Course Details in 2021/22 Session

Module Title	LM Principles of Hydrogen Safety
School	Chemical Engineering
Department	Chemical Engineering
Module Code	04 28864
Module Lead	Dr Ahmad El-kharouf / Prof Robert Steinberger-Wilckens
Level	Masters Level
Credits	20
Semester	Full Term
Pre-requisites	Introduction to Electrochemistry - (04 26223) LM Fuel Cell Technologies - (04 37607) LM Hydrogen and hydrogen-based fuels (H2HF) - (04 37590)
Co-requisites	LM Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Laboratories (FCHLAB) - (04 37592)
Restrictions	None
Exclusions
Description	Introduction, hydrogen properties and hazards. RCS and hydrogen safety engineering. Hydrogen safety engineering: framework and sub-systems. Unignited releases, dispersion of hydrogen in confined space. Ignition of hydrogen mixtures, and micro-flames. Outdoor and indoor jet fires. Deflagrations and detonations. Safety strategies and mitigation techniques. (based on the free download textbook by V. Molkov, Fundamentals of Hydrogen Safety Engineering, www.bookboon.com, October 2012)
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: Describe hydrogen properties, hazards and associated risks, and compare properties of hydrogen with other fuels. Explain hydrogen safety engineering framework, its sub-systems and procedures. Demonstrate expertise in predictive calculation of hydrogen dispersion for expanded and under-expanded releases, design of passive and forced ventilation systems Explain specificity of hydrogen spontaneous ignition by the diffusion mechanism and parameters of existence of micro-flames. Display mastery in understanding hydrogen flames and regimes of indoor fires. Apply knowledge of deflagrations and detonations to their prevention and mitigation. Choose an appropriate generic safety strategy and engineering solutions for inherently safer hydrogen systems and infrastructure.
Assessment	28864-01 : LM Principles of Hydrogen Safety : Coursework (100%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Two 5,000 word study reports (ea. 50%) Reassesment: 100% report, 5000 words.
Other	Delivered at Birmingham by Ulster staff
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