This course is intended for chemists and chemical engineers who have being working on some energy-related aspects and are interested in obtaining an overview of the field or for newcomers to the energy field. The course will cover both fundamentals and applied topics. An emphasis will be placed on catalysis and reactors.

Topics:

• Introduction: drivers for energy R&D
• Hydrogen storage, production, and utilization; Hydrogen economy
• Fuel cells; Introduction to electrocatalysis; Batteries; Thermodynamics and kinetics for electrochemical processes
• Fuel processing at various scales; Energy savings via process intensification
• Biofuel processing for production of chemicals and fuels
• Catalyst characterization for energy applications

Instructors:

Cost:

$1,250 for 3 days
Includes continental breakfasts, lunches, and coffee breaks
Discount rates (for CCST sponsors) and group rates are available by calling (302) 831-8056.