Course Details in 2024/25 Session

Module Title	LM Low Temperature Fuel Cells
School	Chemical Engineering
Department	Chemical Engineering
Module Code	04 36872
Module Lead	Dr Shangfeng Du
Level	Masters Level
Credits	10
Semester	Semester 2
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Restrictions	None
Contact Hours	Lecture-22 hours Tutorial-2 hours Practical Classes and workshops-4 hours Guided independent study-72 hours Total: 100 hours
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Description	The module will cover the low temperature fuel cells (LT-FCs) their science, materials, construction issues and applications • electrochemistry/thermodynamics/ related to LT-FC • constructions design and components of LT-FC • types of LT-FC • LT-FC catalyst materials, preparation and characterisation • LT-FC separators materials, preparation and characterisation • LT-FC degradation issues • Applications of LT-FC (automotive, CHP)
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 LT-FC technology today and in future markets. Describe the theoretical basis of LT-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	36872-01 : Coursework : Coursework (100%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessment: 100% individual coursework report 2500 words Reassessment: 100% re-submission of coursework
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