Energy Carrier Hydrogen: Basic Aspects including Safety and Special Applications
Certificate Course - Energy Engineering - EE_MSc.2.2.I26
| Date | Feb 23-24, 2027 |
| Duration | 2 days |
| Location | on campus - Karlsruhe |
| Language | English |
| ECTS | upon request |
| Cost | 1,550 € |
Fundamentals
The course objective is to convey the basic aspects of hydrogen as an energy carrier. Additionally, the course is designed to address the fundamental aspects of hydrogen safety and the specific safety aspects of the various elements of the value chain. It shall provide basic tools and concepts of risk and safety assessments and safety management.
Technology
In production and use the course will highlight non-conventional technologies, offering alternatives to the broadly promoted electro-chemical processes.
Applications
It addresses each element of the value chain, from production, storage, transport to use of hydrogen as an energy carrier.
What you´ll explore
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History
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Properties: physical properties; chemical properties
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Conventional use
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Hydrogen as energy carrier: introduction to energy, energy vectors and energy storage; hydrogen economy
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Hydrogen production: reforming; electrolysis; thermochemical processes; future production schemes; comparison of costs
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Storage and transport: compressed hydrogen; liquified hydrogen; solid storage; comparison
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Usage: combustion
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Safety: motivation and definitions; relevance of basic properties; risk analysis; deterministic consequence analysis; materials
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Regulation, codes and standards
Your key takeaways
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After successful participation the students may reflect on the fundamental technological basis of an energy system using predominantly hydrogen as an energy carrier or energy storage.
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Based on this knowledge they may objectify the principle idea of an hydrogen economy.
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The students know the fundamental physical and chemical properties of hydrogen and may apply their knowledge on thermodynamics to compare efficiencies of different solutions with hydrogen.
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They can list, compare and evaluate established and future solutions for production, storage and distribution of hydrogen.
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They can explain advantages and disadvantages of using hydrogen, also in conventional combustion processes versus using hydrogen in fuel cells, for instance.
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In particular the student can describe the specific safety aspects related to hydrogen, compare them with other energy vectors, knows the basic tools of risk and safety assessment and how to evaluate different measures for risk mitigation.
Taught by recognized experts in Energy Carrier Hydrogen
Benefit from the knowledge of leading specialists with extensive experience in research and industry. Their deep expertise guarantees a course of outstanding academic and practical quality
Prof. Dr. Thomas Jordan
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Thomas Jordan is a mechanical engineer and professor at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), heading the hydrogen division at the Institute for Thermal Energy Technology and Safety. His research focuses on hydrogen technologies, energy systems, and safety (including risk assessment and explosion behavior). He is active in international bodies such as the IEA Hydrogen Safety Task and HySafe, contributing to standards, research infrastructures, and teaching in hydrogen energy.
Who should attend
This course is particularly beneficial for professionals in the following fields
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Engineers and technical professionals in the energy sector
Electrical engineers, energy engineers, physicists, materials scientists, and professionals in semiconductor or solar technologies who develop, design, size, or optimize photovoltaic systems. -
Planners and project managers for energy systems
Energy consultants, building services engineers (MEP planners), architects (with a focus on building integration), PV project managers, as well as professionals in energy supply companies and grid operator organizations. -
Professionals in energy policy, sustainability, and business
Staff working in ministries, public authorities, international organizations, NGOs, corporate strategy, or investment departments who assess energy scenarios, decarbonization pathways, market mechanisms, and cost developments. -
Researchers and early-career academics
PhD candidates, postdoctoral researchers, and academic staff in the fields of renewable energy, semiconductor physics, materials science, or energy system modeling.
Advance your career with KIT-level expertise
Benefit from the reputation of the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) while gaining practical skills, flexible learning opportunities, and a recognized certificate to support your long-term professional growth.
Flexibility
Gain focused expertise in a specific field without committing to a full degree program, allowing you to build relevant knowledge efficiently and integrate learning seamlessly into your professional routine.
Relevance
Benefit from high-quality academic content combined with practical insights, delivered by experienced experts, supporting continuous, lifelong learning while ensuring direct applicability in real-world scenarios.
Advancement
Enhance your professional profile with a recognized certificate, demonstrating your commitment to ongoing development and supporting your career with tangible, verifiable credentials.
About HECTOR School
HECTOR School, the Technology Business School of the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), is a leading provider of executive education in technology-driven fields.
For this course, participants who successfully complete the examination can earn a KIT certificate with ECTS credits, which may be credited toward our Executive Master of Science or Advanced Studies Programs, subject to content alignment.