Energy Carrier Hydrogen: Basic Aspects including Safety and Special Applications
Certificate Course - Energy Engineering - EE.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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Experts in utilities, grid companies, and energy infrastructure
Staff in transmission and distribution system operators, municipal utilities, gas and electricity network operators, and infrastructure companies who are responsible for network planning, operation, grid codes, compliance with EU network regulations, and cross-border coordination. -
Regulators, policymakers, and public-sector professionals
Employees in national regulatory authorities, ministries, the European Commission and agencies, as well as in regional and local authorities who design, interpret or implement European energy and network regulation, market rules, and security-of-supply provisions. -
Consultants, analysts, and corporate strategy professionals
Professionals in consulting firms, energy companies, industry associations, and corporate strategy, legal or regulatory affairs departments who assess the impact of European network regulations on business models, investments, tariffs, and market integration. -
Researchers and early-career academics
Master’s students, PhD candidates, postdoctoral researchers, and academic staff in the fields of energy law, regulation, energy economics or energy policy who seek an application-oriented overview of the European framework for electricity and gas networks and its practical implications.
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.