CHM 170 - Energy Storage Technology

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Prerequisites: CHM 130 / CHM 131 or CHM 150 / CHM 151 and MA 107 or any higher MA; Corequisites: CHM 140 or CHM 160 course – The course will discuss the history of energy storage, with a focus on current and developing technology in batteries and fuel cells. A significant portion of the class will be devoted to the study of hydrogen fuel cell operation, manufacture, and applications, including an overview of the requirements for hydrogen gas production, storage, and delivery. Another significant portion of the course will be devoted to the study of lithium-based battery operation, manufacture, and applications. Laboratory experiments will reinforce and extend the lecture topics. If possible, the lab experience will include trips to local facilities to observe the operation of hybrid and electric vehicles and a trip to a battery manufacturing site. This course is designed for students pursuing a one-year certificate in Battery Technology/ Energy Storage and is not intended to transfer as a General Education Natural Science course. This is a 3-credit lecture/lab course that may be offered only during the winter semesters.