Sector-specific

Uses and applications of hydrogen

Energy 40 hours

Introduction

The cThe ‘Uses and Applications of Hydrogen’ course offers you a unique opportunity to delve into the promising world of hydrogen, a rapidly growing sector that is revolutionising the global energy industry. With growing demand in the labour market, gaining knowledge in this field puts you at the forefront of technological innovation. You will learn about stationary, mobile and portable hydrogen applications, as well as exploring the fascinating concept of Power-to-X. This online course has been designed to provide you with essential theoretical skills in these areas, preparing you to tackle the energy challenges of the future. Immerse yourself in a field that is crucial to sustainable development and stand out in an increasingly competitive job market.

Objectives

- To understand stationary hydrogen applications with a view to improving energy efficiency. 

- To identify the benefits of hydrogen-powered vehicles in sustainable transport. 

- To analyse the portable applications of hydrogen in electronic devices and their impact. 

- To explore energy conversion in the Power-to-X process in order to optimise resources. 

- To assess the feasibility of integrating hydrogen into existing energy systems. 

- To distinguish between hydrogen technologies and their potential across various industries. 

- Apply knowledge of hydrogen to innovation and sustainable development projects.

Table of Contents

TEACHING UNIT 1: STATIONARY APPLICATIONS
Large-scale electricity generation
Distributed generation
Microgeneration systems
Uninterruptible power supply systems
Combined heat and power systems

TEACHING UNIT 2: MOBILE APPLICATIONS
Introduction and future prospects for mobile applications
Forklift trucks
Cars and buses
Air travel and reduced mobility
Other vehicles

TEACHING UNIT 3: PORTABLE APPLICATIONS
Reversible fuel cells
Space applications
Micro fuel cells
Portable generators
Other systems

TEACHING UNIT 4: POWER-TO-X
Fundamentals and concepts of Power-to-X
Power-to-gas (PTG)
Power-to-liquid (PTL)
Power-to-heat (PTH)
Applications in the hydrogen sector

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