Fuel Cell Technologies and Applications
Chemical Engineering
Institute of Natural and Applied Sciences
Third Cycle (Doctorate Degree)
| Course Unit Title | Course Unit Code | Type of Course Unit | Level of Course Unit | Year of Study | Semester | ECTS Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel Cell Technologies and Applications | MKM619 | Elective | Doctorate degree | 1 | Fall | 8 |
Name of Lecturer(s)
Assistant Prof. Dr. Ramiz Gültekin AKAY
Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit
1) Explain the working principles and types of fuel cells
1) Explain the working principles and types of fuel cells
2) Identify the advantages & disadvantages of fuel cells w.r.t. existing technologies (i.e. batteries & engines
2) Identify the advantages & disadvantages of fuel cells w.r.t. existing technologies (i.e. batteries & engines
3) Describe the physical architecture of the PEM fuel cell
3) Describe the physical architecture of the PEM fuel cell
4) Define and describe the basic phenomena occuring in each part of the fuel cell system (electrodes, membranes, GDL etc.
4) Define and describe the basic phenomena occuring in each part of the fuel cell system (electrodes, membranes, GDL etc.
5) Research potential materials (membranes, catalysts, carbon materials etc) alternative to the existing ones in different parts of the fuel cell and proposes new materials and methods
5) Research potential materials (membranes, catalysts, carbon materials etc) alternative to the existing ones in different parts of the fuel cell and proposes new materials and methods
6) Explain both conventional and novel production methods of hydrogen
6) Explain both conventional and novel production methods of hydrogen
Program Competencies-Learning Outcomes Relation
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Mode of Delivery
Face to Face
Prerequisites and Co-Requisites
None
Recommended Optional Programme Components
Not Required
Course Contents
This course provides candidates with profound knowledge on:
Fuel Cells, Applications & Researches in the World, Chemistry & Thermodynamics of Fuel Cells, Electrochemistry of Fuel Cells, Operating Conditions and Diagnostics, Components of Fuel Cells, Hydrogen Production, Storage & Economy, Fuel Cell System & Stack Design,
Weekly Schedule
1) Introduction: Fuel Cells, History, Applications & Researches in the World2) Types of fuel cells and their principles of operating
3) Chemistry & Thermodynamics of Fuel Cells (particularly PEM)
4) Chemistry & Thermodynamics of Fuel Cells
5) Electrochemistry of Fuel Cells
6) Voltage Losses (Overpotentials)
7) Operating Conditions and Diagnostics
8) Midterm examination/Assessment
9) Components of Fuel Cells
10) Components of Fuel Cells
11) Fuel Cell System & Stack Design
12) Fuel Cell System & Stack Design
13) Hydrogen Production, Storage & Economy
14) Hydrogen Production, Storage & Economy
15) Class presentations of project
16) Final examination
Recommended or Required Reading
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Contribution of Semester Studies to Course Grade |
70% |
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Contribution of Final Examination to Course Grade |
30% |
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Language of Instruction
English
Work Placement(s)
Not Required