The module will cover High Temperature Fuel Cell (HT-FC) technologies and their science • Introduction in electrochemistry /thermodynamics of HT-FC. • HT_FC types, materials, designs, fuels, and systems • HT-FC operation with variable fuel sources. • HT-FC characterisation and testing. • Lifetime and degradation issues in HT-FC. • Applications of HT-FC; Heavy duty vehicles (HDVs) and Combined Heat and Power (CHP) systems.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the module students should be able to:
Present and criticise the potential, benefits, boundary conditions, and prospects of employing HT-FC technology today and in future markets;
Describe the theoretical basis of HT-FC with respect to the electrochemistry and thermodynamics and be able to apply this knowledge to moderately complex problems;
Be able to choose appropriate technology when faced with a moderately complex engineering design task; Select appropriate materials for HT-FC designs and define crucial properties;
Communicate information, concepts, problems and solutions to specialists and non-specialists.
Assessment
36870-01 : Coursework : Coursework (100%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions
Assessment: 100% individual coursework report 2500 words