Fuel Cell Systems

Catalog description

An introduction to fuel cell technology and fuel cell systems covering theory, operation, and application. Begins with the fundamental principles of fuel cells, developing the key equations governing performance, and establishes a framework for evaluating environmental and economic benefits of fuel cell systems. High and low temperature fuel cells are covered including Polymer-Electrolyte Membrane (PEM) hydrogen, methanol, phosphoric acid, and solid oxide fuel cells. Integration of fuel cells with electric power and building thermal systems is examined. An integrated set of laboratory exercises provides hands-on operational experience with fuel cells and reinforces key concepts from the course.