Hydrogen and Fuel Cells Production is your gateway to a thriving industry at the forefront of the global energy transition. As the world shifts towards sustainable energy solutions, the demand for expertise in hydrogen and fuel cells is skyrocketing. This course offers a comprehensive understanding of hydrogen production from fossil fuels and the emerging green hydrogen sector, equipping you with the knowledge to innovate in clean energy. You’ll explore the operation of polymer fuel cells and other advanced fuel cell technologies, positioning yourself at the cutting edge of energy innovation. By enrolling, you gain valuable skills highly sought after in a rapidly growing job market, making you a pivotal player in shaping a sustainable future. Join us to master the technologies driving tomorrow’s energy solutions.
Hydrogen and Fuel Cells Production
This course is tailored for professionals and graduates in the energy sector seeking to enhance their understanding of hydrogen and fuel cell technologies. It covers hydrogen production from fossil fuels and green sources, as well as the operation of polymer fuel cells and other types. Ideal for those keen to update their knowledge and stay ahead in the evolving energy landscape.
40 hours
Energy
Course objectives
- To understand hydrogen production methods from fossil fuels.
- To explore sustainable green hydrogen production techniques.
- To analyse the operation of polymer electrolyte fuel cells.
- To compare different types of fuel cells and their applications.
- To evaluate the efficiency of hydrogen as an energy source.
- To identify environmental impacts of hydrogen production.
- To assess future trends in hydrogen and fuel cell technologies.
What does it prepare you for?
This course prepares you to understand the intricacies of hydrogen and fuel cell technologies. You'll be equipped to analyse hydrogen production from fossil fuels and explore green hydrogen alternatives. You will gain insights into the operation of polymer fuel cells and other types, enabling you to assess their efficiency and applicability. By the end, you'll be able to evaluate and propose sustainable solutions in the energy sector using hydrogen technology.
Teaching units
UNIT 1. HYDROGEN PRODUCTION FROM FOSSIL FUELS
Hydrogen production
Hydrocarbon reforming
Partial oxidation and other hydrocarbon based processes
Coal and biomass gasification
Advantages and disadvantages. Comparison between the different processes
UNIT 2. GREEN HYDROGEN PRODUCTION
Electrolytic processes
Alkaline electrolysers
Polymer electrolyser
Green hydrogen production alternatives
Technological maturity level
UNIT 3. POLYMER FUEL CELLS OPERATION
Origin and operation of fuel cells
Composition and types of fuel cells
Operation of polymer batteries
Polymer battery components
Progress and future expectations
UNIT 4. OTHER TYPES OF FUEL CELLS
Solid oxide fuel cells. Geometries and materials
Fuel cell efficiency
Alkaline, phosphoric acid and molten carbonate batteries
Microbial fuel cell
Fuel cell design and costing