Design of Fuel Cell Systems
Certificate Course - Energy Engineering - EE.2.3.I26
| Date | Feb 25-26, 2027 |
| Duration | 2 days |
| Location | on campus - Karlsruhe |
| Language | English |
| ECTS | upon request |
| Cost | 1,550 € |
Fundamentals
It will be explained how material properties affect the design of the fuel cell system components and the overall drive system architecture.
Technology
Based on methods for the design of electrochemical converters the control and operating strategies leading to a high efficiency, power and lifetime are discussed.
Applications
The main objective is to give an understanding how fuel cell systems are designed for specific applications.
What you´ll explore
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Within the lecture the knowledge, methods and procedures are taught on how fuel cell systems for various applications have to be designed.
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Starting from the general principles of electrochemical converters the design of the fuel cell and the system components with respect to dimension, geometry and material are discussed.
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As a practical example, the lecture will focus on the PEM fuel cell system which is often used for mobile applications such as trucks, ships or airplanes.
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Based on known industry experience the design of the different components of the fuel cell system will be explained by present use cases.
Your key takeaways
The participants:
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can differentiate between various system topologies of drive trains and fuel cell systems as well as assign it to possible applications
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can name the function of the system components and can relate their influence on the overall design of the fuel cell system
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can illustrate the layout of a PEM fuel cell and alternative fuel cell types and can relate and name the function of the different components
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can design the fuel cell size and geometry with respect to electric power, heat dissipation and mass flow qualitatively and quantitatively
Taught by recognized experts in Design of Fuel Cell Systems
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.
Dr.-Ing. Jan Haußmann
Dr.-Ing. Jan Haußmann is a group leader at the Institute of Product Engineering (IPEK) at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology. He leads a junior research group on sensor-based fuel cell development, focusing on simulation-based design of PEM fuel cell systems and component integration from cell to system level. Previously, he worked as a development engineer in industry and as a researcher in energy research, combining academic and industrial experience.
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.
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