UEET 604

Introduction to Fuel Cell and Fuel Cell Power Generation

Introduction of the basics of fuel cell power generation for teachers. Topics include: introduction to fuel cell; classification, types, and operations of fuel cell; energy conversion process in fuel cell; fuel cell characterization; thermodynamics of electrochemical fuel cell, major components, and operation; irreversibilities, voltage losses, and performance characteristics; fuel cell analysis and design; fuels and fuel processing; thermal and water management; and fuel cell power electronics and power conditioning. Special emphasis on modeling and use of instructional methods and best practices appropriate for delivery of pedagogical content. Open only for credit towards the M.S.T. with Specialization in Engineering Education

Units: 3.0