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Short Courses

Short Courses will once again be offered as part of the FCS&E Technical Program on Monday, October 18, 2010.  Below are brief descriptions of the courses that will be offered at the 2008 FCS&E*.  Click here to register today!

Please check back often as more short courses may be added and current courses may be updated.

Fuel Cell Fundamentals and Technology (Full Day)

Course Time: 8:30am - 5:30pm
Course Instructors: Jack Brouwer, U.C. Irvine, National Fuel Cell Research Center, Scott Samuelsen, U.C. Irvine, National Fuel Cell Research Center, Matt McClory, Toyota Technical Center, Don Rohr, Plug Power Inc., Shanna Knights, Ballard Power Systems

Course Description: Introduction to fundamental fuel cell governing processes and recent technology advancements.

Basics of Electrochemistry - Fuel Cell Applications (Full Day)

Course Time: 8:30am - 5:30pm
Course Instructor: Bill Eggers, Bio-logic USA

Course Description: The course will examine the basics of electrochemistry, the instruments and cells used in performing the experiments, the techniques available, and the interpretation of results.

Fuel Cell Cogeneration Applications (Half Day)

Course Time: 1:30am - 5:30pm
Course Instructors: Dr. Mike Binder
President and CEO, Mike Binder and Associates, Inc., Fuel Cell Consulting Services

Course Description: This course will present various fuel cell cogeneration applications from both real world case studies as well as research and demonstration activities, including details such as thermal utilization and economic calculations, design and interface considerations, and life cycle cost considerations.

The Short Course will attract a wide range of participants - including hydrogen experts, fuel cell developers, those involved in the development and enforcements of codes and standards, as well as students.  Don't miss out!

Renewable Resources for Fuel Cells (Full Day)

Course Time: 8:30am - 5:30pm
Course Instructors:   TBD

Course Description:  TBD