Batteries
Certificate Course - Energy Engineering - EE.3.3.I26
| Date | Jun 7 - 8, 2027 |
| Duration | 2 days |
| Location | on campus - Karlsruhe |
| Language | English |
| ECTS | upon request |
| Costs | 1,550 € |
Prerequisites - Helpful knowledge: Basics of electrochemistry and materials science. Basics of thermodynamics (no formal prerequisites).
Fundamentals
The participant will become familiar with the basic concepts of electrochemical energy storage. The basic principles of electrochemistry will be repeated and applied with respect to electrochemical energy storage.
Technology
The design of efficiently working batteries is addressed. Different concepts for storage systems are compared with a focus on material requirements. The specific characteristics of various battery concepts are discussed, including their strengths and weaknesses.
Applications
The different battery concepts are evaluated in light of specific requirements for mobile and stationary applications.
What you´ll explore
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The basic principles of electrochemistry will be repeated and applied with respect to electrochemical energy storage.
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Different concepts for storage systems are compared with a focus on material requirements.
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The specific characteristics of different battery systems are discussed.
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The strengths and weaknesses of different battery concepts are compared with respect to requirements for mobile and stationary applications.
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The following battery systems will be considered:
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Pb-based acid batteries
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NiCd and NiMH alkaline batteries
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Lithium-ion batteries
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Your key takeways
Participants:
- Will gain a comprehensive overview of the fundamental characteristics, operating principles, and current development stages of batteries, fuel cells, and electrochemical energy storage and conversion systems.
- Will develop practical knowledge of electrochemical storage media, including their operation, characterization methods, and performance assessment.
- Will explore and compare different concepts for secondary batteries, gaining insight into their development, structure, and technological applications.
- Will understand the mechanisms of battery aging and degradation, enabling them to assess durability, performance, and lifecycle considerations in real-world energy systems.
Taught by recognized experts in energy storage methods
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. Helmut Ehrenberg
Prof. Dr. Helmut Ehrenberg is a materials scientist at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) and head of the Institute for Applied Materials – Energy Storage Systems (IAM-ESS). His research focuses on solid-state chemistry and electrochemical energy storage, especially lithium-ion and solid-state batteries. He studied chemistry, earned his PhD in solid-state chemistry, and has held leading roles in large-scale battery research projects bridging fundamental materials science and applied energy storage technologies.
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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.