Hydrogen and Fuel Cells
This online engineering PDH course offers a thorough introduction to hydrogen as a critical energy carrier for achieving a clean, sustainable energy future.
This course provides an overview of the science, technologies, and applications that enable hydrogen production, delivery, storage, and utilization in fuel cells. It introduces key concepts and examines both conventional and renewable production methods, including steam methane reforming, water electrolysis, and biological processes. Additionally, it explores advanced storage solutions such as compressed gas and metal hydrides, along with logistical considerations for hydrogen delivery using pipelines, tube trailers, and cryogenic transport.
Furthermore, this course delves into the operation and applications of fuel cells, focusing on Polymer Electrolyte Membrane (PEM) fuel cells commonly used in vehicles. It highlights the role of the Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office (HFTO) and initiatives like H2@Scale, which aim to address various technological, economic, and institutional challenges.
This 8 PDH online course is applicable to energy engineers and other technical professionals interested in understanding the role of hydrogen in the transition to net-zero emissions.
This PE continuing education course is intended to provide you with the following specific knowledge and skills:
- Explaining the role of hydrogen and fuel cell technologies in achieving global net-zero emissions targets
- Describing key hydrogen production methods, including steam methane reforming, electrolysis with renewable energy, and biological processes
- Analyzing challenges and solutions in hydrogen delivery, covering pipelines, tube trailers, cryogenic transport, and compression systems
- Familiarizing with hydrogen storage technologies such as compressed gas, liquid hydrogen, and advanced materials like metal hydrides
- Understanding the principles and operation of fuel cells, with emphasis on Polymer Electrolyte Membrane (PEM) fuel cells
- Discussing technical, economic, and institutional barriers to hydrogen deployment and identify strategies to overcome them
- Assessing current innovations and emerging technologies in the hydrogen energy sector
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