CHE469H1: Fuel Cells and Electrochemical Conversion Devices

0.50
38.4L/12.8T

The objective of this course is to provide a foundation for understanding the field of electrochemical conversion devices with particular emphasis on fuel cells. The topics will proceed from the fundamental thermodynamic in-system electodics and ionic interaction limitations to mass transfer and heat balance effects,t o the externalities such as economics and system integration challenges. Guest lecturers from the fuel cell industry will be invited to procide an industrial perspective. Participants will complete a paper and in-class presentation.

41.3 (Fall), 44.8 (Winter), 86.1 (Full Year)