Fuel Cells in Energy Technology
Module PH2068
Module version of SS 2011
There are historic module descriptions of this module. A module description is valid until replaced by a newer one.
Whether the module’s courses are offered during a specific semester is listed in the section Courses, Learning and Teaching Methods and Literature below.
| available module versions | ||||||
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| SS 2022 | SS 2021 | SS 2020 | SS 2019 | SS 2018 | SS 2017 | SS 2011 |
Basic Information
PH2068 is a semester module in English language at Master’s level which is offered in summer semester.
This Module is included in the following catalogues within the study programs in physics.
- Specific catalogue of special courses for condensed matter physics
- Specific catalogue of special courses for Applied and Engineering Physics
- Complementary catalogue of special courses for nuclear, particle, and astrophysics
- Complementary catalogue of special courses for Biophysics
If not stated otherwise for export to a non-physics program the student workload is given in the following table.
| Total workload | Contact hours | Credits (ECTS) |
|---|---|---|
| 150 h | 75 h | 5 CP |
Responsible coordinator of the module PH2068 in the version of SS 2011 was Werner Schindler.
Content, Learning Outcome and Preconditions
Content
1. Global energy issues and the role of fuel cells in this scenario 2. Principles of fuel cells 3. Overview of di erent types of fuel cells 4. Thermodynamic and electrochemical fundamentals related to fuel cells: equilib- rium voltages (Nernst equation), conversion e ciencies 5. Fundamentals of electrocatalysis, electrode kinetics (Butler{Volmer relation), current- voltage curves of fuel cells 6. Overview of applications of fuel cells (space, military, mobile, etc.) 7. Anode reactions in fuel cells (hydrogen, methanol, ethanol oxidation) 8. Cathode reaction in fuel cells (oxygen reaction) 9. Polymer electrolyte fuel cells 10. Direct methanol fuel cells and direct alcohol fuel cells 11. Solid oxide fuel cells; reformation processes; direct fuel cells 12. Stationary applications of fuel cells 13. Automotive and transport applications of fuel cells 14. Production and storage of hydrogen in a hydrogen economy
Learning Outcome
After participation in the module the student is able to: 1. Explain the thermodynamic and electrochemical fundamentals of fuel cells 2. Discuss the pro and cons of the various fuel cell types 3. Discuss environmental and economic issues related to fuel cells (e.g. efficiency, necessary infrastructure for fuel cell based economies)
Preconditions
No preconditions in addition to the requirements for the Master’s program in Physics.
Courses, Learning and Teaching Methods and Literature
Courses and Schedule
| Type | SWS | Title | Lecturer(s) | Dates | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VU | 4 | Fuel Cells in energy technology | Schindler, W. |
Wed, 12:00–14:00, PH HS2 and dates in groups |
eLearning documents |
Learning and Teaching Methods
lecture, exercises in individual and group work
Media
practise sheets
Literature
1) K. Kordesch, G. Simader: Fuel Cells and Their Applications, VCH, Weinheim, 1996 2) J. Larminie, A. Dicks: Fuel Cell Systems Explained, John Wiley, West Sussex, UK, 2000 3) H. C.H. Hamann, W. Vielstich: Elektrochemie, Wiley{VCH, 4th Ed., Weinheim, 2005 4) R.A. Zahoransky: Energietechnik, 4. Au age, Vieweg/Teubner, Stuttgart, 2009
Module Exam
Description of exams and course work
In an oral exam the learning outcome is tested using comprehension questions and sample problems.
In accordance with §12 (8) APSO the exam can be done as a written test. In this case the time duration is 60 minutes.
Exam Repetition
The exam may be repeated at the end of the semester. There is a possibility to take the exam in the following semester.
Current exam dates
Currently TUMonline lists the following exam dates. In addition to the general information above please refer to the current information given during the course.
| Title | |||
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| Time | Location | Info | Registration |
| Exam to Fuel Cells in Energy Technology | |||
| Fri, 2023-08-04, 11:00 till 12:30 | 2501 2501 |
till 2023-06-30 (cancelation of registration till 2023-07-28) | |
| Mon, 2023-09-18 till 23:59 | Dummy-Termin. Wenden Sie sich zur individuellen Terminvereinbarung an die/den Prüfer(in). Anmeldung für Prüfungstermin zwischen 18.09.2023 und 21.10.2023. // Dummy date. Contact examiner for individual appointment. Registration for exam date between 2023-Sep-18 and 2023-Oct-21. | till 2023-09-17 | |