BIOE 157 - Introduction to Biofuel

Institution:

Santa Clara University

Subject:

Bioengineering

Description:

Introduction to biofuel science and production for engineers. Basic cell physiology and biochemical energetics will be reviewed. Fundamentals of bioreactor technology will be introduced as a foundation for biofuel manufacturing. This will include cell growth models, biochemical and photobioreactor systems, and other processes related to the production of biofuels such as ethanol, methane and biodiesel. Promising technologies such as algae based systems, genetically engineered enzymes and microbes, and microbial fuel cells with be discussed. An overview of the economics of production, including feedstock, manufacturing and capital and operating costs, as well as current biofuel prices, will be given.

Credits:

2.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.scu.edu

Phone Number:

(408) 554-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Quarter

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