| Course Unit Title | Course Unit Code | Type of Course Unit | Level of Course Unit | Year of Study | Semester | ECTS Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel Cells | OTM576 | Elective | Master's degree | 1 | Spring | 6 |
Name of Lecturer(s)
Assistant Prof. Dr. Dilek Özlem ESEN
Research Assistant Dr. MUSTAFA DENIZ ALTINKURT
Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit
1) Revision of basic concepts about fuel cell terminology
2) Listing of fuel cell classification criterias
3) Comparison of basic types of fuel cells in terms of system and operating characteristics
4) Fuel cell evolution history and big historical inventions on fuel cell technology
5) Correlation of power output and operating temperature with application areas of fuel cells
6) Determining fuel cell working voltage by taking irreversibilities into account
7) Using Nerst equation to find electrochemical potential of fuel cells
8) Explanation of basic characteristics of individual fuel cell types such as molten carbonate, phosphoric acid, proton exchange membrane, solid oxide, alkaline and direct methanol fuel cells
Program Competencies-Learning Outcomes Relation
Bölümün/programın program yeterlilikleri sistemde olmadığından ilişkilendirme işlemi yapılamamıştır.
Mode of Delivery
Face to Face
Prerequisites and Co-Requisites
None
Recommended Optional Programme Components
Not Required
Course Contents
Fuel cell types and advantages, serial connection of cells, fuel cell voltage and efficiency, effect of pressure and gas concentration, PEM type fuel cells, alkaline fuel cells etc. fuel cell applications
Recommended or Required Reading
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Language of Instruction
Turkish
Work Placement(s)
Not Required