ME 6530 - Fuel Cell Science and Technology

(4 credits)

Fundamental principles of fuel cells. Thermodynamics, electrochemistry, material and transport processes governing fuel cell operation. Structure and operation of various types of fuel cells. Proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cell modeling, design and testing. Fuel cell stack and system. Hydrogen generation, delivery and storage. Includes project.

Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisite (ME 5400 or equivalent).

Comments: Formerly ME 537.

Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.