course, you will have acquired the essential skills to understand and apply this energy source in a wide range of contexts. Join this revolution and become a key player in the energy future.
Hydrogen as an energy carrier
Energy
40 hours
Introduction
Objectives
- To understand the role of hydrogen as an energy carrier in the current context.
- Identify efficient methods of hydrogen production and storage.
- To analyse the uses of hydrogen in electricity generation.
- To assess the environmental impact of using hydrogen as an energy source.
- To understand how hydrogen facilities and their infrastructure work.
- Compare hydrogen with other available renewable energy sources.
- To recognise the technological and economic challenges posed by hydrogen in the energy market.
Table of Contents
TEACHING UNIT 1. ENERGY AND HYDROGEN
The History of Hydrogen
What is hydrogen?
Current electricity and energy mix
Hydrogen as an energy carrier
Outlook for the Hydrogen Roadmap
TEACHING UNIT 2. HYDROGEN PRODUCTION AND STORAGE
PEM electrolysis
Alkaline Electrolysis
SOEC and AEM electrolysis
Hydrogen storage
Hydrogen distribution
TEACHING UNIT 3. ELECTRICITY GENERATION AND OTHER APPLICATIONS
Fuel cells
PEM fuel cells
AT fuel cells
Hydrogen turbines and engines
Fuel-cell vehicles
TEACHING UNIT 4. HYDROGEN FACILITIES
Refuelling stations
Sizing of main equipment
Safety considerations. Explosive atmospheres
Design of hydrogen-related facilities and fuel cells
Example of an installation calculation.
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